buying/spending on a grail

[sambb]

I am considering strongly buying a grail, at 3x more than other pieces. But holding back despite allocatin ghte money for it. Does anyone wear their expensive grails? is it easy to wear for a daily wear piece?

For example, if my grail was a sub, it would be easy for me to wear - its rugged, easily serviced, etc. But what if about grails like patek pertpetuals or expensive Langes. you're talking 30-100k.

Isnt that harder to daily wear? or spend? its the cost of a car on one's wrist.

[csfischer20]

I work in an office, and I guess that matters. Yes, I wear my gold president frequently.

[beshannon]

I wear every watch I own. No reason to have them if you don't.

[selpo]

Good question. I do not have a 100k watch but my Daytona is my daily and my Jumbo and 5205r are occasional wear. I wear polo shirts to work and so desk dive a lot, which is the reason. If I am wearing full sleeves, anything goes.

[TheVTCGuy]

Originally Posted by sambb

I am considering strongly buying a grail, at 3x more than other pieces. But holding back despite allocatin ghte money for it. Does anyone wear their expensive grails? is it easy to wear for a daily wear piece?

For example, if my grail was a sub, it would be easy for me to wear - its rugged, easily serviced, etc. But what if about grails like patek pertpetuals or expensive Langes. you're talking 30-100k.

Isnt that harder to daily wear? or spend? its the cost of a car on one's wrist.

This sounds like a great problem to have, but my answer would be YES, if you spent that much wear and enjoy it. I know it might feel a little weird wearing an item on you that cost more then most cars, but if you spend that much, then you SHOULD enjoy it as much as possible. Get insurance, and as long as you are not flaunting your expensive piece at the cost of someone else’s feelings (an example comes to mind of a friend that volunteers at a homeless shelter and always removes his Rolex before he goes, not out of fear, but these people have enough challenges and seeing a Gold Rolex on the wrist of the person handing out food can not make them feel any better about themselves) then by all means, wear and ENJOY!

[Blansky]

My personal opinion is I wear all my watches anywhere and I never wear anything I can’t afford to lose.

That said I’d never buy a watch more expensive than around 10 grand but you live in more rarified air than I. So enjoy.

[singe89]

I have no problem wearing any of my watches and if I got a grail that’s 3x the collection I wouldn’t have any problem wearing that either or I wouldn’t buy it in the first place.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Blansky

My personal opinion is I wear all my watches anywhere and I never wear anything I can’t afford to lose.

That said I’d never buy a watch more expensive than around 10 grand but you live in more rarified air than I. So enjoy.

Brother from another mother?

[Bassplayer]

Wear a solid gold JLC perp on a strap quite often. One of my grails and I love it. Not a fan of safe gnomes enjoying it more than me.


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[sokoloka]

Wear mine almost daily, rain or shine. What's the point of buying it if you're not going to rock it?

[owl.]

Originally Posted by sambb

I am considering strongly buying a grail, at 3x more than other pieces. But holding back despite allocatin ghte money for it. Does anyone wear their expensive grails? is it easy to wear for a daily wear piece?

For example, if my grail was a sub, it would be easy for me to wear - its rugged, easily serviced, etc. But what if about grails like patek pertpetuals or expensive Langes. you're talking 30-100k.

Isnt that harder to daily wear? or spend? its the cost of a car on one's wrist.

First, I disagree with the car statement.

I’ve spent $15k on watches and $3200 on my car

Other than that, I agree a little.

My dream grail watch is a Patek 5146g with cream dial

Super cool and beautiful watch

But when would I wear it?

I hardly ever dress up

I love wearing jeans and vneck shirts everyday

Also, having that kinda money on my wrist might make me uncomfortable

I’m interested in hearing others thoughts about this too

[owl.]

Originally Posted by sokoloka

Wear mine almost daily, rain or shine. What's the point of buying it if you're not going to rock it?

Gosh.

A beautiful timepiece and you wear it very well.

Fits you nicely.


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[HippoPAPAmus]

Originally Posted by beshannon

I wear every watch I own. No reason to have them if you don't.

Exactly. If you’re not going to wear it, don’t waste your money. Get some insurance and enjoy the grail.


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[BrazenC5]

You get used to it quickly.

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[BLACKHORSE 6]

Originally Posted by sokoloka

Wear mine almost daily, rain or shine. What's the point of buying it if you're not going to rock it?

That’s a great watch. AP did such a great job on this one. Congrats!

[dddrees]

I never wore my Nautilus when mowing my yard.

[Johndong888]

Grail is worth enjoying. Don’t let it sit.




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[yoast]

One man's grail is another man's beater. In the end it's just a watch, don't overthink it

[Blansky]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Brother from another mother?

Cool. I never had a brother.

[Watchflair]

Wouldn't buy a watch if it wasn't to wear and enjoy regardless of the price point.

[JParm]

Originally Posted by Watchflair

Wouldn't buy a watch if it wasn't to wear and enjoy regardless of the price point.

This. Buy it, wear it, enjoy it.

[sokoloka]

Originally Posted by owl.

Gosh.

A beautiful timepiece and you wear it very well.

Fits you nicely.


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Originally Posted by BLACKHORSE 6

That’s a great watch. AP did such a great job on this one. Congrats!

Thanks gents! I love it so much there's times I have to remind myself I do have other watches that I enjoy wearing as well.

To the OP - if you have the chance and it's truly your grail, go for it!

[sokoloka]

Originally Posted by Johndong888

Grail is worth enjoying. Don’t let it sit.


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Exactly.

[pickettt]

Originally Posted by sokoloka

Wear mine almost daily, rain or shine. What's the point of buying it if you're not going to rock it?

Generally, I have zero appreciation for AP styling......but THAT is a badass watch.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by sambb

I am considering strongly buying a grail, at 3x more than other pieces. But holding back despite allocatin ghte money for it. Does anyone wear their expensive grails? is it easy to wear for a daily wear piece?

For example, if my grail was a sub, it would be easy for me to wear - its rugged, easily serviced, etc. But what if about grails like patek pertpetuals or expensive Langes. you're talking 30-100k.

Isnt that harder to daily wear? or spend? its the cost of a car on one's wrist.

I'd say buy your grail and enjoy.

[Rashid.bk]

All I know is life is short and you only live it once. As Blansky alluded to, you're way of life dictates your comfortable spending zone.
Live happy and healthy.
Also, as for using collectible items which can be heirlooms, these things have much more meaning to whom they are passed if you interacted with them more(memories). And if there is no one to inherit, then use it like you stole it.

When you climb to the next rung with anything, at first it's like woooow, then a while later you get used to it. Like walking in a new room full of perfumes, then after some time you're nose doesn't even notice. You get used to it, just take care of it like anything else.

[Burlington]

My diver is not quite grail material, but at first it felt a bit unusual to have something of that value on the wrist.

Now I barely give it a second thought and wear it everyday.

[shaunylw]

Originally Posted by Johndong888

Grail is worth enjoying. Don’t let it sit.




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Land cruiser?


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[Burlington]

Originally Posted by shaunylw

Land cruiser?


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I would love it to be a Prius :)

[ltmgeller]

My grail is a Rolex so I wear the hell out of it.