What's the dumbest move you've made while collecting.

[perryj]

Ok so this topic is painful, but hey this place is cheaper than therapy right?
What's the dumbest thing you've done in regards to your watches? Selling something you regretted, losing something, breaking something, or maybe not buying something? What's your biggest dumb mistake or biggest regret?

Mine is trading my first Rolex I ever owned, a TT datejust that was given to me by my dad. I know that's about as dumb as you can get, but I was young and thought I knew more than I did.

What's your biggest regret?

[kromdom]

not buying a Rolex first (prior to my 16610, had Breitling, Omega, Panerai, IWC)

[beaujarle]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a Rolex first (prior to my 16610, had Breitling, Omega, Panerai, IWC)

+1


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[viccles]

Originally Posted by beaujarle

+1


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This. Buying a Cartier instead...

[chaskablake]

Originally Posted by viccles

This. Buying a Cartier instead...

Not a fan of Cartier? What did you have?



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[CarteBlanche]

Originally Posted by viccles

This. Buying a Cartier instead...

Same story here!

Purchased a Cartier and a Breitling before my first Rolex. I haven't worn either since (and that was 4 years ago!).

[PatrickJ]

Originally Posted by beaujarle

+1


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+2

[axjimenez]

Selling my A Serial Pepsi 16710 back in 2010. Now I want to get another and I am going to pay a premium compared to the $3500 I paid then.

[thlax]

Originally Posted by beaujarle

+1


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^Agreed, and flipping my Smurf.

However, i am thrilled with my new SD43.

Dear Rolex, please make me a Plat. Sub too.

THank you,
D

[Wcdhtwn]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a Rolex first (prior to my 16610, had Breitling, Omega, Panerai, IWC)

I think this sometimes too, Omega was first then IWC. But if I'd started with Rolex I think I'd only have Rolex, given to how I've taken to them since getting mine. I am glad to have the brand diversity I have knowing my next watches will likely all be Rolex.

[Kenrocks]

Originally Posted by Wcdhtwn

I think this sometimes too, Omega was first then IWC. But if I'd started with Rolex I think I'd only have Rolex, given to how I've taken to them since getting mine. I am glad to have the brand diversity I have knowing my next watches will likely all be Rolex.

True for me too


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[ashmawey]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a Rolex first (prior to my 16610, had Breitling, Omega, Panerai, IWC)

+100000000
Absolutely this. Buying an omega and then flipping it for another omega then a third omega before I realized where the light was.

Rolex GMT Master II BLNR, Omega Speedmaster DSOTM, Omega Seamaster Bond

[Ragna]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a rolex first (prior to my 16610, had breitling, omega, panerai, iwc)

+1

[d1ce]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a Rolex first (prior to my 16610, had Breitling, Omega, Panerai, IWC)

+1. I bought a Breitling Transocean which is heavy and has depreciated pretty much.


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[Kingsking]

this thread is bringing back some bad memories lol

Sold a 16613,14060 and 16570 all within the span of about 6 months

[Yzord]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a Rolex first (prior to my 16610, had Breitling, Omega, Panerai, IWC)

This! Was huge Breitling fan, but i regret i did not bought Rolex first.

[Strummer25]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a rolex first (prior to my 16610, had breitling, omega, panerai, iwc)

+1

[Enoch]

2 dumb moves from me....

I bought a new LV back in 2010 (still got it) and was offered a second one by the AD. Instead of buying it I passed it onto a friend. The good thing is he still has it

The other dumb move was selling this RG Zenith el Primero

It was stunning with brushed, polished and satin finishes on the case and a solid gold dial and rotor.

[Dsmith1974]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a Rolex first (prior to my 16610, had Breitling, Omega, Panerai, IWC)

This. Also repeatedly doing px at a dealers. That said, the journey was fun and ended up at the right stop so I’m happy about both. Can think of many other vices that are far less forgiving.

[RolyMoly]

Originally Posted by kromdom

not buying a Rolex first (prior to my 16610, had Breitling, Omega, Panerai, IWC)

This guy says it all right here. I went through several Breitlings, JLC’s, etc etc until I just started buying Rolex. I don;t totally understand why I love them, but everything is 2nd best in my book. I did put on a Patek Aquanaut last week though, def tickled my fancy


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[Ticknaway]

It's a subject that's painful to discuss!!!

[T4ME]

Originally Posted by Ticknaway

It's a subject that's painful to discuss!!!

x2

[Rocket_Man]

Buying a watch that didn't sing to me. Flipped it a few months later and a few dollars poorer.

[speedolex]

Originally Posted by Rocket_Man

Buying a watch that didn't sing to me. Flipped it a few months later and a few dollars poorer.

This. Three times.

[MILGAUSS88]

There are so many.
1. Selling a theater made scuba recon band that was on my Sub, because it wasn't authentic Rolex.
2. Passing on my choice of Red Sub or Sea Dweller for $2,000
3. Passing on no crown subs for $4,000
4. Not coughing up 50k for a Milgauss diver.
5. Not buying a 1940s oversized Tudor chronograph for 400. I am guessing 44mm in size.
Never have seen one in photos even
I have seen similar Rolex for 100k.
6. Not bidding more on a President because the bezel looked funny. {It was a first generation model)
7. Passing on a President for scrap, because the dial had to be redone. Some annoying bright color. (It was a Stella dial)

[911NBK]

Originally Posted by MILGAUSS88

There are so many.
1. Selling a theater made scuba recon band that was on my Sub, because it wasn't authentic Rolex.
2. Passing on my choice of Red Sub or Sea Dweller for $2,000
3. Passing on no crown subs for $4,000
4. Not coughing up 50k for a Milgauss diver.
5. Not buying a 1940s oversized Tudor chronograph for 400. I am guessing 44mm in size.
Never have seen one in photos even
I have seen similar Rolex for 100k.
6. Not bidding more on a President because the bezel looked funny. {It was a first generation model)
7. Passing on a President for scrap, because the dial had to be redone. Some annoying bright color. (It was a Stella dial)

Lol way to make everyone feel better.

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[Danny83]

Buying a gold Skydweller for 44k and selling for 32k also never owning a Kermit.

[Rolex addict]

Originally Posted by Danny83

Buying a gold Skydweller for 44k and selling for 32k also never owning a Kermit.

I consider it a mistake that I bought a Kermit as an investment piece. It's a complete set in excellent condition, and it just sits in the safe. I don't want to wear it and put scratches on it. What a shame to have such a nice watch and never wear it.

[Wahlberg]

Originally Posted by Rolex addict

I consider it a mistake that I bought a Kermit as an investment piece. It's a complete set in excellent condition, and it just sits in the safe. I don't want to wear it and put scratches on it. What a shame to have such a nice watch and never wear it.

I'll give you 2k for it and you can make a new post in this topic ''I sold my Kermit for 2k''.

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by Wahlberg

I'll give you 2k for it and you can make a new post in this topic ''I sold my Kermit for 2k''.

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