Horological Meandering

And a follow-up: how would you counsel on avoiding them? Or alternately, how have you learned to embrace them and their outcomes? I find that since my journey hasn't been particularly long, I think I'm missing out on some possible wisdom. And, since I kno... 

But then, I only ever had six valuable timepieces (i.e. which cost thousands of dollars). 'Regret'-wise, only that I had to sell a couple of them that I really didn't want to sell, but that's life, the largely unpredictable ebbs and flows of personal and ... 

Good to hear you've got a way of understanding and explaining that ebb and flow. Sometimes it seems to have sharp teeth!

First Advice: Don't buy "sorta" watches: If you really like a watch, then hold out till you can buy that one... unless it is some crazy unattainable thing obviously. Without stepping on anyone's feet here, a good example is buying a Tudor when you really ... 

I agree especially on the sorta: money isn't unlimited unless you're in a very lucky/profitable spot, so saving and buying what you really want is always better. I think your second remark is also true: buy what you love. So far I've made that choice, tho... 

So this way you are buying the thing you want instead of trying to determine if it's "worth" it? I think this is similar to the adage "buy what you love" in that you buy it not because the price or spec is good, but because you have reasons for loving the... 

Totally understand. I agree with you, there's almost always something suspect if the price is off...

I’m trying to be more purposeful with my collecting now that I live in Canada again (insane import tax). I found a 90 day waiting period before I pull the trigger on a watch is a good thing. 😂 Most of the time I don’t really want the watch anymore after w... 

I understand the import problem; same for me. Hence, I try to source locally when I can but... Anyway, the waiting period is probably a good idea. Does it start when you decide you want it or when you can afford it?

Take some time to understand why you want what you want. Hype, status, popularity and prestige will usually not provide long term satisfaction. Likewise, one’s tastes change over time, so don’t regret a purchase if your tastes or appreciation of a brand e... 

Good stuff here Uncle, thanks for this.

I realized I still love my steel sports watch, it's just I'm in the mood for a dress watch now. I am also very glad PP has no calatrava for me, which leads me to discover how much I like the Saxonia thin.

But I'm sure pretty much everyone is in that boat! On the flip side of that - you can't buy everything. As others have said buy what you like & don't worry if no one else likes it - you didn't buy it for them! Finally, I'm sure we've all done - buying a w... 

Also, corollary to what Nico said about buying the watch not the price and what Berlin Flatline said about sorta watches, I find that it’s most satisfying buying a watch when you’re in love with it, gives you sleepless nights, makes you do a deep dive and... 

I wanted to hold out for a new piece in rose gold, but, alas, a chance at that one never did come around !

But if I would start again with the knowledge I have now, I would buy what suits my lifestyle, buy what you’ll wear daily without anxiety or fear of damage, but most importantly, learn to let go if it doesn’t make you happy and this applies to everything ...  

is not having the funds to pursue a few of the pieces I really would like to have. I have other obligations in life that take priority, and that is fine as all involve my family. With that in mind it makes me appreciate what i do have even more and feel b... 

I was always trying to keep the size of my collection reasonable (and of course definition of reasonable is totally subjective), so when buying new pieces I sold some. Now I am kicking myself for parting with them. Patek 5004P, original Daniel Roth palill... 

Watches are beautiful, but they should never be a financial burden. This hobby is full of multimillionaires with seemingly limitless funds, and they may make you feel like you're not enough of a watch enthusiast because you don't buy the level of watch th... 

Comparison is the thief of joy, especially when dealing with something with which money is involved and personal sentiment too.

in buying (assuming you can afford it). 1, You really love the watch. 2, You have been offered a great deal. 3 It's VERY likely to hold or even increase in value over time. Two examples for me are a white dial El Primero powered Daytona and an Omega Speed...