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Token74 · 6 May 2014, 06:04 PM

So, despite having sworn that my SD 16600 will be with me forever, after only a few days of the new SD, I realise that it simply isn't going to get any wrist time; they are very similar, with the new SDc being slightly superior in every way (just my opinion folks!).

Also not getting any future wrist time is my GMT2, my MB2 TWG, my Baume & Mercier Riviera, and my Christopher Ward Pilot.

So, last night, I put them all up for sale!!

Once all have been sold, I intend to spend the cash on a birth year Sub and an old Speedy.

That will leave me with:

1. SDc (Daily wearer)
2. Sub 5513 (for classic understated occassions and attire)
3. Speedy (for nights out when things might go wrong!)
4. TAG Microtimer (for the memories)
5. G-Shock (for when the beating is too much for the SD!)

It's taken me two years and I've been through a lot of watches, but I have finally realised that collecting is about building a collection rather than just amassing watches!

I can't say that I won't buy any more watches, because clearly I will, but I can say that I'm confident the above list includes only watches that are keepers, and any new additions are going to have to be pretty spectacular (SS Daytona with ceramic bezel or Patek Nautilus if ever I can afford one).

I guess everyone must go through this when they first get into watches?

For the first time, feel lucky that I have small wrists...if I had big wrists the amount of watches I could choose from would be just too big!! It would be a nightmare!

socalwatchcollector · 6 May 2014, 06:06 PM

We all have the same problem, Your not alone...

travisb · 6 May 2014, 06:36 PM

Sounds like the SDC has put things into perspective for your collection.
I look forward to seeing the Sub and Speedy on your wrist as things progress.

Cru Jones · 6 May 2014, 06:41 PM

sounds like a plan! glad the SDc helped you focus.

masterkiller · 6 May 2014, 06:44 PM

Great future Collection, I also plan to add a Speedy PRO to my duo to achive a trio, I am a sucker for the classics...

rainbowmax · 6 May 2014, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterkiller

Great future Collection, I also plan to add a Speedy PRO to my duo to achive a trio, I am a sucker for the classics...

Excelent pair! we have the same taste.

love classic!

Robbyman · 7 May 2014, 01:24 AM

Very similar here.

1. SDc (when it arrives)

2. 5513

3. Breitling SuperOcean

4. Hamilton Pan Europ 1971 LE

5. Casio

I like your thinking!

HogwldFLTR · 8 May 2014, 05:51 AM

Yes, it makes sense, your thinking, I'm pretty certain I'd do the same if it were me.

OrangeSport · 8 May 2014, 06:04 AM

I recently sold off a few. My collection feels better for it, even though I liked them all..

tkerrmd · 8 May 2014, 06:14 AM

Very often a recent incoming solidifies how a collection should sort out

Duey · 8 May 2014, 06:15 AM

I feel like an addict when it comes to watches.
I'm never satisfied with what I have and I can't wait for my next fix...

Racerdj · 8 May 2014, 06:17 AM

I have been in the same position. The last Breitling I owned, is gone....Only Rolex left

BNA/LION · 8 May 2014, 06:20 AM

Looks like you have a plan and you are executing it! Congratz!

MortgageGuy · 8 May 2014, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duey

I feel like an addict when it comes to watches.
I'm never satisfied with what I have and I can't wait for my next fix...

Unfortunately I too know this feeling all to well.

AK797 · 8 May 2014, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Racerdj

I have been in the same position. The last Breitling I owned, is gone....Only Rolex left

That's a shame, I will hold onto mine, but as I plan to buy a gold sub and a TT sub I understand.

6 May 2014, 06:04 PM	#1
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,707	Selling up... So, despite having sworn that my SD 16600 will be with me forever, after only a few days of the new SD, I realise that it simply isn't going to get any wrist time; they are very similar, with the new SDc being slightly superior in every way (just my opinion folks!). Also not getting any future wrist time is my GMT2, my MB2 TWG, my Baume & Mercier Riviera, and my Christopher Ward Pilot. So, last night, I put them all up for sale!! Once all have been sold, I intend to spend the cash on a birth year Sub and an old Speedy. That will leave me with: 1. SDc (Daily wearer) 2. Sub 5513 (for classic understated occassions and attire) 3. Speedy (for nights out when things might go wrong!) 4. TAG Microtimer (for the memories) 5. G-Shock (for when the beating is too much for the SD!) It's taken me two years and I've been through a lot of watches, but I have finally realised that collecting is about building a collection rather than just amassing watches! I can't say that I won't buy any more watches, because clearly I will, but I can say that I'm confident the above list includes only watches that are keepers, and any new additions are going to have to be pretty spectacular (SS Daytona with ceramic bezel or Patek Nautilus if ever I can afford one). I guess everyone must go through this when they first get into watches? For the first time, feel lucky that I have small wrists...if I had big wrists the amount of watches I could choose from would be just too big!! It would be a nightmare! __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

6 May 2014, 06:44 PM	#5
masterkiller "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sweden Watch: Rolex, AP & PAM... Posts: 1,403	Great future Collection, I also plan to add a Speedy PRO to my duo to achive a trio, I am a sucker for the classics... __________________ Rolex - SubC... AP - Diver... Panerai - PAM380 Omega - Speedy PRO

8 May 2014, 05:51 AM	#8
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	Yes, it makes sense, your thinking, I'm pretty certain I'd do the same if it were me. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

8 May 2014, 06:04 AM	#9
OrangeSport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: Essex, UK Watch: 14060M Posts: 2,943	I recently sold off a few. My collection feels better for it, even though I liked them all.. __________________

8 May 2014, 06:17 AM	#12
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	I have been in the same position. The last Breitling I owned, is gone....Only Rolex left __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

6 May 2014, 06:06 PM	#2
socalwatchcollector "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: John Location: newport beach Watch: Pateks Plural Posts: 1,621	We all have the same problem, Your not alone...

6 May 2014, 06:36 PM	#3
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,218	Sounds like the SDC has put things into perspective for your collection. I look forward to seeing the Sub and Speedy on your wrist as things progress.

6 May 2014, 06:41 PM	#4
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,499	sounds like a plan! glad the SDc helped you focus.

7 May 2014, 01:24 AM	#7
Robbyman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Blighty (England) Watch: Daytona/Pepsi/Sub Posts: 1,517	Very similar here. 1. SDc (when it arrives) 2. 5513 3. Breitling SuperOcean 4. Hamilton Pan Europ 1971 LE 5. Casio I like your thinking!

8 May 2014, 06:14 AM	#10
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	Very often a recent incoming solidifies how a collection should sort out

8 May 2014, 06:15 AM	#11
Duey 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Duey Location: Maui Watch: Too Many To List Posts: 3,575	I feel like an addict when it comes to watches. I'm never satisfied with what I have and I can't wait for my next fix...

8 May 2014, 06:20 AM	#13
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,206	Looks like you have a plan and you are executing it! Congratz! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

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