Horological Meandering

I have noticed that over the past several months, I have spent most of time wearing just one watch: my tiny, cheap, digital Technochas. The core of my collection has fallen by the wayside, despite the fact that they are all excellent watches. They are as ... 

For me personally, I faced the dilemma between being a collector versus being a hobbyist and over time I've come down firmly as a hobbyist. I figure if a watch is gathering dust in a box, it's time to find it a new home. I have some watches that have stay... 

But I really like it. It's a good way of roughly describing what one tries to get out of watches. I agree with your focus on comfort. In hindsight I think one of my mistakes was not focusing on comfort enough. Certainly, this is tougher with vintage watch... 

Yesterday I let my Tudor BB Bronze go. The 43 mm didn't suit me anymore, TOO bulky, almost no wristtime anymore. I swapped the Bronze for a BB58, and with 39 mm my sweetspot, this will be a long marriage😉

Until you have already sold! I think in my case it will depend on what I buy after I sell those watches. If the next purchase is interesting and gets a lot of wrist time, then I doubt I will be upset with myself. If not, then perhaps I will regret the dec... 

To much memories and emotions. Selling is out every bone in my body. When i feel no love for a watch, i know somebody who can be happy with a watch. Giving gives me much pleasure. I am a collector not a sales agent. I am even more a watch maker than a sho... 

Especially from my early teenage years. Probably more nostalgia than any 20 year old has a right to 😂. I naturally expected myself to become similarly attached to my watches, but I just don't see it happening. I agree that it would be fulfilling for me to... 

not sure if that works for you. I do think, however, that a few months are on the short side for making such a decision, but if a year passes and you still feel the same way I would move them out. Best Andreas

I agree that I must remember to have some patience!

Don't wear them for a month. Once the month is over see if you miss them, if you don't it's your first sign. Wear each of them for a week, one at a time. Is your love back? If it's not then it's time for them to go.

I think I will give this a try

I will be able to do just that! I think it will provide a good distraction from the others in the collection, and I will be able to see if my love for them returns.

To fund the "desired" watch i would sell the watches i dont love anymore.... The less expensive watches i tend to give away to family members and friends, but only if theyre watch lovers and wearers.

There are definitely a lot of interesting watches out there that I could add in place of the current ones.

Life is too short, might as well enjoy it while you still can!

Thanks for the input

In this instance free up the cash, spend a fair bit of time choosing that one piece you like and can access and go for it- no regrets!

I think one of the main reasons I'm even thinking about selling is the allure of what comes next. There are a lot of great watches out there!

There are a bunch of quirky and less broadly seen watches in that group. To me, again if money is not what we are considering here, these are watches that might bring joy upon wearing just a few times a year. And that’s perfectly fine. Now, if you can’t j... 

I'm having a few guitars built at the moment, and that takes some cash. I can say that I am a world class guitarist, while I am most definitely not a world class watchmaker/collector/watch scholar. As such, the musical pursuits always take precedent. 'Beg... 

You do have other things you'd use the money for. You also said you haven't developed a sentimental attachment to the watches you've bought so far, and that surprised you. So I'd run the experiment that someone else suggested and sell the ones that are mo... 

The members of this forum enjoy them, but I think we would all acknowledge that they involve costs in both money and convenience. People don't necessarily keep the same interests forever. If you have moved on from mechanical watches, there is nothing wron... 

My interest in watches is no exception. I have had periods of months where I barely think about them. However, these lulls tend not to last more than a couple of months. I also don't feel completely burned out on watches; on the contrary, one of the main ... 

Worn the least or not some time. If you do not regret it, sell the next one, etc.

One at a time is nice and steady, all-at-once is very committing.

Take it one at a time. When you figure out the right strategy, let me know... ...  

NT

My philosophy is simple: If I do not wear the watch, I do not own it. If I'm in your shoes, I will let these pieces go to someone who may derive greater satisfaction from.

There are definitely people out there who could appreciate and enjoy these watches.

Prioritize those that can be bought again even with a, gasp, slight premium.. also easy to move. It does mean having to sacrifice a bit of sentimentality but i;m ok with it. Why we take tons of wristshots :p

….what about changing straps. Maybe a little simplistic but sometimes a totally different watch band can give a totally different vibe and a new lease of life. Good luck

At the very least a proper rubber strap or bracelet for the 7002. If I like it, then great. If it doesn't do it for me, then it's just as well since it'll help with selling it. Thanks for that one!

…have a good one! 👊

. . . watchitis . There's no cure . . . the fever has to run its course. Some survive, but once infected none are ever totally free of the virus. Even the hardiest feel twinges 'til the bitter end. ;-)

I've already accepted my fate