Horological Meandering

The recent buying and internet frenzy surrounding the TimexQ and not least the identical phenomenon with its BLNR sibling has got me to thinking as to the reasons I collect watches and not least what type of collector I have become. It’s a somewhat lengt...  

And then some. Of course there is hype and marketing, but as you grow up into watches, they are less and less important. As you educate yourself like in other things in life, you start to take another kind of appreciation for whatever your hobby is. At le... 

I always bought watches I liked. Now, I am becoming more and more picky, and the watch I am considering to get has to please me a lot. In fact, I am more in a downsizing mood, to get some watches I cannot afford. Yes, I think the main criterion is... Plea... 

If age teaches us anything it’s Quality over Quantity every time. Better to spend your money on a nice bottle of red than a cheap quartz trinket

Many of the moderators on WPS try to dispel marketing myths that have become urban folklore. "A Rolex takes a year to make" is a common misconception spread by indiscriminate watch sales people. One member recently suggested that "Patek Philippe uses alli... 

I don’t want to think too deep into this, just be selective if funds are limited and not regret. I also echo what Patrick said. Should I consolidate these to few bigger pieces? Yes I can but can you wear “bigger” pieces on a daily basis, as we say daily b...