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DJ2020 · 22 June 2021, 02:43 AM

I have noticed over the years my wife's take on watches (mine) has a influence on how I feel about the watches I wear. Threw comments mainly like, " that looks like you", "that's a nice watch", "oh that one is hideous ", "it looks cheap".

I have owned literally hundreds of watches in my life time, she has attended watch shows with me and eves drops on conversations with me and my AD. She has no knowledge of what's under the hood or any technical aspects of a watch but is learning.

I have had some very expensive watches from time to to time but out of all the brands I have owned she prefers Omega above all. Recently she stated that IF I had to waste money on a watch, it should be a Omega.

Having her approval on a watch I'm looking to buy is pleasing in a way. To the point now that she will ask my AD questions about a piece I'm looking at. I think that's pretty cool.

shaunylw · 22 June 2021, 03:17 AM

I don’t really check her opinion on watches but she did mention she liked the most recent BB58 purchase.

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ratty · 22 June 2021, 03:50 AM

My wife wants me to buy the new Snoopy Speedmaster so that she can wear it!

David5807 · 22 June 2021, 06:46 AM

The women in my life unfortunately have more sway over my watch purchases than I would prefer lol.

AEC · 22 June 2021, 06:03 PM

All of my watches were gifts from my wife on special occasions. She asks for suggestions, and then she chooses.

Starwalker · 22 June 2021, 06:54 PM

100% influence over the actual purchase LLLLOLLLLL. one life, one wife, one wallet.

PekWatchGuy · 22 June 2021, 07:08 PM

My girlfriend said that my g shock looks like a tractor tire :). And she was right. I sold it.

1William · 22 June 2021, 08:45 PM

Over the years my wife has been involved in purchases and her opinion on aesthetics does matter. She is not technically strong when it comes to movements but does have a good eye for watches that look like something that I do or don't have. As watches have come and gone she is very aware of cost, sale prices, value and what they can be sold for. She is a Rolex fan for the values upon resale or trade but likes Omega for some of the use of different colors. She has also had some nice Rolex and Omega watches over the years and is not above selling/trading her watch for something else that she wants. No issues and she acknowledges it as my hobby.

brandrea · 22 June 2021, 08:55 PM

I appreciate if my wife likes what I wear and watches would also fall into that category. I buy what I want, and it just so happens my wife likes them all (so far)

DJ2020 · 22 June 2021, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by AEC

All of my watches were gifts from my wife on special occasions. She asks for suggestions, and then she chooses.

Oh, your lucky...... I'm jealous

DJ2020 · 22 June 2021, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Starwalker

100% influence over the actual purchase LLLLOLLLLL. one life, one wife, one wallet.

Oh I so know what your saying, Same here.

DJ2020 · 22 June 2021, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 1William

Over the years my wife has been involved in purchases and her opinion on aesthetics does matter. She is not technically strong when it comes to movements but does have a good eye for watches that look like something that I do or don't have. As watches have come and gone she is very aware of cost, sale prices, value and what they can be sold for. She is a Rolex fan for the values upon resale or trade but likes Omega for some of the use of different colors. She has also had some nice Rolex and Omega watches over the years and is not above selling/trading her watch for something else that she wants. No issues and she acknowledges it as my hobby.

William, you inspire me. I hope to achieve that state of bliss with my wife in time. She's truly a keeper!

HHIslander · 22 June 2021, 10:08 PM

She doesn't care what types of watches I buy. She knows it's my hobby and she supports it. Her thing is shoes and purses, I don't say a word.

She has a huge influence on which watch I wear. Her current favorite is a Daytona TT white. It will be different next month.

Yobber76 · 22 June 2021, 10:42 PM

None, she seems to have almost no interest in watches.

colpol · 24 June 2021, 03:04 AM

None

Separate bank a/C’s & we pay into a joint a/c for bills/ holidays etc.

The only time she’s ever raised an eyebrow was when the 3rd motorbike arrived

JoseR · 24 June 2021, 03:40 AM

None..

No wife

and I buy what I like.

DJ2020 · 24 June 2021, 05:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoseR

None..

No wife

and I buy what I like.

YOU WIN!

JoseR · 24 June 2021, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJ2020

YOU WIN!

Can't lose if you don't have anyone telling you want to do or buy..

Happiest last 20 years of my life and won't change it for anyone, ever!

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henrylee · 24 June 2021, 05:55 AM

My wife was the one who got me interested in the new CHNR/Rootbeer. It became my first TT watch.

Duckman25 · 24 June 2021, 11:38 AM

Like cars, like watches, most women are not into that stuff the way we men are. It is best to buy based on its investment potential and know where the market is going for that watch.

anonymousmoose · 24 June 2021, 09:16 PM

My wife tolerates it but surprised me with.... pick a watch for your 40th birthday. Buy it early before the price increases (so got it a few months early).

Other than that, she's been ok with my watch buying if I do my best to buy one that holds value. She's an accountant.

She was pleasantly surprised when my Speedmaster arrived a few weeks back. She liked the dial and said it's much better than that black one you wanted (Moonwatch).

Kinnakeet · 27 June 2021, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Duckman25

Like cars, like watches, most women are not into that stuff the way we men are. It is best to buy based on its investment potential and know where the market is going for that watch.

You might be surprised.

pickettt · 27 June 2021, 02:14 PM

I have to sell her on the ones she's indifferent about. The ones she likes, I get to buy on the spot.

JBoone · 27 June 2021, 02:39 PM

None
Separate bank accounts and she can’t understand why I would spend so much on a watch, and especially why I would need more than one.

One_Ping_Only · 27 June 2021, 11:05 PM

None whatsoever.

She allows me to enjoy my vices and I allow her to enjoy hers.

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brandrea · 27 June 2021, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

You might be surprised.

NickD1975 · 1 July 2021, 05:03 PM

We discuss any purchase I make, but ultimately my money = my choice.

duquephart · 2 July 2021, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JBoone

None
Separate bank accounts and she can’t understand why I would spend so much on a watch, and especially why I would need more than one.

And ----- how many pairs of earrings does she have?

ks58 · 2 July 2021, 10:05 AM

She has some control in that I'm not really going to withhold information on her. But I buy what I like.

Bizcut1 · 2 July 2021, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

You might be surprised.

22 June 2021, 02:43 AM	#1
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,478	How much influence does your significant other have on your watch purchases I have noticed over the years my wife's take on watches (mine) has a influence on how I feel about the watches I wear. Threw comments mainly like, " that looks like you", "that's a nice watch", "oh that one is hideous ", "it looks cheap". I have owned literally hundreds of watches in my life time, she has attended watch shows with me and eves drops on conversations with me and my AD. She has no knowledge of what's under the hood or any technical aspects of a watch but is learning. I have had some very expensive watches from time to to time but out of all the brands I have owned she prefers Omega above all. Recently she stated that IF I had to waste money on a watch, it should be a Omega. Having her approval on a watch I'm looking to buy is pleasing in a way. To the point now that she will ask my AD questions about a piece I'm looking at. I think that's pretty cool. __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

22 June 2021, 06:54 PM	#6
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,237	100% influence over the actual purchase LLLLOLLLLL. one life, one wife, one wallet. __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

24 June 2021, 03:40 AM	#16
JoseR "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Philly. Watch: Air King, Omega AT Posts: 2,154	None.. No wife and I buy what I like. __________________ Air King 116900 Omega AT41 Gray Dial/Leather Oris Pointer Date Roberto Clemente LE

24 June 2021, 05:55 AM	#19
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,214	My wife was the one who got me interested in the new CHNR/Rootbeer. It became my first TT watch. __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

24 June 2021, 09:16 PM	#21
anonymousmoose "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 601	How much influence does your significant other have on your watch purchases My wife tolerates it but surprised me with.... pick a watch for your 40th birthday. Buy it early before the price increases (so got it a few months early). Other than that, she's been ok with my watch buying if I do my best to buy one that holds value. She's an accountant. She was pleasantly surprised when my Speedmaster arrived a few weeks back. She liked the dial and said it's much better than that black one you wanted (Moonwatch). __________________

22 June 2021, 03:17 AM	#2
shaunylw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Here Posts: 4,504	I don’t really check her opinion on watches but she did mention she liked the most recent BB58 purchase. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 June 2021, 03:50 AM	#3
ratty "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Graham Location: UK Watch: Daytonas and Subs Posts: 2,644	My wife wants me to buy the new Snoopy Speedmaster so that she can wear it!

22 June 2021, 06:46 AM	#4
David5807 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,659	The women in my life unfortunately have more sway over my watch purchases than I would prefer lol.

22 June 2021, 06:03 PM	#5
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,246	All of my watches were gifts from my wife on special occasions. She asks for suggestions, and then she chooses.

22 June 2021, 07:08 PM	#7
PekWatchGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Finland Posts: 241	My girlfriend said that my g shock looks like a tractor tire :). And she was right. I sold it.

22 June 2021, 08:45 PM	#8
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,749	Over the years my wife has been involved in purchases and her opinion on aesthetics does matter. She is not technically strong when it comes to movements but does have a good eye for watches that look like something that I do or don't have. As watches have come and gone she is very aware of cost, sale prices, value and what they can be sold for. She is a Rolex fan for the values upon resale or trade but likes Omega for some of the use of different colors. She has also had some nice Rolex and Omega watches over the years and is not above selling/trading her watch for something else that she wants. No issues and she acknowledges it as my hobby.

22 June 2021, 08:55 PM	#9
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,703	I appreciate if my wife likes what I wear and watches would also fall into that category. I buy what I want, and it just so happens my wife likes them all (so far)

22 June 2021, 10:08 PM	#13
HHIslander "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Real Name: Henry Location: USA Posts: 4,188	She doesn't care what types of watches I buy. She knows it's my hobby and she supports it. Her thing is shoes and purses, I don't say a word. She has a huge influence on which watch I wear. Her current favorite is a Daytona TT white. It will be different next month.

22 June 2021, 10:42 PM	#14
Yobber76 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Mike Location: Illinois Watch: BLNR VTNR PAM 915 Posts: 1,742	None, she seems to have almost no interest in watches.

24 June 2021, 03:04 AM	#15
colpol "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scotland Posts: 2,844	None Separate bank a/C’s & we pay into a joint a/c for bills/ holidays etc. The only time she’s ever raised an eyebrow was when the 3rd motorbike arrived

24 June 2021, 11:38 AM	#20
Duckman25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Tysons Corner, VA Posts: 47	Like cars, like watches, most women are not into that stuff the way we men are. It is best to buy based on its investment potential and know where the market is going for that watch.

27 June 2021, 02:14 PM	#23
pickettt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California Watch: Shiny One Posts: 5,364	I have to sell her on the ones she's indifferent about. The ones she likes, I get to buy on the spot.

27 June 2021, 02:39 PM	#24
JBoone "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: NC Posts: 404	None Separate bank accounts and she can’t understand why I would spend so much on a watch, and especially why I would need more than one.

27 June 2021, 11:05 PM	#25
One_Ping_Only "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: US Posts: 114	None whatsoever. She allows me to enjoy my vices and I allow her to enjoy hers. Sent from my SM-N986U using Tapatalk

1 July 2021, 05:03 PM	#27
NickD1975 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: UK Posts: 244	We discuss any purchase I make, but ultimately my money = my choice.

2 July 2021, 10:05 AM	#29
ks58 Banned Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United States Posts: 1,533	She has some control in that I'm not really going to withhold information on her. But I buy what I like.

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