Choosing watches

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by GSP480

I turned 50 this year and decided to buy a Rolex to commemorate the big milestone.

Congratulations. Hopefully, you can build a nice collection like my wife's :)

REMEMBER: Time is the most precious thing you have, and with each passing moment there is less of it. Enjoy your time

[metallic]

Nothing sensible about buying a $5,000 or $10,000 or $50,000 watch. Nothing sensible about buying a $100,000 Porsche. The least sensible thing is not enjoying the one life you have to live.

[brandrea]

Happy 50th

If money is no issue, treat yourself to the watch you truly want. If you buy a runner up … the other watch will always haunt you

[Spoonage]

Originally Posted by Tools

I've been stupid with money since I was a teenager.

This...


And to answer the OP's question. If you have the opportunity to try them both on, see which one "sings" to you. Whichever puts the bigger smile in your face is the winner regardless of price.

[georgew]

As others have said, buy what you want, and feel you can afford. And I'll add, most non-watch people won;t notice the difference between your 2 watches. Heck, they may not notice (or care) that it is a $12k, or $22k rolex. Buy it for you

[JSCP]

Retired ave 42, then get both

[dandy]

Originally Posted by Tools

I've been stupid with money since I was a teenager.

[watchwatcher]

Been retired a similar number of years...and stupid with money long before that.

Ten years ago I would've told you, with no hesitation, to buy the more expensive one, and if you didn't like it, then flip it for the cheaper one.

Nowadays, however, I guess being older and just not wanting to play games anymore, my advice is to wait for the watch you fall in love with, and then go after it. TBH, I didn't get a strong sense of how you felt about either choice, other than their price tag...and that shouldn't determine what you spend your hard earned money on.

Life's too short. C'mon, as a fellow retiree, you should know that.

[paul cbc]

Originally Posted by GSP480

Rolex lady DJ, 18YG, diamond bezel and diamond dial markers on MOP dial. President band. 12k, no box/papers, 26mm

Rolex ladies pearlmaster, 18YG, box and papers 22k, 29mm, diamond bezel and diamond dial markers

The first is a timeless piece that is subtle when worn. The second is high polish gold and is a statement piece when worn. I do prefer the larger size of the 29mm, but as stated "I feel like an idiot spending that much on a watch but.. I'd wear it like a crown". it's definitely the highest priced piece of all my friends Rolex. So there's that. Lol

Between the two options I'd suggest going with the 29mm watch.
Nicer watch, has box and papers. Also significant is the larger dial size. 29mm is significantly lager than 26mm. You are at a golden age-where vision starts to decrease dramatically.

Get the nicer watch.
Happy 50th!

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by GSP480

Rolex lady DJ, 18YG, diamond bezel and diamond dial markers on MOP dial. President band. 12k, no box/papers, 26mm

Rolex ladies pearlmaster, 18YG, box and papers 22k, 29mm, diamond bezel and diamond dial markers

The first is a timeless piece that is subtle when worn. The second is high polish gold and is a statement piece when worn. I do prefer the larger size of the 29mm, but as stated "I feel like an idiot spending that much on a watch but.. I'd wear it like a crown". it's definitely the highest priced piece of all my friends Rolex. So there's that. Lol

IMHO, the lady DJ is a nicer watch. Personally, I dislike the Pearlmaster. Having said that, 26 mm is a tiny watch, and I wouldn’t wear that either. Perhaps consider a 31 mm blinged out DJ, if they make one.
I know the newer Lady DJs are 28 mm, and they do make those with diamonds. As for spending all that money, you only live once, and you can’t take it with you.

Kat


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[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Been retired a similar number of years...and stupid with money long before that.

Ten years ago I would've told you, with no hesitation, to buy the more expensive one, and if you didn't like it, then flip it for the cheaper one.

Nowadays, however, I guess being older and just not wanting to play games anymore, my advice is to wait for the watch you fall in love with, and then go after it. TBH, I didn't get a strong sense of how you felt about either choice, other than their price tag...and that shouldn't determine what you spend your hard earned money on.

Life's too short. C'mon, as a fellow retiree, you should know that.

You know what? I’ll bet most of us here are stupid with money, but it’s OK to treat yourself well, as long as it’s not hurting anyone else.

Kat


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[bmwsubmariner]

Get the one you want. if money is not the concern, no reason not to. Also, it's all relative. I know people that spend a disproportionate amount of income on fun stuff.

[bcr1]

Sounds like you can spend the money, so that issue is off the table. Choose the one which gives you goose bumps of happiness and go for it!
Life is too short to not enjoy every moment of it;)

[vesnyder]

This is somthing you need to buy for yourself to reward yourseld for a "life well lived"! You need to appreciate what it is you are buying and but the watch that speaks to you.

[Bladeshot]

You’re already retired. Don’t overthink it, presuming your net worth is 7 digits or more. Don’t settle. Get the one you want.


Just another WIS who loves to trade.
@bladeandwatch1 on IG

[garyk]

Originally Posted by GSP480

I turned 50 this year and decided to buy a Rolex to commemorate the big milestone. The problem is I found a beautiful watch for 12 and a stunning watch for 22. My dilemma isn't whether I can afford it or not, but rather, have I reached a point in life that I'm being stupid with money? I haven't worn a watch since I retired, about 8 years, so this isn't like it's something I need. Rather just something to show myself, and the world, I've done pretty well for myself. Although thr higher one is definitely a "eff all yall peasants" piece. Haha. But really, for those of you who understand where I'm coming from, how did you decide? Even the lower priced one is a watch most people will never own. I realize even buying one is a luxury.

Stephanie

Dude, money has but one purpose, to spend!

[dddl]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

You know what? I’ll bet most of us here are stupid with money, but it’s OK to treat yourself well, as long as it’s not hurting anyone else.

Kat


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Ditto and welcome to the half century club!

[MannyMann]

what model are you buying for 12k and 22k, If you must buy do not think deep, just pull the trigger, you will love it afterwards.

[Carguy87]

Originally Posted by Tools

I've been stupid with money since I was a teenager.

I relate to this on a deep and spiritual level

[Ny325]

Quite don’t understand “ Rather show myself, and the world, I’ve done pretty well for myself.” “ Although the higher one is definitely a eff all yall peasants piece.”

You lost me, and no I’m not one who understands where you’re coming from.

Seems like you want to impress society, and send a message for whatever reason.