All I ever wanted was one more watch.

[RXAPPP]

The perpetual search, the ever burning question - How many watches do you need? I used to think it was 3 then 5. For a time I thought 7 then 8 and I once briefly danced with 10 then 12 but I think I finally understand.

Whilst I take my hat of to super collectors and those with multiple offerings I'm beginning to realise that maybe just maybe the sweet spot is 5.

Twelve seems crazy in hindsight, 8 means there are long gaps between wear and I'm starting to think that to much of a choice isn't such a good thing. if you really have a GOOD thing. I mean one wife is enough right why are watches different?

So today the downsize begins. I have my fabulous 5 in mind, yes one of them may even become an upgrade in time. In due course 2 will come graduation gifts, which leaves 3 for heirlooms. By then I'll be old enough that I won't need so many.

Yes I'm fortunate enough to own 1 let alone 5 and I am truly thankful for it but Who else has seen the light and downsisized

[Nav01L]

Sounds reasonable, so I wonder now, what are the five?

[travisb]

I've never had the desire to have a massive collection. 5 is a fair number.
So what's on the list?


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[1William]

For me it is not about the number of watches as much as it is the passion for the watches that I own. I have owned more, 14-15, and less, 1-2, and have found that it is ok not to wear a watch for awhile if you still have the passion for it. I am currently at 12 and have taken a slight pause. Will the number grow or diminish. I don't know. I am just enjoying what I have.

[Pacheco]

I was up to 4 and I started seeing gaps in wearing them and more of a pain deciding which one to wear. So I went back to 3 which I think is PERFECT!! Maybe having a few sitting for a month will be cool one day but right now I want to wear them consistently. So the three amigos for me!!

[paltak]

I've had 5 in the last 2+ years, I want to downsize to 3. That seems to be the ideal rotation for me. Problem is which 2 to let go.

[Takonwong]

I have 6 and gone from 3 to 8 of varying brands. I've settled on 6 but I do change them sometimes, if one comes one existing one goes. I think I have settled on 6 because that's what my winder will hold and I don't like seeing an empty space! But it is true some don't get worn (Omega PO Titanium, its a bit on the thick side) because I always go for my two favourites (114060 and 116622 blue depending on the occasion)

[KBM]

Let's see that list of 5!

[Rashid.bk]

Great rational. My sweet spot would be 3, and even that is a bit much.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by Nav01L

Sounds reasonable, so I wonder now, what are the five?

Originally Posted by travisb

So what's on the list?

Originally Posted by kauebm

Let's see that list of 5!

Exactly...inquiring minds want to know!

Originally Posted by 1William

I am just enjoying what I have.

Words to live by, my brother.

[WatchOut4It]

I got up to 8 and had to downsize for the same reasons listed. During my downsize, I also right-sized: Got rid of all the watches I lost the passion for, eliminated the "beaters", and stacked the box with 5 that are my perfect collection. With no beaters in the box, I am able to wear and enjoy Each one, not just when dressed up or at work, but all the time.

5 is a great number. For me it's (1) an all 'rounder -- Explorer 214270; (2) a traveler -- GMT 116710BLNR; (3) a diver -- Blancpain Bathyscaphe on sailcloth; (4) a dress timepiece -- Dornblüth and Sohn Central Seconds; and (5) a fun, versatile icon -- Sub Hulk 116610LV.

Enjoy the collecting!

[ap1]

7-12

[The Libertine]

My daily collection consists of 3 Rolex (Submariner, Explorer, and GMT) and an Omega Planet Ocean. This is a good number and diversification that works well for me, and would neither add to nor reduce.

Also have a Breitling, Ulysses Nardin and an Omega Semaster tucked away in a safety deposit box for the past several years. If anything, it is one (or all) of these three that I would sell if I ever got the urge to do so.

[r8t3d_M]

Which five do you plan on having in your collection?

[CPRWATCH]

Originally Posted by WatchOut4It

I got up to 8 and had to downsize for the same reasons listed. During my downsize, I also right-sized: Got rid of all the watches I lost the passion for, eliminated the "beaters", and stacked the box with 5 that are my perfect collection. With no beaters in the box, I am able to wear and enjoy Each one, not just when dressed up or at work, but all the time.

5 is a great number. For me it's (1) an all 'rounder -- Explorer 214270; (2) a traveler -- GMT 116710BLNR; (3) a diver -- Blancpain Bathyscaphe on sailcloth; (4) a dress timepiece -- Dornblüth and Sohn Central Seconds; and (5) a fun, versatile icon -- Sub Hulk 116610LV.

Enjoy the collecting!

Pretty sound logic to this & completely get it , and think the quest for me is constantly ongoing & evolving though. I think I'm pretty much at the point where my Rolex collection is almost complete. That is until the next "Grail " watch appears on my horizon ,or Rolex release another "I must have it model". Tried lots of variations & complications including date, no date , chronos etc , to find out what I really like in a watch, & have realised that mostly sports models with date are the ones for me .I can wear each of them as a daily ,& feel comfortable wearing them on any day or situation
1= Tudor 79090 Submariner blue
2= GMT Master 16700
3 =16610LV
4= Datejust TT
5= GMTiiC TT

[WatchOut4It]

Originally Posted by CPRWATCH

1= Tudor 79090 Submariner blue

2= GMT Master 16700

3 =16610LV

4= Datejust TT

5= GMTiiC TT

It's threads like this that I wish had a mandatory photo requirement. We need to merge this one with the "show your full collection in one picture" thread.

Nice collection you have there. A little jealous of those who got in on the Kermit when it was still affordable. Good spread of colors, too.

[AK797]

Makes sense, once you've had a few watches and know what you like it's natural to consolidate down to 3-5. It's been my case.

[brettpaul]

I had up to 10 pieces but have now gone down to 3 and will likely settle at 5.

[oldman2005]

I have more than 5 but recently just keep wearning my $300 Seiko which I rally like yet I plan to get a SD43 eventually

[DocHorton]

I think my perfect number is 8. Currently at 6 but would love to upgrade with a couple more PM's. I like the variety of colors, metals, and bezels.

[Dr.LucaM]

Guys, I'm looking for a Rolex GMT Master II 116710BLNR. Any help?

I live in Italy but I'm a bit paranoid about the gray market.

Thanks.

[KrismanX]

I only have one watch. In a perfect world I would probably be able to comfortably rotate 3-5 watches without missing a beat.

For a Rolex trio I would probably own:
YG Gold/Green Dial Daytona a la McGregor (land)
SD43 (sea)
SS white SkyD (air)

Permitting five Rolex, I would add color:
Blue Sub
BLRO


Ouch...My imaginary wallet hurts.

[jtskariah]

I will be purchasing my first very soon, I am looking forward to it

[hardistyfezza]

Hi everyone,

I have 7 but realistically I only wear 3 - 4 on a daily basis.

White face Explorer 11 - Outdoor, beach holiday watch.
Non date Sub (1997) - My first Rolex (never really gets much wrist time)
GMT Black - My traveling watch.
White SS Daytona - My every day watch.

Additional impulse purchases:

Omega Speed master 40th Anniversary moon.
Oris TT3 Williams
Oris F1 GP

Oh and finally a very old Tag two tone!! I know that makes technically 8.

[henri_san]

for me it would be a number between 10-15

[RXAPPP]

Sorry - here is the collection at 8. The drive was sold the other day and the 2 omegas are on the market. The 5 all have bracelets. The SD and 15400 will become graduation gifts in time

[rmlovett1]

I've recently sold quite a few, had up to 10. Took me a while to focus in on what I REALLY like/want.....enjoyment of the process.....love it!
Sometimes I came out ahead...most times not ! But I knew that would be the case, when going through the process of settling down, (somewhat) so no regrets
4 at the moment, probably settle between 5-6. Any flipping/selling from now on will stay within that range.
Really enjoying the journey

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by RXAPPP

Sorry - here is the collection at 8. The drive was sold the other day and the 2 omegas are on the market. The 5 all have bracelets. The SD and 15400 will become graduation gifts in time

Very nice!

[encarter13]

If I had the money, I would probably have 15+ watches. However, I think 3-5 is the sweet spot! I hope to be there soon.

[Rockrolex]

I have about 20 including 4 Rolexes. I try to rotate them all on a daily basis, although some of them don't get worn all that much. I'm a buyer, not a flipper. I buy what I like and keep it.