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Post by raymond on Nov 10, 2013 14:45:42 GMT -8
/rant/
So it's been a year since I picked up this habit. A couple months ago, my Vostok Amphibia arrived in the mail and i was ecstatic. Within the same week the Orient Ray finally came in stock and I jumped on the opportunity.
Realising that I had two new watches within the same week made stop in my tracks and decide this was it for the rest of the year.
The year isn't over yet.
I want a new watch.
Here's the issue: I'm not comfortable with throwing money around and even spending ~150 on the Ray was already out of my zone. Everybody says you should save up for a watch that you REALLY want. The wait, the dedication, the savings will be worthwhile.
No such watch is within my sights - I just want something new!
What do I do guys ... How do you stop yourselves from splurging?
/endrant/ Sorry and thank you for reading.
TL;DR: I'm thinking of selling the Ray and Amphibia for a new gen Monster.
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Post by seikoholic on Nov 10, 2013 14:55:28 GMT -8
There's no stopping it. If I don't have something, anything coming in, I get beyond jittery. Something has to be in the mail, something else has to be on the watch list, and the snipes have to be set. Every day, every week, every month.
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Post by 69ChevelleSS on Nov 10, 2013 15:00:16 GMT -8
For me, it's two things:
First of all, I have 20 watches and I wear all my watches. That being said I don't wear the ones I have enough so it's hard to justify buying more. Don't get me wrong, there are a lot of watches I'd like to add to my collection.
I guess the above facts are sort of moot when the biggest restraint is lack of funds! yes1.gif
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Post by bobbymike on Nov 10, 2013 17:10:13 GMT -8
I have ended up buying watches that need a little TLC for less (rarely over $65) and sometimes I take a flyer on a weird lot. In the beginning I would basically buy watches for under what they were selling for (snipe!!) and then enjoy them briefly before reselling for a small profit. Then I would roll that over into another watch. I've pretty much stopped doing that intentionally, but if I saw a watch offered at a decent price I knew I could resell for a bit more I would snap it up. I also am at the point that I am willing to buy watches for more than $150, but even then I'm looking at watches that need a little TLC.
I have a collection of about 20 watches I wear on rotation (several are currently at my watchmaker) and then several "project" watches that are in pieces on my desk.
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Post by raymond on Nov 10, 2013 17:23:40 GMT -8
There's no stopping it. If I don't have something, anything coming in, I get beyond jittery. Something has to be in the mail, something else has to be on the watch list, and the snipes have to be set. Every day, every week, every month. I'm able to empathise ... except recently I've been going nuts on straps and buckles. Seikoholic I've actually been meaning to ask you something for a while which is sort of off track. The other week I was in the cheapie markets and was surprised to see a rotating showcase filled with Seikos and 5's. I spotted what appeared to be an SKX007 so I figured it would be a good opportunity to see how it felt on my wrist. When I had it in my hand though, it seemed lightweight and cheap. The jubilee was comparable to a chintzy Vostok bracelet and the bezel was quite stiff. It was priced at $260 which would be cheap for a brick and mortar price ... but suspicious because it was in a market. Are you able to comment on the bezel/lume/jubilee bracelet at all? I wouldn't be surprised if the shop was selling counterfeit watches but there hasn't been an opportunity to properly feel one from an established dealer. |
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Post by raymond on Nov 10, 2013 17:26:50 GMT -8
For me, it's two things: First of all, I have 20 watches and I wear all my watches. That being said I don't wear the ones I have enough so it's hard to justify buying more. Don't get me wrong, there are a lot of watches I'd like to add to my collection. I guess the above facts are sort of moot when the biggest restraint is lack of funds! yes1.gif I don't know how you do it! My SO surprised me with a watch case which would house only 5 watches so the underlying message is probably 5 being the max. I'm at 6. Have you considered selling or just can't bear to part with them? |
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Post by cd_god on Nov 10, 2013 17:27:24 GMT -8
Save up for the watch you want.
The same reason they have a waiting period to buy guns.
If you still want the watch when you have enough money go ahead and buy it.
If you just buy any watch that comes along you will end up with a drawer full of 500 watches like I have that never get worn. |
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Post by raymond on Nov 10, 2013 17:29:26 GMT -8
I have ended up buying watches that need a little TLC for less (rarely over $65) and sometimes I take a flyer on a weird lot. In the beginning I would basically buy watches for under what they were selling for (snipe!!) and then enjoy them briefly before reselling for a small profit. Then I would roll that over into another watch. I've pretty much stopped doing that intentionally, but if I saw a watch offered at a decent price I knew I could resell for a bit more I would snap it up. I also am at the point that I am willing to buy watches for more than $150, but even then I'm looking at watches that need a little TLC. I have a collection of about 20 watches I wear on rotation (several are currently at my watchmaker) and then several "project" watches that are in pieces on my desk. Wow! It's respectable that you're able to build up a support of funds and still enjoy the hobby. I wouldn't have the eye for it. From what I understand servicing watches costs quite a bit. Is that factored into the profit? |
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Post by bobbymike on Nov 10, 2013 17:53:20 GMT -8
I have ended up buying watches that need a little TLC for less (rarely over $65) and sometimes I take a flyer on a weird lot. In the beginning I would basically buy watches for under what they were selling for (snipe!!) and then enjoy them briefly before reselling for a small profit. Then I would roll that over into another watch. I've pretty much stopped doing that intentionally, but if I saw a watch offered at a decent price I knew I could resell for a bit more I would snap it up. I also am at the point that I am willing to buy watches for more than $150, but even then I'm looking at watches that need a little TLC. I have a collection of about 20 watches I wear on rotation (several are currently at my watchmaker) and then several "project" watches that are in pieces on my desk. Wow! It's respectable that you're able to build up a support of funds and still enjoy the hobby. I wouldn't have the eye for it. From what I understand servicing watches costs quite a bit. Is that factored into the profit? Yes it is. I rarely will buy a watch that needs more than a COA (cleaning, oil, adjusting) to resell, but even then that would be in my calculations. Granted on some watches my profit was small, but I always learn something which deepens my appreciation for the hobby. I did that during my first two years of collecting because I wanted to buy nicer watches then I had funds for. It also allowed me to buy some decent tools and supplies. |
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Post by estrickland on Nov 10, 2013 19:59:19 GMT -8
+1 on saving up for what you want; not just the model but the condition (if you're looking beyond new).
Like you I also picked up a (for me) big ticket item, and I justified it in part by saying this would be it for the year (almost there!).
Also, I'm trying to cap my collection size - barring a very rare sighting, I have to put a watch in the bargain to pick up something.
Between these 2, it's been a few months since my most recent add. Still chasing some rare bits, and that's a lot of the fun anyway.
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Post by cobrajet25 on Nov 10, 2013 21:05:49 GMT -8
There's no stopping it. If I don't have something, anything coming in, I get beyond jittery. Something has to be in the mail, something else has to be on the watch list, and the snipes have to be set. Every day, every week, every month. yes1.gif |
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Post by C4L18R3 on Nov 11, 2013 6:22:55 GMT -8
/rant/So it's been a year since I picked up this habit. A couple months ago, my Vostok Amphibia arrived in the mail and i was ecstatic. Within the same week the Orient Ray finally came in stock and I jumped on the opportunity.
Realising that I had two new watches within the same week made stop in my tracks and decide this was it for the rest of the year.
The year isn't over yet. I want a new watch. Here's the issue: I'm not comfortable with throwing money around and even spending ~150 on the Ray was already out of my zone. Everybody says you should save up for a watch that you REALLY want. The wait, the dedication, the savings will be worthwhile. No such watch is within my sights - I just want something new! What do I do guys ... How do you stop yourselves from splurging? /endrant/ Sorry and thank you for reading.TL;DR: I'm thinking of selling the Ray and Amphibia for a new gen Monster. I went through this... ...it's really hard to stop! But now that I have one for every day of the month (almost) I have slowed down and 'try' to think things through before purchasing. There are a few pieces now that don't get enough wrist time and I kinda regret getting them. I will probably start selling maybe 2-3 pieces to make room for a new one. If you are really serious about controlling yourself my advice is this... Do not rush into buying. Stuff on eBay will always pop up again and unless it's a discontinued model or some rare vintage piece, there will always be a few more left for you to buy. Take your time! Make sure that your next purchase is something you really like rather than just something you 'must have' for the sake of having something new. It's easier said than done I know, but if you're able to abstain even for a few hours/days from pulling the trigger it will do you some good. There were actually times when I was happy I lost a bid because I know I just did it on impulse. All I'm saying is, you probably got it bad like the rest of us but I do hope you don't go through the same 'newbie' mistakes I did when I was starting. Having said that - this itch is actually so bad that until now I have a problem with splurging when it comes to Seikos! You see I've been wanting a Steinhart, Gerlach, Halios or Meistersinger for the longest time but I usually end up with a few more 6309s, 007s or 031s! This is also what I mean by "it's hard to stop." I need to stop so I can save for the non-Seiko watches on my list. ... and now you begin to realize there's no hope for you! yes1.gif |
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Post by lordflagpolecrabtree on Nov 11, 2013 7:11:49 GMT -8
Restraint ? Wassat ? laugh1.gif
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Post by 69ChevelleSS on Nov 11, 2013 8:15:01 GMT -8
For me, it's two things: First of all, I have 20 watches and I wear all my watches. That being said I don't wear the ones I have enough so it's hard to justify buying more. Don't get me wrong, there are a lot of watches I'd like to add to my collection. I guess the above facts are sort of moot when the biggest restraint is lack of funds! yes1.gif I don't know how you do it! My SO surprised me with a watch case which would house only 5 watches so the underlying message is probably 5 being the max. I'm at 6. Have you considered selling or just can't bear to part with them? I really don't want to sell because most of my watches are either ones that my Dad owned before he passed, ones he and Mom gave me, ones that the wife has given or ones that I've recently acquired and really do love. I could probably sell three of the 20 without too much pain but they're watches that I don't hate so I'm not in a hurry. The rest of the ones in my collection are keepers. Here's a pic of my box:  |
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Post by Groundhog66 on Nov 11, 2013 10:21:20 GMT -8
Restraint is overrated.....As long as you are paying your bills on time, and taking care of you responsibilities, no need to put limits on your hobby. If you have the money to spare, buy whatever you want.
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Post by bobbymike on Nov 11, 2013 12:04:06 GMT -8
Restraint is overrated.....As long as you are paying your bills on time, and taking care of you responsibilities, no need to put limits on your hobby. If you have the money to spare, buy whatever you want. I tried restraint once, felt it was too binding and didn't like it... so I had my wife untie me. a176 |
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Post by raymond on Nov 11, 2013 14:14:17 GMT -8
I went through this... ...it's really hard to stop! But now that I have one for every day of the month (almost) I have slowed down and 'try' to think things through before purchasing. There are a few pieces now that don't get enough wrist time and I kinda regret getting them. I will probably start selling maybe 2-3 pieces to make room for a new one. If you are really serious about controlling yourself my advice is this... Do not rush into buying. Stuff on eBay will always pop up again and unless it's a discontinued model or some rare vintage piece, there will always be a few more left for you to buy. Take your time! Make sure that your next purchase is something you really like rather than just something you 'must have' for the sake of having something new. It's easier said than done I know, but if you're able to abstain even for a few hours/days from pulling the trigger it will do you some good. There were actually times when I was happy I lost a bid because I know I just did it on impulse. All I'm saying is, you probably got it bad like the rest of us but I do hope you don't go through the same 'newbie' mistakes I did when I was starting. Having said that - this itch is actually so bad that until now I have a problem with splurging when it comes to Seikos! You see I've been wanting a Steinhart, Gerlach, Halios or Meistersinger for the longest time but I usually end up with a few more 6309s, 007s or 031s! This is also what I mean by "it's hard to stop." I need to stop so I can save for the non-Seiko watches on my list. ... and now you begin to realize there's no hope for you! yes1.gif Thanks for being the voice of reason. I'm usually not an impulsive person but when it comes to watches it's a different ball game. Oh man I understand the bigger ticket items as well. It's just so much easier to justify a more affordable purchase thinking "hey at least it's cheaper than that ~$600 Steinhart". |
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Post by raymond on Nov 11, 2013 14:16:58 GMT -8
I really don't want to sell because most of my watches are either ones that my Dad owned before he passed, ones he and Mom gave me, ones that the wife has given or ones that I've recently acquired and really do love. I could probably sell three of the 20 without too much pain but they're watches that I don't hate so I'm not in a hurry. The rest of the ones in my collection are keepers. Here's a pic of my box: That's one hell of a Japanese collection. Your Dad must've been quite a collector as well! I'm curious about the SKX, how do you rate the bracelet? |
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Post by raymond on Nov 11, 2013 14:19:41 GMT -8
Restraint is overrated.....As long as you are paying your bills on time, and taking care of you responsibilities, no need to put limits on your hobby. If you have the money to spare, buy whatever you want. You make a convincing argument. I've been brought up with some delusional idea that I should constantly be saving. But for what? I seriously have no idea. As a result it's hard for me to define a budget towards anything. |
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Post by seikoholic on Nov 11, 2013 16:05:01 GMT -8
Bob, that's a nice, tight collection. No extra stuff, no fluff, no filler. Enviable. |
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