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Fortunately I'm not "old" and the Sub fits amazingly! I have multiple Subs/maxi case watches and for some reason the Sub Date 41 fits perfectly and I also love the refined lugs.
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It's amazing how much mental real estate this takes up and is actually fairly non-productive stress IMO.
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But of course, comes down to preference, but for me less is more.
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Interesting discussion :-)
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My sweet spot is always to have a small number of nice things every time. Clothes, watches, cars, bikes, holidays, food - everything. Maximises use and enjoyment and minimises hassle of maintenance, insurance, storage, cost, security etc.
Admittedly, I’m too poor to have suffered the burden of having a large number of nice things but I agree with your end goal! |
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Yes…. A recent acquisition has got me to a point when I really only wear three of them.
A field watch and diver to split daily wear and allow me some variety and a special occasion piece for time when I want to wear something different to the daily sporty pieces. Everything else of values will likely get sold off in the next 6 months and I will likely just hand into some low value vintage pieces that I barely wear but enjoy owning. I struggle with the idea of a large collection of unworn pieces so to me your rational makes total sense |
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My oldest son will not wear clothing with logos. Me? I like logos. Love that crown at the top of my dials. ![]() Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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Good to downsize if you don't eventually start buying them back.
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This thread reminded me that when the 3rd gen VC Overseas was released in 2016, I resolved to get one one day as my exit watch from the hobby because it's essentially 3 watches in one that covers everything. I finally got one earlier this year, but still haven't been able to get down to just that watch. Plus I couldn't post here anymore without a Rolex.
Speaking of Rolex, this thread also inspired me to put my 126610 back on. Always reminded how awesome a Sub is when I put one on. It's such a "wear it and forget it" watch in the best way. How ubiquitious it is and how common I see people wearing one (or a similar looking homage) is sometimes a turn-off, but otoh it makes me feel a lot more comfortable wearing it around because it does kind of blend in these days, as far as luxury watches go. I just forget about it on my wrist in a way I can't quite get my 116500 to do. |
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I did this recently, got my collection down to 5 and spun off 4 cars. It's quite nice to have less choice and weight (by gross vehicle tonnage). I still want 2 more cars and one watch gone.
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Yeah, I guess this is where I'm at with watches (have 10 rolex and 2 others currently). I see no reason to thin the herd at this point (or any point in the future - kids will get them and they are worth more than what I paid). That said, simplifying a lot in other areas does make sense to me. That started 3 yrs ago when we downsized into a condo - and there is more to do still (will do more over this coming winter). But hey, do what make sense for your situation
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I have considered trimming my collection. I have been up to 19 and am currently at 15. I look to retire in the next 3 years, selling my practice and beginning my travels. I absolutely love Rolex watches but as I have gotten older, the more I realize that in the end they are just watches. I will pare down my collection and save some for my sons in the future but for now, I will enjoy them daily. They really do bring me happiness. LOL.
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I think of this often. I have the watches I’ve coveted and I’ll stare at my collection and say ‘which one’ should go. It’s a double edged sword for me, I truly enjoy the pieces I have, but I’ve always been an analysis paralysis type person when it comes to what to wear (clothes, shoes, watches) and makes my brain hurt. Problem is I can’t pick one to get rid of, so for now I’m just not adding.
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