db darien
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But Horologically Speaking,
I'm really not a "watch collector"; rather, I'm a "watch wearer". If I'm not wearing a watch, I invariably have no desire let it sit around collecting dust. And as a practical matter and financially-speaking, my "sweet spot", in terms of number of watches, is 3. Right now, I have 3 watches I love and so I'd have to say that these days, I'm really not looking to make any changes. I'd guess this will hold true for the next 2-5 years.
That said, and looking at it on a model-buy-model basis, what would it take to switch it out for another piece????
Richard Lange - The only thing that would cause me to trade this away is winning Lotto or Powerball, which would enable me to trade for a new high-complication piece from either Patek or Lange. Or perhaps a Laurent Ferrier or Philippe DuFour....
Glashutte Original -- If my daughter decided to relinquish her inheritance claim and I had some spare $$, I might start to think about a trade-up to something else. But since the likelihood of this happening is less than 2%, this is not something I dwell on I haven't really gamed-out this options. The watch has some intrinsically unique value because I was one of the lucky ones to get the sapphire display back installed by G.O. when it was possible to do so (back in 2008).
Rolex Sub - This is pretty much my stopping-place in the quest for a metal bracelet dive watch/daily beater. I really can't see any change here at any time over at least a 5-8 year horizon.
So, I think my penchant for trading-up-and-up may be ending.
DB
This message has been edited by db darien on 2012-05-06 09:00:11
In 2007....a/k/a My Five Year Sojourn to WIS-dom....
...when my wife told me that my fantasy of getting a Porsche 911 was just that: a fantasy. So I downsized, traded-in my old Omega Seamaster and Ebel Chronograph, and made my first two major purchases : Then I realized that I had difficulty reading the Chr...
That's a charming 'travelogue', db . . .
. . . especially the part where your other half finally realized the 911 would've been less stressful in the long run . Glad to have been a stopping place on the journey! The Karree PanoDate was a stand-out on your wrist. Most cordially, Art
Thanks, Art
...but please don't remind me of the G.O. Karree Manual. Parting with it is still a real source of pain to my heart. What an utterly outstanding watch it is. Even after owning (however briefly) a Patek as well as a Vacheron and a Lange, I have yet to find...
I love this kind of post.
A great post. I clearly remember some of the photo and the moment you mentioned. I can tell it has been a great journey so far. The road travel by a WIS ... It's a pleasure to read. Regards Tyler
Well,
To me, you've gotten a better enjoyment for the buck here. I love a 911, but you have traded very well and it seems had a more enjoyable journey! But, you still need that 911. The new one is a killer. Watches and cars. What choices! Add a woman and us men...
A great story
Very interesting to see the evolution of your taste and the changing choices you've made. Excellent narrative. I look forward to the beginning of a vintage collection. Conor
It's a bit of a journey ..
.. The good thing about not having the 911 is the not having the maintenance cost... But of you are like me, you will pull the trigger on a 911 on a later occasion and keep some watches Good luck and see you around Best Hans
we have the same watches in the RL and Sub
and i can attest both are fantastic pieces. lastly congrats on hitting the half thousand. just make sure it doesnt take 5 years to get to one thousand!! best, Horo
No....
...but now that I have a threesome I really like (Lange-G.O.-Rolex), maybe I should see if I can convince the wife on a sports car......
But Horologically Speaking,
I'm really not a "watch collector"; rather, I'm a "watch wearer". If I'm not wearing a watch, I invariably have no desire let it sit around collecting dust. And as a practical matter and financially-speaking, my "sweet spot", in terms of number of watches...
I remember your post coving the Lange purchase very well......
I was (still am) in a similar situation having bought a Patek but still lusting after the Richard Lange. What are your thoughts so far down the line? Has the watch lived up to your expectations? What were your expectations? For me the issue is one of the ...
The Lange
The Richard Lange lives up to expectations. Although I wear it infrequently (it's acquired something of "heirloom" status), when I do wear it, it continually has stayed to within +0 to +1 seconds per day. The only mechanical watch I've ever seen that can ...
the psychoanalysis post was the one I was referring to...
I'm glad you're happy with the Richard Lange. I don't however share your view that there are many competitors save perhaps the GO Chonometer. The Patrimony line are very pretty but unfortunately don't ascribe to the same timekeeping standards as Patek and...
IT'S OFFICIAL: THE 500TH POST!!!!
FYI, see my comments to Art (Dr.No) above (in this thread) for my heartfelt feelings about the Karree Manual Wind....
