Anyone successfully convert from multi to single watch owner?

[piratfisk]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

No! I can’t be a one watch person. I am trying to get down to about 25. I did sell 7 over the past several weeks, from my eBay store. Only 60 more to go, to reach my goal….

Kat


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Was waiting to hear from you in this thread I'm going to submit an anonymous tip to that Hoarders reality show about you.

To the OP: No, I don't think I could be a one-and-done. I think five would be the right number. Maybe 4 if I think critically & want a car instead.

[INC]

"One God, that I can understand; but one watch? That is not civilized... It is not generous!"

[Mr Ben]

Originally Posted by espanol

I know of many single Rolex watch owners. Oddly, they all own 4 or 5 digit Rolex. Yet, I don't know a single one-watch person for modern Rolex. Only collector's mindsets for modern Rolex.

Makes you wonder... why?

I wear the same six digit Rolex every day and have done for well over a year. And, yes I only own one of them!

I often wonder how people count when this question is asked though. I think of myself as having three watches but that’s “nice” watches. If I actually emptied out all of my drawers, I’d pull out old watches like Seikos, a random military watch I picked up, a gshock, garmin, Apple Watch, grandparents watches etc etc.

We don’t have to count those do we…?

[Smobews]

I’m in my mid 50s and have kept every single watch I have ever owned since my parents got me my first Swiss watch when I was 12. I can’t imagine any one of them not in my possession. I had them all out of the safe over Christmas to get a birdseye view of them, and my adult daughter decided she wanted to wear the Rado distar my parents bought me for high school graduation. My other daughter decided she wants to wear my Omega Polaris Titan that I bought in Cayman Islands when I was a punk. When I’m long gone, my kids and grandkids will be wearing my Omegas and Rolexes. Who am I to let a stranger own them.

[JSCP]

yes sell and get a DD40 then later you can get a steel vintage

[geoach]

my tastes are simple I like only the best............I wear a Rolex or Patek

[belutak]

Originally Posted by Smobews

I’m in my mid 50s and have kept every single watch I have ever owned since my parents got me my first Swiss watch when I was 12. I can’t imagine any one of them not in my possession. I had them all out of the safe over Christmas to get a birdseye view of them, and my adult daughter decided she wanted to wear the Rado distar my parents bought me for high school graduation. My other daughter decided she wants to wear my Omega Polaris Titan that I bought in Cayman Islands when I was a punk. When I’m long gone, my kids and grandkids will be wearing my Omegas and Rolexes. Who am I to let a stranger own them.

Mate, your post is the best one in a while, your last sentence made my tears!


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[belutak]

Originally Posted by geoach

my tastes are simple I like only the best............I wear a Rolex or Patek

ALS missing here?


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[JTL31]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

You’d be wrong , in my case. I only collect watches.

Kat


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I think you forgot about the box when moving your husband labeled Imelda (Marcos) re: shoes. LOL! Maybe not definition of “collecting” but still a lot of…


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[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by JTL31

I think you forgot about the box when moving your husband labeled Imelda (Marcos) re: shoes. LOL! Maybe not definition of “collecting” but still a lot of…


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Geesh! Thanks, Janet, for outing me….. I don’t think that’s quite the same thing. It’s not like they are Prada, or Louis Vuitton. It’s more like Converse and shell top Adidas. So, really a bit of a sneaker head, I guess. It’s been quite awhile since I bought a new pair. Hmmmmnnn!
Gotta go shopping, suddenly.

Kat

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[Flypanam]

Originally Posted by espanol

I know of many single Rolex watch owners. Oddly, they all own 4 or 5 digit Rolex. Yet, I don't know a single one-watch person for modern Rolex. Only collector's mindsets for modern Rolex.

Makes you wonder... why?

Possibly something to do with how Rolex sells watches recently. Harder to get the single watch that you may want, so you have to buy another model first.

Or, you wait for the model you want and it feels great, then the AD asks "what's next on your list?". You mention something else you like and some time later you get another call, and you take the watch because the "opportunity" is there.

Just some guesses, who knows what the truth is, though.

[MichelleP]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Geesh! Thanks, Janet, for outing me….. I don’t think that’s quite the same thing. It’s not like they are Prada, or Louis Vuitton. It’s more like Converse and shell top Adidas. So, really a bit of a sneaker head, I guess. It’s been quite awhile since I bought a new pair. Hmmmmnnn!
Gotta go shopping, suddenly.

Kat

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Lol...I'm a a bit of a sneaker head too. Mostly Adidas and Converse as well

[belutak]

Originally Posted by Bazil

I’m aiming for the Trifecta ..
Panda Daytona
GMT Sprite
Smurf …
I know I know, but no idea on their numbers ..

I reckon Smurf is the best Rolex watch ever made, in any category. Had it on my wrist twice, boy he was magnificent…


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[capnty]

Doing a month long one watch challenge. Call it an exercise in Asceticism. I would say it’s possible with the right watch. My Pelagos 39 has performed admirably in all use cases. When the month of March is up, I will return to my sentimental pieces, but I may very well consolidate my lesser worn pieces. If I ditch my lesser worn micros, I’d have a decent down payment on a black FXD.

[TikTok]

I’m on 9 with no plans to buy any more (at the moment) and no plans to reduce.
4 x Rolex, 2 x Omega, 2 x IWC and 1 Blancpain.
A good mix of styles but mostly ‘sport’ watches.

[sgt10p]

No. I would instantly have sellers remorse! Even though I usually wear the latest watch for months on end, until the next one

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[prnceofpersia23]

I am down to one after selling others to fund a home purchase. Now that that's all done, let's just say I am spending A LOT of time in the classifieds section.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by DLCU2

Can we see this amazing collection Kat?

Here is a taste! There are 3 more boxes, and then some. But I’ve sold 9 watches over the past several weeks.

Kat


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[cdm765]

I’m down to 3 (GMT Pepsi, Sub, and JLC Master Moon). I considered consolidating to 2 watches (1 Rolex), but realized I enjoy them too much and will enjoy giving them to my son and daughter one day.

[SaddleSC]

It is not an issue of whether or not I could do it or not do it...I simply don't have any desire to do it. I am a bit of a minimalist in most areas, but watches take up so little space and give me so much joy, I don't really see the point in going back to only having one nice watch...

[jswing]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Here is a taste! There are 3 more boxes, and then some. But I’ve sold 9 watches over the past several weeks.

Kat


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Wow, that is some Seiko collection! I'll take one of the Pogues and the 6309 please!

[piratfisk]

Originally Posted by belutak

I reckon Smurf is the best Rolex watch ever made, in any category. Had it on my wrist twice, boy he was magnificent…


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Wearing mine now. I can confirm: It is simply the best.

[DLCU2]

Absolutely indcredible. So much variety!! Thank you for sharing!


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Here is a taste! There are 3 more boxes, and then some. But I’ve sold 9 watches over the past several weeks.

Kat


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[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by jswing

Wow, that is some Seiko collection! I'll take one of the Pogues and the 6309 please!

I’ve had all of the Poques, and the 2 6138s completely restored, by a vintage Seiko expert, Sir Alan, in the UK. I heard he was the best, so sent them all across the Pond, and back. They are not being sold!

Kat


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[jswing]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I’ve had all of the Poques, and the 2 6138s completely restored, by a vintage Seiko expert, Sir Alan, in the UK. I heard he was the best, so sent them all across the Pond, and back. They are not being sold!

Kat


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I've had lots of vintage Seikos in my day, but I'm always a little hesitant to actually wear them, which is crazy because they're built like tanks. I had a 6309 that was 40+ years old, had never been serviced, and ran just fine. Good idea holding onto them, especially after having them restored.

[Smobews]

Every Sunday, I rotate into another one of my watches. I am excited for the next one each week, even though they are the same 'ol watches that I own. I don't think you get that with having just one and putting it on day after day.

[DJ2020]

Yes, I used to be a one watch guy in the late 70's thru the mid 90's. Then got attacked by the collectors virus. But gifted many and back down to one. Finally at peace once again.

It's nice having one watch. Pretty much wear it 24/7 with no issues. I reflected on the many I have owned in the past. Saving up to buy one special watch for myself.

[Donnie90]

I don't know if I can consider myself a watch collector, I don't think so, I like watches mainly because of the design, but one piece wouldn't be enough for me.

Personally, I wouldn't go diving with a PM watch, so I need at least one a SS for such casual wear.

I own GMT-Master II (Batgirl), YG Submariner (Bluesy), Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43mm and Breitling Superocean Héritage Chronograph 46mm.

[kilyung]

I’m on my way. Down to 8 watches now.

[AF_Rob]

Originally Posted by russ86

One of my closest friends tried to downsize his big collection, he failed miserably. My philosophy is, own whatever you enjoy wearing, whatever you dont wear anymore, sell it or gift it to your family members, let them enjoy it.

I did more of a pivot, than a downsize. I sold off about half and gifted a couple knowing I would add again eventually. A change of direction was needed.


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