Things Change

[FTX I]

For the first time in 30 years I have no Omega in my collection. I had a nice offer and sold them. I know everything can change in the future but my interest in watches is slowly going away. Maybe I'm the only one, but I don't know.

[OrangeKenny]

The only constant in life is change.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by OrangeKenny

The only constant in life is change.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by OrangeKenny

The only constant in life is change.

Plus c’est la meme chose.

[AEC]

Someone get this man a new watch, quickly!!!

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by AEC

Someone get this man a new watch, quickly!!!

I'm unloading not only watches my friend. I've donated a ton of clothes and shoes, threw away a lot of things I never used and I sold at least a thousand CDs and vinyls. Only kept what I really love. It's a nice feeling.

[Rochester585]

Originally Posted by FTX I

I'm unloading not only watches my friend. I've donated a ton of clothes and shoes, threw away a lot of things I never used and I sold at least a thousand CDs and vinyls. Only kept what I really love. It's a nice feeling.

the last time i moved, i was so overwhelmed with all my collections and stuff, that i pared down to a simple car load. granted the car was stuffed to the gills lol but it all fit. ive been a minimalist ever since, i cant stand clutter.

i more or less live my life like a cartoon character now, wear more or less the same clothes everyday (i have multiples of what i like, im clean lol)

its less exciting this way, but it really keeps things simple and hopefully allows you to focus on the the things that matter day to day..im really trying my very best to be a good husband and stepfather

another perk of this lifestyle is you will save money and when it is time to make a splash, i typically have no guilt or shame and my family can never say im selfish because its rare that i treat myself, although when i do, the cost is usually high lol, we all do share expensive hobbies and tastes here on this forum

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by Rochester585

the last time i moved, i was so overwhelmed with all my collections and stuff, that i pared down to a simple car load. granted the car was stuffed to the gills lol but it all fit. ive been a minimalist ever since, i cant stand clutter.

i more or less live my life like a cartoon character now, wear more or less the same clothes everyday (i have multiples of what i like, im clean lol)

its less exciting this way, but it really keeps things simple and hopefully allows you to focus on the the things that matter day to day..im really trying my very best to be a good husband and stepfather

another perk of this lifestyle is you will save money and when it is time to make a splash, i typically have no guilt or shame and my family can never say im selfish because its rare that i treat myself, although when i do, the cost is usually high lol, we all do share expensive hobbies and tastes here on this forum

Great post. Thanks for sharing. I had too many watches, too many stuff I didn't use and now that I lost weight and I need to buy new pants lol

[ratty]

Originally Posted by FTX I

I'm unloading not only watches my friend. I've donated a ton of clothes and shoes, threw away a lot of things I never used and I sold at least a thousand CDs and vinyls. Only kept what I really love. It's a nice feeling.

I should REALLY listen to this. I could do with getting rid of some 'unnecessaries'.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by ratty

I should REALLY listen to this. I could do with getting rid of some 'unnecessaries'.

Originally Posted by ratty

Do you fancy becoming my life mentor?

I would like to loose weight but I haven't got the will power, chocolate biscuits taste SO NICE!!!

Yes they do lol. Losing weight is not that hard. You eat less and it happens. Just like a miracle

[subtona]

Originally Posted by FTX I

I'm unloading not only watches my friend. I've donated a ton of clothes and shoes, threw away a lot of things I never used and I sold at least a thousand CDs and vinyls. Only kept what I really love. It's a nice feeling.

Has there been a catalyst to this new perspective ?

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by subtona

Has there been a catalyst to this new perspective ?

I'd say many, Gus. Boredom, some difficulties on my personal life, lockdowns and covid, not being able to travel (the worst part) etc. I used to visit Amsterdam two times a year and I can't wait to be able to travel again. Anyways, today I got lucky and bought back my favorite Omega, so I'm glad to be back to this subforum

[RW16610]

Less is more, Flavio. It seems as if you're following your heart and doing what's best. These "things" could always be replaced for the most part later down if you so desire.

In times like these it's even more clear what matters most.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by RW16610

Less is more, Flavio. It seems as if you're following your heart and doing what's best. These "things" could always be replaced for the most part later down if you so desire.

In times like these it's even more clear what matters most.

Exactly my friend. I lost 10kg as well. Working out and eating less. Setting my priorities straight it seems.

[ratty]

Originally Posted by FTX I

Exactly my friend. I lost 10kg as well. Working out and eating less. Setting my priorities straight it seems.

Do you fancy becoming my life mentor?

I would like to loose weight but I haven't got the will power, chocolate biscuits taste SO NICE!!!

[DJ2020]

Flavio, I have done similar in the past 2 years. I have liquidated several collections, gifted some and slowly cut down to my favorite things. I have a 10th of what I used too. And I am much happier. I enjoy the things I have now much more with a deeper meaning. It's true, less is more.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by DJ2020

Flavio, I have done similar in the past 2 years. I have liquidated several collections, gifted some and slowly cut down to my favorite things. I have a 10th of what I used too. And I am much happier. I enjoy the things I have now much more with a deeper meaning. It's true, less is more.

I know what you mean my friend. We need to change things a bit sometimes and it feels great.

[Greglaw]

Me, too, have my 2 cwc watches, seiko sla033 and seiko 3861, and very happy. Pared down my wardrobe...focus, and minimalizing and very happy.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by Greglaw

Me, too, have my 2 cwc watches, seiko sla033 and seiko 3861, and very happy. Pared down my wardrobe...focus, and minimalizing and very happy.

[brandrea]

Don’t get me started my friend ... my wife’s been on this Marie Kondo kick... she threw out half the house

https://www.onekingslane.com/live-lo...ook-declutter/

In all seriousness though, it actually does feel really good to pair down and get back to basics.

In terms of watches, I too have trimmed the collection and am now down to 3. I could see myself getting done to 2 eventually.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Don’t get me started my friend ... my wife’s been on this Marie Kondo kick... she threw out half the house

https://www.onekingslane.com/live-lo...ook-declutter/

In all seriousness though, it actually does feel really good to pair down and get back to basics.

In terms of watches, I too have trimmed the collection and am now down to 3. I could see myself getting done to 2 eventually.

lol. I went from 30 to something around 20 my friend. Still too many and I'll give some away as gifts. Less is more indeed.

[macrowatch]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Don’t get me started my friend ... my wife’s been on this Marie Kondo kick... she threw out half the house

https://www.onekingslane.com/live-lo...ook-declutter/

In all seriousness though, it actually does feel really good to pair down and get back to basics.

In terms of watches, I too have trimmed the collection and am now down to 3. I could see myself getting done to 2 eventually.

I think the Kondo method would fail to declutter watches for me. I'd pick up every watch and say it sparks joy.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by macrowatch

I think the Kondo method would fail to declutter watches for me. I'd pick up every watch and say it sparks joy.

I didn't work for watches for me either ... but my wife did quite a number on my closet


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[1William]

Good for you. Glad you are doing as you want. I move through phases but am not there yet for the two or three watch collection. Maybe, one day.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by 1William

Good for you. Glad you are doing as you want. I move through phases but am not there yet for the two or three watch collection. Maybe, one day.

Thanks my friend. I know you have a large collection and they're all great.

[trippinjimmy]

Originally Posted by 1William

Good for you. Glad you are doing as you want. I move through phases but am not there yet for the two or three watch collection. Maybe, one day.

Genuinely curious, what would you keep?


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[AK797]

Hey Flavio, we've been on the forum for a while now and I think its natural for our interest to die down a bit as this place is quite all consuming, mine has died down too to some extent, at least with Rolex and the main brands. Same for sports betting with me, another hobby I was into it big time for a few years, then took a couple of years off and now with lockdown I've been going back in and enjoying the thrill of chasing a winner again.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by AK797

Hey Flavio, we've been on the forum for a while now and I think its natural for our interest to die down a bit as this place is quite all consuming, mine has died down too to some extent, at least with Rolex and the main brands. Same for sports betting with me, another hobby I was into it big time for a few years, then took a couple of years off and now with lockdown I've been going back in and enjoying the thrill of chasing a winner again.

It's been a while we've been hanging around here my friend. You even longer than me. It's natural to change but this is the strongest urge to unload things I've had in decades and I'm sure it has something to do with what happened to us all. I subscribe many newspapers on line and read them all everyday, and I almost only watch news channels on TV when I'm home so it's not hard to understand the wish to change the personal life to some extent.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by FTX I

It's been a while we've been hanging around here my friend. You even longer than me. It's natural to change but this is the strongest urge to unload things I've had in decades and I'm sure it has something to do with what happened to us all. I subscribe many newspapers on line and read them all everyday, and I almost only watch news channels on TV when I'm home so it's not hard to understand the wish to change the personal life to some extent.

I was just thinking today about me hoarding too much and I was thinking in a few years when I really grow up I might want to become a, well benefactor was the word that came to mind, but I am not so grand to be one of those, but more of a giver backer and do more to help others, esp kids and animals. For sure this last year has made many of us re-evaluate our lives and our priorities.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by AK797

I was just thinking today about me hoarding too much and I was thinking in a few years when I really grow up I might want to become a, well benefactor was the word that came to mind, but I am not so grand to be one of those, but more of a giver backer and do more to help others, esp kids and animals. For sure this last year has made many of us re-evaluate our lives and our priorities.