The mixed feelings of a new vintage sub

[Verdi]

As a vintage enthusiast, these are my 2 cents:

-vintage watches have a look and a feel that no modern watch can offer me.

-my 60 yr old Zenith is mesmerizing to look at. A patina to die for. Same with my piepan. I sometimes wonder how much these watches have seen and where they travelled.....

-Vintage watches are not for everyone, don't buy vintage just because others like it and it's trendy. It's ok not to like vintage or Rolex.

-I enjoy the hunt and restoring them if it needs it. I enjoy hunting for the right set of hands or buckle.

Also, vintage watches are a mine field. Start with cheaper models, don't jump to the big boys. There is a lot you need to look out for.
Having said that, I don't resent any modern watches. I wear them both equally and I like them both for different reasons.

[wiscotrout]

Originally Posted by lhanddds

Some get it some don't, why would vintage watches go up in value and modern go down?


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Yeah but those original watches values went lower before they started to climb as time went by. Will a SubC be worth what a 5512 is today in 40 years? Probably not but it's design will probably be different and may be coveted. Who knows what values will hold, prob not the best reason to buy a watch anyway.

[wiscotrout]

I agree Verdi, with one exception and that being where the watch has been.

Humans are disgusting animals I prefer not to envision what the watch has seen

[twnturbo]

Originally Posted by wiscotrout

I agree Verdi, with one exception and that being where the watch has been.

Humans are disgusting animals I prefer not to envision what the watch has seen

Haha kinda like Christopher Walkens character in Pulp Fiction

[Verdi]

Originally Posted by twnturbo

Haha kinda like Christopher Walkens character in Pulp Fiction

Hahahaha. Yeah, I'll pass on that!..........and I meant places not cavities!!!

[roh123]

My perspective when it comes to vintage is the charm of a perfect example which have been used and not abused for 40-50-60 years. I have been collecting for quite many years now and from when I started until today my focus developed a lot. From just having a vintage Rolex to wanting cool references and today to hunt and appreciate that perfect example. This is for me what makes this so special as it is not like going into a store and just buying something expensive over the counter. Perfect examples (and I really mean perfect) are few and far in between. Even if you know many collectors and dealers they are just not easy to find. I don't know how to say this without sounding like an arse but many newbies see a vintage watch and can't really figure it out why two similar looking watches from the same year can cost from nothing to a massive pile of coins. This is what intrigues me as I know that hunting and collecting great watches is not only about money. It's about knowledge, connections and patience rather than about money. Of course you will need some money to be able to buy great watches but I appreciate really mint cheap watches from the 60's more than an abused expensive one. Collecting is about focus and skill when it comes to finding that dream watch and this is also what often brings the community together where you make great friends which share your passion and dedication. This is very difficult to buy with only money and no passion and knowledge.

Each to their own but this is what continues to drive my collecting. Collecting is not a contest; it's a hobby. Theres always going to be people with better and more expensive watches but if you have that one great example, regardless of value, you will always fit in and be a part of our wonderful community.

[lhanddds]

Originally Posted by roh123

My perspective when it comes to vintage is the charm of a perfect example which have been used and not abused for 40-50-60 years. I have been collecting for quite many years now and from when I started until today my focus developed a lot. From just having a vintage Rolex to wanting cool references and today to hunt and appreciate that perfect example. This is for me what makes this so special as it is not like going into a store and just buying something expensive over the counter. Perfect examples (and I really mean perfect) are few and far in between. Even if you know many collectors and dealers they are just not easy to find. I don't know how to say this without sounding like an arse but many newbies see a vintage watch and can't really figure it out why two similar looking watches from the same year can cost from nothing to a massive pile of coins. This is what intrigues me as I know that hunting and collecting great watches is not only about money. It's about knowledge, connections and patience rather than about money. Of course you will need some money to be able to buy great watches but I appreciate really mint cheap watches from the 60's more than an abused expensive one. Collecting is about focus and skill when it comes to finding that dream watch and this is also what often brings the community together where you make great friends which share your passion and dedication. This is very difficult to buy with only money and no passion and knowledge.

Each to their own but this is what continues to drive my collecting. Collecting is not a contest; it's a hobby. Theres always going to be people with better and more expensive watches but if you have that one great example, regardless of value, you will always fit in and be a part of our wonderful community.

Very well put Per