Uncle Chico
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Depends on why you collect
I am amazed by the variety of collections I see here. Some collect a brand, some a complication, some a type (divers for example) and others based on a lifestyle. The themes of collecting are endless. If you can determine what the underlying motivation is for your passion it may help you decide how to organize your collection.
Would like your thoughts and opinions please
Age old question, what's better, a couple of nice watches or a nice multiple piece collection? I currently have a nice multiple piece collection, modern mixed in with vintage. As with everyone, I wear only one at a time and some don't see much wrist time....
Been there.
I decided to consolidate to 4 new pieces that meet my tastes now and I'm very happy with it. Aris
+1
i said 4 maximum & I'm being adviced to think around 10-12 - i think i'll land somewhere in between ;-)
I completely understand your thought process because
I find myself in a similar situation. There are many pieces I don’t wear although we do have sentimental value and I know replacing that would be almost impossible. However given the situation, do I really keep things that are not being used or move them ...
Same thoughts, same situation :-)
I for myself have found a radical solution that makes me feel good. See my post below. All the best Thomas
Undestand....
totally the dilemna. I find that 3 watches seems correct for myself...one has sentimental value (was my fathers) one is a complication (chrono) and one a simple everyday watch....that way I can be sure they are all worn on a weekly basis. For myself anymo...
Depends on why you collect
I am amazed by the variety of collections I see here. Some collect a brand, some a complication, some a type (divers for example) and others based on a lifestyle. The themes of collecting are endless. If you can determine what the underlying motivation is...
i initially started to confine myself at 4 watches max...i lived by that rule for a while - but then each time i find one attractive, i've to let go another 'good one' - which was painful
i love to wear all my watches & i do...so i think the right number should be around 7.... i know it doesn't help you resolve your dilemma but then we're all in the same boat isn't it ?! Best, mahesh.,
Totally a personal preference...
If you're a collector, there is no optimal number of watches - the size of your collection should always be changing. If you're the sort of person who wants to wear all your watches, there's a reason to choose quality over quantity. I'd say two watches is...
Great thread!
I am completely in a phase of consolidation and therefore I unterstand your thoughts so much. Possessing too many things sounds like a luxury first world problem but it really can be a burden. So I have made the decision to get rid of any watch I don’t li...
Like many of us I have too many of several things. Two things in addition to my watches
would be my guns and fly fishing equipment. Of course you need a different weight rod for different scenarios, so I tell my wife. I won't part with my guns because you're never sure whose hands they will eventually end up in, better safe than sorry, anoth...
That's too kind my friend!
Yes it´s a philosophy that makes me happy. At the moment. But it´s not just a strategy. It´s a way that i feel I MUST go. I also have to confess that regarding some of your watches it wouldn´t be an easy decision...
Common feelings
You’ve perfectly described the feeling that’s shared by most collectors. I don’t recall who wrote it but a while back I read a post on this forum that explained how collectors go through 3 sometimes 4 phases: - beginners: you buy one, get hooked start buy...
I'm in the fewer watches camp, but it ultimately comes down to personal preference
Just to share a point that's less discussed: I think a collection of fewer pieces will have more of a "luxury in moderation" respectability factor than a large collection, even if those fewer pieces are more expensive in total than the larger collection. ...
I too think 2 is not enough.
But perhaps 3 or 4 should be sufficient for the “core” collection. Having a go anywhere do anything watch (1) is useful to many people; I certainly need one. A dressier piece (2) and a sportier piece (3) is a tried and tested route. Dressier and sportier ...
