Going backwards?

[Devildog]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Reminds me of the expression “works like a dog” … which doesn’t seem all that bad





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Yep. I know who the smart one is in my home

She was nagging me this morning to get “her” seating set up




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[Gerardus]

As long as you are happy and healthy, it’s just a watch at the end of the day

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

So true

If you really think about it, they're a lot smarter than we give them credit for :)

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[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Devildog

Yep. I know who the smart one is in my home

She was nagging me this morning to get “her” seating set up




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What a beautiful pup


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[Devildog]

Originally Posted by brandrea

What a beautiful pup


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Cheers Brian

[alphadweller]

Promiscuity is a good thing, in the watch world at least .

After years of wearing mostly Rolex, I'm thinking of adding a TAG Carrera Chrono, one of their latest Glassbox re-issue.

[Robf52]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

How does one define 'normal'? We each have our journey as we very briefly travel through space and time. That's what makes this world a rich tapestry of fables and fun.

BTW, went from business Patek Philippe while slaving / wearing a Monkey Suit ... to retiring happily on the beach watching sunsets enjoying Rolex. Now it's time for the real fun! MB&F and beyond!

It's not about the destination, it's about the journey. Enjoy your time

Very well said.

[Mystro]

Unless you’re buying your watches as a pure status symbol, then monetary value has very little to do with it. I think it’s more of your personal style and designs that speak to you the most regardless of price point. I can get just as excited of wearing a $6k watch as I do a $40k watch. Then there is $100k watches that do nothing for me because their designs leave me flat.

The biggest rookie mistake of watch collecting long term is thinking the more serious you are about your watch collection, the more money you must be spending on each piece. That is ridiculous and more social media flexing than anything.

[Jack T]

Sure, as we start out Rolex is an aspirational brand, but as you’re discovering, there are some really great brands, many great brands and models, actually. I’ve had my share of Rolex’s, doubt I’ll get another, but I’m sure not finished collecting.
And Omega is one of my favorite brands, as is GS, and the Seiko line.

[jackminny15]

As others have said, buy and wear what you like. Don’t let the brand name on it dictate what you do. This is one of my most recent acquisitions and it gets a lot of wrist time.



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[GRabens]

Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

Rolex only is boring, there’s a big world of watches out there.

I agree with this. Rolex is boring. That is part of the appeal (constant designs for decades) and the turn-off. I think I will always have Rolex in my collection, but I have branched out to what others consider "lesser" brands which I really enjoy and I'm okay with that.

[Krash]

You can have your cake and eat it too. I’m equally interested in Rolex and other brands.

I have a couple Omegas. Plus, I’m interested in acquiring watches from Nomos, Farer, and Damasko.

But I also want a couple more Rolex models. So I guess I’m somewhere in the middle.


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[Meyrin]

Originally Posted by Andad

You can keep going all the way to G Shock.

Absolutely! I went all the way from my old Submariner to one of these, skipping out all the Omegas, Tudors, Seikos etc. on the way! Couldn´t be happier
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[CarlOver]

Enjoy a bit of everything. Buy what you like and will likely wear. With the thousands of watches that are out there, there is bound to be a lot that will catch your eye. Go in any direction you want.

[Ninja Master]

I like to think of it like our diet.

If you grow your own vegetables and raise your own meat, then pretty much anything you eat outside your home is a step backwards.

But I think most of us would like to have a cheeseburger and pizza and ice cream every now and then.

So you can have your Rolexes and a BB and a Speedmaster and a vintage... it's balanced and doesn't mean your Rolexes are devalued or not your main watches anymore.

[Wahlberg]

Originally Posted by brandrea

This is THE watch for me. So so so so good looking, so perfect and simple.Beautiful dial, lume, bracelets, insert etc.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Wahlberg

This is THE watch for me. So so so so good looking, so perfect and simple.Beautiful dial, lume, bracelets, insert etc.

It’s one of my favourites and gets a lot of wrist time


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[Driver8]

There's a tongue-in-cheek graph out there somewhere of watch collecting over time, and "Rolex only" is somewhere around the mid-point of the "journey" if I recall. As I say, all very tongue-in-cheek and stereotyping, but also with more than a kernel of truth to it for a lot of people.

There's a whole world of watches out there, and while I love my Rolexes and other "expensive" pieces, I also have plenty of diversity including ultra-cheap stuff as well. A watch of mine that gets worn quite a lot is my Casio MRW-200H-1BVES - a military-style, analogue, resin, non-G-Shock piece that cost me a whopping £19.99!

At the end of the day, I just like watches.

[alphadweller]

Originally Posted by Driver8

There's a tongue-in-cheek graph out there somewhere of watch collecting over time, and "Rolex only" is somewhere around the mid-point of the "journey" if I recall. As I say, all very tongue-in-cheek and stereotyping, but also with more than a kernel of truth to it for a lot of people.

There's a whole world of watches out there, and while I love my Rolexes and other "expensive" pieces, I also have plenty of diversity including ultra-cheap stuff as well. A watch of mine that gets worn quite a lot is my Casio MRW-200H-1BVES - a military-style, analogue, resin, non-G-Shock piece that cost me a whopping £19.99!

At the end of the day, I just like watches.

Well said!

[watchwatcher]

I don't really see it as going backwards...more like expanding your horizons.

Honestly, if I'm taking a day to go look at watches, I'll probably spend more time at the Tudor counter than Rolex for...well, obvious reasons. Like there aren't any watches at one of them.

[Lightsped]

Thanks for the reassurance. Thought I was going crazy researching, learning, and trying on Tudors..... I really like these a lot. Soon I'd like to add another Tudor to my new Ranger.

[TickTockChuck]

I think the biggest success for Rolex is their advertising and marketing. Sure, they're nice watches, but many brands have something nice to offer. I also have Omega, Tudor, Oris, Seiko, Citizen and last but certainly not least, G-Shock and derive pleasure from them all. Keep your mind open and enjoy they journey. Cheers!

[Easy E]

So, to summarize thus far, it appears you need a Seiko and a puppy. That should set you straight

[WatchGuy1966]

Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

Rolex only is boring, there’s a big world of watches out there.

So much truth to that after you acquire a few.

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

The journey to Seiko can be a long one, but it looks like you're halfway there

Haha thanks for the laugh... Cheers

Originally Posted by Watchsprings

Tudor and Omega have great pieces, enjoy the journey!

Originally Posted by Lightsped

So as long as I can remember, I have been one of those Rolex or nothing type people when it came to luxury watches. Cared nothing about any other brands..... However, during the past six months I have become much more interested in Tudor and Omega. Even bought my first Tudor from a Tudor AD in Italy a few months ago.

This weekend went to the local Tudor AD and tried on a bunch of watches. Pelagos FXD, Black Bay 925, Black Bay 41, BiMetal GMT, and a few others. Went across the street to the Omega AD and tried on a couple watches there too.

So I believe most people look at these brands before the graduate to Rolex. Seems like I am going backwards.... maybe I am broken. Not sure if this is normal.....

Anyone else?

OP I'm in the same boat. I have slowed way down and would consider another Rolex, but which is the question. In the meantime I've gathered 6 Tudors, 3 Moonwatches, a PAM, and Casio. As well as fixed some of the watches from my youth, 20's, 30's, 40's - that was super satisfying

[Scottyboy]

Rolex or nothing? Now this is a going backwards watch collecting strategy.

True watch geeks get the same pleasure out of owning and enjoying a watch they like, no matter if it costs £50 or £50,000.

[Tylerlsu2008]

Omega makes great watches — I really enjoy mine and my first nice watch was an Omega as well.

Tudors I’d pass on though

[fishingbear]

Here’s a pair I wore both yesterday for very different reasons.
Just enjoy the journey.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by Wahlberg

This is THE watch for me. So so so so good looking, so perfect and simple.Beautiful dial, lume, bracelets, insert etc.

Agreed.
SKX is so very hard to go past
It took me years to get one and it didn't disappoint.
I have always had a Seiko since the mid 70's.

My yourney started with a Mickey mouse watch, then onto some other manual winder when i was a little fella.
Seiko has always been a part of my watch history with a good many Rolex which was focused on 4 and 5 digit EXP II s and those Rolex watches are all history now that i have settled on two 116660s.
I have occassionally had and will always have Omega with 2 permanent residents in the collection and will definately add another at some point and they don't in the slightest disapoint either and slightly better value than Rolex. IMO.
A GS that i have is magnificent.
The only disapointments were Swatch watches back in the day but they were legacies of being coupled up to a wonderful girl.

Diversity of anything that you enjoy is the goal

Also interested in G shock at some point.
Thanks to everybody who posted pics of theirs.
It's inspirational

[MartiR]

You miss out on too much in the watch world to think that way for me. I rock my Casio as much as I do my Speedmaster, Rolex or Navitimer. 🤷*♂️

[KatGirl]

I own everything from little known microbrands to G shocks, Seikos , Hamiltons Omegas, etc. I buy what appeals to me aesthetically, brand name be damned. I love watches. There is absolutely nothing wrong with diversification. Buy what you like.

Kat


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