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vtsnowplow · 14 July 2011, 12:21 AM

If you aren't buying selling or trading are you happy? Does your collection say i have the perfect watches?

nauticajoe · 14 July 2011, 12:24 AM

Is there such a thing as 'perfect'?

Runnin' Rebel · 14 July 2011, 12:28 AM

My collection will be complete in approximately 3 hours

I hope

kareemthedream33 · 14 July 2011, 12:29 AM

I'm always on the lookout for my next watch. There are still dozens of watches I needed to own and wear before I go. Since I only like to keep 4-5 at a time, that means constantly selling/trading/buying.

dooder202 · 14 July 2011, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by vtsnowplow

If you aren't buying selling or trading are you happy? Does your collection say i have the perfect watches?

I am not happy if I'm not buying/selling/trading either!

I am constantly looking for my next watch, sometimes I like my next one more than the one's I have so some have to go. It's a sickness I know

There's too many models to try and have before I cash in my chips IMHO

Jason71 · 14 July 2011, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by JAGERVEGAS

My collection will be complete in approximately 3 hours

I hope

Mark, did you do it??!!! If you did, HUGE congrats

dddrees · 14 July 2011, 12:38 AM

So many nice watches, so little time.

Dan2010 · 14 July 2011, 12:50 AM

I was always on the look out for the perfect watch for ME and was not satisfied until I found it. Now that I have it, I am content for the first time in this crazy watch journey.

STEELINOX · 14 July 2011, 12:54 AM

Keeperoftime · 14 July 2011, 12:59 AM

Art is never finished, only abandoned - Davinci

When a collection stops evolving- the collector has given up. -Me

I'm only happy when on the prawl :)

Megalobyte · 14 July 2011, 01:01 AM

Cheryl Crow of all people has a lyric that applies: "It's not about getting what you want, it's about wanting what you've got."

If you can't be happy with what you have, you won't be happy with whatever you get.

This being said, I'm happy with my 3 "good" watches, but still think about an AP ROO Diver and a BP 50F.

speedo · 14 July 2011, 01:11 AM

i'd never be happy selling or swaping. adding a few pieces would be different though.

GradyPhilpott · 14 July 2011, 01:14 AM

I'm as happy as a pig in the sunshine with my two Rolex watches.

TempoKing · 14 July 2011, 01:16 AM

Wow...what a great question...I got to think about that

imaddhatter · 14 July 2011, 01:22 AM

I think that's the enjoyment I get from collecting, I love the hunt. The only time I'll consider my collection complete is probably when I've become bored with the hunt.

chicfarmer1 · 14 July 2011, 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Megalobyte

Cheryl Crow of all people has a lyric that applies: "It's not about getting what you want, it's about wanting what you've got."

If you can't be happy with what you have, you won't be happy with whatever you get.

I'm most happy when I disconnect from the constant drumbeat of "something better's out there!" The forums (not only for watches) really distort the pleasure. They both increase your interest and at the same time destabilize one's own sense of what's great, I find. I have to take control to not be so swayed, and once I do, I realize I have wonderful things and had better be enjoying them.

kcmo · 14 July 2011, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

I'm most happy when I disconnect from the constant drumbeat of "something better's out there!" The forums (not only for watches) really distort the pleasure. They both increase your interest and at the same time destabilize one's own sense of what's great, I find. I have to take control to not be so swayed, and once I do, I realize I have wonderful things and had better be enjoying them.

Very well said

Admittedly, I am one who DOES enjoy the hunt and I get a rush when planning something watch-related, but I'm working on that (my husband hopes

). It's so easy to get caught up, especially reading about everyone else's pieces/experiences. At the end of the day, I realize I am VERY fortunate to have had the watches I have had, and the ones I currently have, and that they're still just 'watches'.....except they're so much more....

TimeOnHand · 14 July 2011, 02:56 AM

ALWAYS... looking for the next grail... it never ends....!!!!

JUSTROLEXES · 14 July 2011, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by JAGERVEGAS

My collection will be complete in approximately 3 hours

I hope

It should be complete by now Mark

Jason71 · 14 July 2011, 03:20 AM

There is a bit of "thrill of the chase" that goes on when buying, selling, and trading. It is DEFINITELY an addiction. However, I can honestly say that I am quite content, and am not currently looking for anything. I am not sure that I will be looking for anything anytime soon.

petesjag · 14 July 2011, 03:41 AM

I am content with my four...Dont really enjoy the feeling of always wanting, searching and disatisfaction with what I have...I do like to search the for sale ads...but just to look at the beauties

Nalk7 · 14 July 2011, 04:29 AM

I am happy, though my collection is far from perfect :p still missing a speedy pro and a two line sub

rocco1109 · 15 July 2011, 02:52 AM

I'm generally happy with my watches but if someone were to offer me a one owner BMW M3 for a killer price I'd get the checkbook out.

rogerrabbit168 · 15 July 2011, 11:54 AM

always looking for another piece, not a seller, just a purchaser

MortgageGuy · 15 July 2011, 01:19 PM

Thats an easy one........................................ NO

Watch Professor · 15 July 2011, 01:24 PM

I'm very happy with my two Rolexes and Speedy Pro, plus an assortment of "lesser" watches. Does that mean I'm done aquiring? Of course not. I'm always looking for the next great piece. That's the fun of this hobby.

Z-Sub · 15 July 2011, 01:28 PM

I'm constantly looking to improve my collection and no end in sight yet

Sherwooddavid · 15 July 2011, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

Thats an easy one........................................ NO

Agree !
When I was picking up my new Sub C I was checking out the Tudors and planning my next move.
I'm always on the look out for a good deal and never happy unless I'm looking.

orangejuicy · 15 July 2011, 09:55 PM

Yah, I'm always selling and buying. That's a big part of the fun for me. Love the chase almost as much as I love the watch itself. Although if I had all of my favorites in one place I wonder if the madness would stop...probably not.

landroverking · 15 July 2011, 10:33 PM

My collection is long term so yes. I have not traded in two years. Gave away two watches at Christmas & sold two this year. I do hope to buy one before years end.

14 July 2011, 12:21 AM	#1
vtsnowplow "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Posts: 343	If you aren't buying selling or trading are you happy? If you aren't buying selling or trading are you happy? Does your collection say i have the perfect watches?

14 July 2011, 12:28 AM	#3
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	My collection will be complete in approximately 3 hours I hope __________________ ♛

14 July 2011, 12:38 AM	#7
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	So many nice watches, so little time. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

14 July 2011, 12:54 AM	#9
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14 July 2011, 01:11 AM	#12
speedo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: bp, hu, eu Watch: dj 16234, 116610ln Posts: 2,376	i'd never be happy selling or swaping. adding a few pieces would be different though. __________________ *16234 jubilee dial, 116610 ln, grand seiko sbgm221g, omega speedmaster mark II, longines legend diver, breguet 3910, nomos club campus 38, swatch sistem51, mares nemo, seiko ripley, g-shock rangeman* instagram: modus_horologicus

14 July 2011, 12:24 AM	#2
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Is there such a thing as 'perfect'?

14 July 2011, 12:29 AM	#4
kareemthedream33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canada Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,748	I'm always on the lookout for my next watch. There are still dozens of watches I needed to own and wear before I go. Since I only like to keep 4-5 at a time, that means constantly selling/trading/buying.

14 July 2011, 12:50 AM	#8
Dan2010 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: South Carolina Watch: Panerai 914 Posts: 6,540	I was always on the look out for the perfect watch for ME and was not satisfied until I found it. Now that I have it, I am content for the first time in this crazy watch journey.

14 July 2011, 12:59 AM	#10
Keeperoftime "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Jeremy Location: Louisiana Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,732	Art is never finished, only abandoned - Davinci When a collection stops evolving- the collector has given up. -Me I'm only happy when on the prawl :)

14 July 2011, 01:01 AM	#11
Megalobyte "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Ari Location: Florida Watch: ...me go broke Posts: 2,428	Cheryl Crow of all people has a lyric that applies: "It's not about getting what you want, it's about wanting what you've got." If you can't be happy with what you have, you won't be happy with whatever you get. This being said, I'm happy with my 3 "good" watches, but still think about an AP ROO Diver and a BP 50F.

14 July 2011, 01:16 AM	#14
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	Wow...what a great question...I got to think about that

14 July 2011, 01:22 AM	#15
imaddhatter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: KJ Location: NJ/NY Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 136	I think that's the enjoyment I get from collecting, I love the hunt. The only time I'll consider my collection complete is probably when I've become bored with the hunt. __________________ "Even a broken watch is right twice a day."

14 July 2011, 02:56 AM	#18
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	ALWAYS... looking for the next grail... it never ends....!!!! __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

14 July 2011, 03:20 AM	#20
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	There is a bit of "thrill of the chase" that goes on when buying, selling, and trading. It is DEFINITELY an addiction. However, I can honestly say that I am quite content, and am not currently looking for anything. I am not sure that I will be looking for anything anytime soon. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

14 July 2011, 03:41 AM	#21
petesjag "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: netherlands Posts: 2,177	I am content with my four...Dont really enjoy the feeling of always wanting, searching and disatisfaction with what I have...I do like to search the for sale ads...but just to look at the beauties

14 July 2011, 04:29 AM	#22
Nalk7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Miguel Location: East Lansing MI Watch: 114270,5508,124060 Posts: 562	I am happy, though my collection is far from perfect :p still missing a speedy pro and a two line sub

15 July 2011, 02:52 AM	#23
rocco1109 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Will Location: Colorado USA Posts: 544	I'm generally happy with my watches but if someone were to offer me a one owner BMW M3 for a killer price I'd get the checkbook out.

15 July 2011, 11:54 AM	#24
rogerrabbit168 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 410	always looking for another piece, not a seller, just a purchaser

15 July 2011, 01:19 PM	#25
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Thats an easy one........................................ NO __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

15 July 2011, 01:24 PM	#26
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	I'm very happy with my two Rolexes and Speedy Pro, plus an assortment of "lesser" watches. Does that mean I'm done aquiring? Of course not. I'm always looking for the next great piece. That's the fun of this hobby. __________________

15 July 2011, 01:28 PM	#27
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	I'm constantly looking to improve my collection and no end in sight yet __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

15 July 2011, 09:55 PM	#29
orangejuicy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Jordan Location: New York City Watch: less for now Posts: 556	Yah, I'm always selling and buying. That's a big part of the fun for me. Love the chase almost as much as I love the watch itself. Although if I had all of my favorites in one place I wonder if the madness would stop...probably not.

15 July 2011, 10:33 PM	#30
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	My collection is long term so yes. I have not traded in two years. Gave away two watches at Christmas & sold two this year. I do hope to buy one before years end.

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