Going backwards?

[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?

[Me4u2night]

It just means you're diversifying. nothing wrong with that.

[ArtNouveau]

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

[Old Expat Beast]

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

[Andad]

You can keep going all the way to G Shock.

[Carguy87]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

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

lol that’s awesome

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by Andad

You can keep going all the way to G Shock.

Ultimate Enlightenment

[dubins930]

If you care about the monetary value then yeah you’re going backwards. You can buy a grand seiko for cheaper than a Rolex which is way more advanced as far as movement and finishing… it’s cheaper but going forward in many ways. Stop basing your position on the price and buy what you want to wear! That’s what watch collecting is about.

People who own Patek feel the same way about buying a Rolex… perspective

[Easy E]

Not backwards, onwards.

[24hr]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

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

Originally Posted by Andad

You can keep going all the way to G Shock.

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Ultimate Enlightenment

Poppycock, though if you believe it that’s all that matters.

[Watchsprings]

Tudor and Omega have great pieces, enjoy the journey!

[kieselguhr]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

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

OP. If you can look past the brand tinted goggles that many in the hobby have duct-taped to their heads you will have a much better time

[INC]

Originally Posted by Lightsped

Seems like I am going backwards.... maybe I am broken. Not sure if this is normal.....

Anyone else?

Let me quote again the wisdom of Sheikh Ilderim:

https://www.getyarn.io/yarn-clip/814...esponsive=true

"One God, that I can understand; but one watch brand? That is not civilized"

[Manamana]

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[996marty]

Wait until you discover vintage Tudor’s they get even better

[Daveh777]

My two last watches were a Tudor BB 41mm and a Grand Seiko Diver. I’m enjoying both very much. Perhaps the only quirkiness here is the Grand Seiko bracelet philosophy, which leaves a bit to be desired.

[travisb]

I've been looking at both of the same brands lately as well. Not a step back at all. It's part of the hobby.

[brandrea]

I owned Rolex first and went backwards too … it’s ok







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[Dan Pierce]

I started w/ Patek, then Rolex, then Tudor, and then Seiko. Like Brian and many others have stated above, as a watch enthusiast I've never considered my journey as going backwards. It's only gotten better w/ time.
dP

[1William]

Omega and Tudor are great brands and as you branch out in the hobby you will find many that you like.

[rmlovett1]

No rules…wear what you’ll enjoy!

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by Lightsped

Not sure if this is normal.....

Anyone else?

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

[Hollie_Rollie]

Depending on which Omega you were looking at- I wouldn't consider that a step back from a comparable Rolex at all. Omega is making some cool pieces

[Bmats]

Going “backwards” certainly is nice. Because there are many that got “forwards” in price too—and that can get super costly.

Agree with others—nice to have some diversity in a collection. But I also get that many people like only Rolex, and nothing wrong with that either.

[DoubleDeac]

I can understand your sentiments. However, this should not be looked at as a binary decision; buying another brand does not equate to abandoning Rolex. You can do both - experience other brands without tarnishing your enthusiasm for Rolex watches.

[Harry-57]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

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

Yeah. That's good.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

BTW, went from business Patek Philippe while slaving / wearing a Monkey Suit ... to retiring happily on the beach watching sunsets enjoying Rolex. :

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





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[Devildog]

There’s no backwards. Only different.

Two of my favourites



PS. One is highly sought after and the other is a Rolex


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[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by brandrea

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

So true

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

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[Bazil]

It’s very easy to be enamoured only by Rolex, and there’s nothing wrong with that, the brand is such a strong brand and following, with great dependable watches ..
Also when you look at other brands there’s so much more out there to chose from and of course other brands easier accessible …