Types Of Watch Collectors: The Rolex Only Guy, Seikoholics, Flippers, Price Snobs, Military & More
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- Опубліковано 7 січ 2022
- In today’s #WatchTalk episode I'm joined once again by engineer turned watch expert and entrepreneur Marc Frankel of Long Island Watch to discuss why we collect what we collect. We talk about our favorite collection themes, how value affects collecting, and our personal collecting motivations. We share which collectors we admire the most and those we least respect. From the Rolex Only collector, to the Seikoholic, and those who only collect a specific type of watch when it comes to genre, era, style, historical significance, design, price, brand name, or even color.
Join us for some fun, laid-back watch talk, introduced by perhaps the most divisive collector of all-infamous cinematic icon Hugo Mountbatten, who takes time out of his busy A-list schedule to contribute to the show, and shares his own #wristwatchcheck in the process. What type of watch collector are you? Please share in the comments!
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Hey TGV - having spent way too much time and way too much money on gathering impulse buys over the years I amassed over 50 watches which I sold off last year - recovered enough cash to refine a well curated 5 watch collection - Land (Hamilton Khaki Mechanical) - Sea (Seiko SKX007J) - Air (Oris Big Crown Pro Pilot) - Dress / Sports (Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80) - Beater (Casio G-Shock DW5610) - to me this represents a well balanced collection with an example of every genre of modern watch - each one the quintessential example of its type at its price point - I know I’ll never deviate from this because I have achieved a happy balance - largely achieved through watching your videos which helped me understand what I appreciate - thanks fella :)
WOW, that is something worthy of admiration and respect. I can't fault that 5 heavy hitting line up. "Land, Sea, Air, Dress and Beater". I think you have just come up with the perfect collection number and theme IMO 👏👏👏👏
You have my upmost respect sir! If I had a cap, I would doff it.
Thank you so much for sharing that. O&U!
Best regards,
TGV
That is a well thought out collection. 100% agree with these choices.
I love buying watches off of people like you for pennies on the dollar!
@@theurbangentry bless you - coming from you that means a lot buddy - I just bought well and bought what I liked having done my research - I think at some point you have reviewed each of these watches :)
@@gregrepac6654 thanks Greg - the watches all serve me very well indeed - I suppose the grail in the collection is the Oris - my favourite is probably the Seiko but I wear the G Shock more often because I don’t need to worry about it - they all do what they’re intended to exceptionally well - they’d all be hard to beat at their price points
I've gone through roughly eleventy-billion different phases of watch collecting and am currently in the "wife ready to leave if I buy another watch" phase.
I've just read that out loud and the wife says she knows how she feels. 😂.
I bought two this week alone. A Lorier Gemini and Seiko captain Willard.
So which one are you buying? 😁
Same side of boat here hhh
Everytime I ask my lovely wife . And she agrees most of the time. She is my life. Wish for everybody a top model like mine.
Ready to leave; ha ha ha😀
Buy it and buried underground
Marc is such a sweet and gentle man. The amount of times he reassured TGV with 'that's ok'. Beautiful to see you two interacting and talking watches.
Actually I would say you are more of a “history” guy than a “vintage” guy because you have such a great grasp of the horological history of the pieces and it is because of that reason that you can also pick up a new watch if it has some history to it. Great to see you both again and wishing you a great year ahead.
Thank you Henk, I think you may be right there! Great to hear from you too, this year is going to be a good one, I really feel it. Lots more to come. Onwards and upwards!
Best regards,
TGV
Agreed, one of the reasons I love this channel.
I was thinking the same thing. Most of my watches are from the 1920s-1960s, so a digital watch designed in 1994 is not exactly 'vintage' to me! But there are historically important designs from any decade, that's certainly something TGV responds to.
i have a ton of respect for people who have "lifetime" collections, when people acquire watches that represent different times/events in their life and then hang on to those meaningful pieces without selling them...
The Modder: The guy who watches Marc's tutorial videos, and swaps out every bracelet, crystal, bezel, dial, hands, movement he has. He doesn't own a single unaltered piece.
The NATO guy: Has a one watch collection, but it's really a 1,000 watch collection with all the straps.
the beauty of NATOs
I've commented previously, and I'll comment again, I admire the fact that you both embrace the vast majority of watch collectors by including everybody. It's refreshing to hear individuals that appreciate inclusion rather than exclusion. Thank you both for your videos.
I'm a vintage 😎 guy and I like watches that have some "history" regardless of price. That's why I love TGV's videos.
I went through the "Seikopath" stage, but I have mellowed considerably.
16:35 - Marc is right. This kind of "collector" isn't interested in watches, but in showing-off price tags.
I accidentally fell into being the “Seiko Seiko Seiko” guy. I didn’t set out to be that guy, but they do so many unique dials and themes across every genre of watchmaking, at virtually any price point, it’s hard not to fall into a Seiko reality. Recently I’ve been collecting more Tissot pieces, though, and it’s a nice breath of fresh air. Enjoy your thing, but don’t be afraid to try something different.
Excellent comment! Thank you for sharing that.
🙏🙏🙏
Best regards,
TGV
Seiko does a lot of things in a lot of price ranges. It's amazing. In terms of options and balance of prices it's far more interesting than Rolex, for instance.
@@TheGrenadier97 A work friend had a Rolex Sub, gold with blue dial. Absolutely beautiful. Somehow, it improved our whole shift because he wore that watch. Having said that, your comment is on. Rolex cannot (would not) make a watch for $100, could you imagine what that would look like? I have a Seiko from the SGE series that cost $95 and it looks like a working man's Breguet.
LOL! I freaking love Hugo! Just fabulous! Great video & collab! This made
Me so happy!
I have become "the rectangular collector." The only watches I am interested in owning have a rectangular case. G-Shock GMWB5000D-1 started it, and now the list grows. Cartier Santos, Hermes H-08, JLC Reverso, Zenith A384...if it is a rectangle, or even mostly a rectangle, its siren song calls to me.
Yes! It's that time of the month again: Mark x TGV video. Always a highlight of the month when I get to hear you two nerd out and discuss the watch industry. Love your work and keep it up guys! May 2022 bring lots of watch bargains!
Thank you Satya, so happy to hear that. Lots more to come!
Best regards,
TGV
I am strictly a “what mood am I in” collector. I stand before my watch box every morning and decide. For example, I have worn nothing but Casio for the last three weeks. No particular reason, they were just the watches that spoke to me in the morning. My mood dictates my watch.
I like that! "Mood Collector". How long does the mood change? I can deffo relate to that. My passes last from a few days to a few weeks max.
Thank you for sharing that Robert,
Best regards,
TGV
Same motivation here, GA2100-1A1 or GD-350? Or Seiko Arctura Kinetic Chronograph, or Citizen Promaster SST?
I get that!
@@theurbangentry I like to wear a watch at least two days in a row (no real reason), but it usually lasts about 3 or 4 days. I also switch to a Casio daily for my exercise and then put back on whatever I was wearing for the day
You guys are the Best: When you could wear a Rolex or another High end watch you both wore Affordable, Attainable watches. Down To Earth! I wear a watch because I enjoy the watch. Not because of it's price or to impress others. Instead of wearing my Omega, Tudor, or GS I find myself wearing a $20 HMT or My New Islander Glacier! Keep it up!
What a great topic for the discussion. Hearing how you both view your collection strategies was extremely interesting. Also Happy New Year TGV & Marc! Here's to another year of these great chats.
Hey TGV, bring out your friend with all the military watches you mentioned at 5:30. Would love to see that collection!
So glad to see you upload this, I’ve got a bad case of strep throat and have been off work since Tuesday, you’re channel has been on re run for me this week. Thanks for the upload TGV! Have a great weekend!
I genuinely enjoy watching this series with Marc, this is so awesome! Keep it up TGV!
I absolutely love the nerdy vibe between the two of them. High quality content and two amazing fellas!
Love these little chats, short or long.
You two seems like old friends, love the banter, and still serious.
Thx for letting us be a fly on the wall.
Too bad Hugo had to dash.
Cheers!
Another extremely enjoyable episode with Marc. I know I say this every time, but please don't ever stop collaborating with this guy, TGV!
Superb show boys!!! What a few fantastic topics there were! Seikoholics versus Rolexisists!!!;) I guess my take on it is a Rolex is a status symbol regardless of how well it’s made! I’d say Seiko only collectors are a bit more daring!;) the cases, the colours, the sizes! That being said I love both! And own both!;) awesome stuff! PS I’d love an astrolabe in the study!!!!
Russell!!!! Always great to hear from you, great video on the SNK809 btw. It deffo inspired me, I almost want to do a new video on it again, well, maybe later in the year. As for the Astrolabe, you and me both! Right off to ebay!!! 🤣🤣🤣
Thank you as always.
Best regards,
TGV
P.s. I totally agree what you say about Seiko being more daring.
@@theurbangentry Yes, SNK809 is an iconic watch. Wasn’t the first one I bought when I got into watches, but it was one I knew I had to have. Still have it and still wear it. Also loving my Lorier Safari ivory dial. Great work on that one! 👍
Hi Russ and Tristano, I know that I have to purchase one of these nice Marine Chronometers.......possibly a Poljot or a Kirov as those are quite new and a bit more affordable than a old Mercer or Glashütte. I´m neither a vintage nor a Seiko or Rolex guy. I love them all......if I only had some more bucks 😢😢😢😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
Happy 2022 TGV! Enjoyed the perspectives on collecting. I’ve narrowed my collection to just a few pieces that speak to me most. From 13 to 7 pieces.
Always great to see Hugo!
Great to see you two guys together again. 2022 = Onwards & even more upwards.
Thank you TGV and Mark! What a great intro with Hugo and topic discussion! Very interesting! Stay healthy and well! Nicholas👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🌊🌊🌊🌟🌟🌟
I am for sure a, "Check the boxes," type. I want something I can wear in any situation/occasion.
Me too. Exactly. Need a diver, a gmt a dress watch and one for sports and then I need one for whatever activity I convince myself might come up. Lol
Love this discussion, thanks TGV. There are so many watch collector types, it's true, with the one commonality that we all collect watches we love. My personal thing, and I wonder if I'm the only one, is I collect watches that could be one watch collections. TGV I see you as a dive, dress, military, Casio and vintage guy, a true Rennaisance man and yet a regular bloke (a rare combination!). Maybe that's why you appeal to so many viewers.
First off great video as usual guys. Love it when you both get together and have these talks. This really made me think of my collection and realize a few quirks about myself….
1 My collection only goes to a total of 12 at a time. I bought a nice watch case that only holds 12 for this purpose. At one time I had a pile of watches. But I found that I had so many usually when I got to some of my less favorites they needed batteries or work. So about 3 years ago I made a choice….maximum of 12.
2. I really love tool type watches. Ones that serve a purpose, whether it be simply making me smile or a compass feature, or even dive watch. All my watches must serve a purpose or have an occasion to be worn. I have one that’s my beater work watch and others that are outdoor watches etc. This is why one day I’m wearing my flighty and the next day I’m strapping on a rangemaster lol
3. They have to be a price I can stomach. I retired three years ago at 42 and travel the country hunting fishing and really enjoying life. I was only able to do this making wise financial decisions and realizing that everything has a value to me…doesn’t matter what others think.
I like all watches and enthusiasts. So I’m my travels it’s always awesome running into another watch guy who can appreciate the passion.
Thanks again!
I've been collecting for two years now and I'm not sure if it's my OCD or the weird way I look at the world. I only collect Timex because of how they are looked down on by many in the watch community and how they made watches affordable for the unsung heroes (the "Working Man"). Once I got hooked on their heritage and what it took for them to be one of the oldest American watchmakers, I got hooked. Also, I got into the hobby when they went full steam ahead with their reissues, the Q and the Marlin. I am happy they are getting back into the mechanical watch game, but still love the Qs. Lastly my idol the late John Bogle wore a Timex his entire life. My humble Timex collection is now sitting at 40 where I think it's safe to stop. I think.
Timex is a cool brand and they make a lot of great watches !! Be proud of your collection
I like Timex a lot.
Timex fall into the 'historical watchmaker' category. They're not a brand that have jumped on the corporate bandwagon. I certainly don't look down my nose at Timex. I still have the first adult watch my dad bought me when I was about 11 years old and I'm middle-aged now. I'll never sell that watch. I now see that it wasn't an expensive watch but to me it's a priceless watch. More valuable than any Patek Philippe.
Always a good show when you have Marc on.
Hi everyone, I’m Keinan and I’m a Seikoholic…. Great T-shirt Marc!!
🤣🤣🤣 Thank you Keinan, I'm deffo with you there.
Best regards,
TGV
I love a collector that follows their heart... because they love watches. Any price, any brand. Just what they like. Not a sheep. With no malis to other peoples choice.
I'm a dial guy. My entire collection is Japanese so I'll probably ride that out. Two seiko sharp edge, a dresskx, kamasu, maestro, orient star classic (thanks TGV), oceanus t200, edifice efv-100d, GW-5000, and various casio digis. The citizen chronomaster is next.
Hugo “Cinematic Icon” #pureclass 👌🏼
I love these videos..... A highlight of the month for sure!
Excellent discussion and the opening with Hugo Moutbatten was just spectacular. Cheers!
Really enjoyed this one. Great topics! Keep it up TGV.
Superb topic! Well thought out & presented. Thanks gents.
It is always good to reflect on (and hopefully get more clarity) on the what and the why of your collection and appreciate the what and why of others.
I really like watches with context- not necessarily historical, but some connection that resonates. I also think most people respect that. Another good one, TGV and Marc!
Why, thank you so kindly, Good Sir Hugo, for the smashing introduction! 😊
I’ve been thinking of this myself as my son is just getting “into” the hobby. I defined it as collectors : those that pursue a certain genre and have an almost academic interest. Investors: those who don’t really seek any particular aesthetic or genre but rather are seeking an economic return and gatherer: those who just love joy the variety and pursuit of a new item. I’m the latter. I suspect you are too!
I am also a gatherer! It's a great time to be a watch collector. There are so many quality watches at such wonderful prices. I'm surprised watches are making a comeback, but maybe it's because of the previous sentence. Or maybe it's a nostalgia thing like vinyl records, although I don't see many records actually being sold.
Yes! This makes my afternoon, just in time for the workout!
Thank you, so glad to hear, get that work out in my friend, I always do mine while waiting for this to upload!
Best regards,
TGV
And I was wondering what I was supposed to watch this evening, problem solved! The dynamic duo back at it!
Awesome session and subject. Great back and forth as always.
Great segment. I like the collector who picks the specific piece as opposed to a category. The watch as a specific piece, whether function, style color, history etc. Funny have someone who appreciates different genres for the piece itself vs. A category. Keep up theses colab vids, they are really cool.
Oh, this is so comfy. Thank you guys, was looking for this exactly. So much nicer than the used car salesman type watch channels.
Part of my collection is children's watches, mainly stuff from the 80s and early 90s that either I had as a child or my friends had. Lots of fun to be had, and some I occasionally wear.
That kind of childhood connection is always or often the strongest I feel. Great comment, thank you for sharing that Andy.
Best regards,
TGV
Great chemistry guys, love watching these dual videos. ⌚
Great chat between you two again. I definitely have an affinity to Japanese brands, indeed I'm currently wearing a white dial 1977 vintage Seiko 6308. Loving the Kanagawa wave pillow 🌊, definitely going on my early Christmas list! As always a pleasure watching you both 🍻
Thank you Chris and the 6308 looks so cool, I googled it and it looks like a King Seiko. Such a great era for Seiko.
Always great to hear from you too.
Best regards,
TGV
You gents are a great horology duo: very refined and encyclopaedic. I enjoy the civilised, human, intrepid and almost academic conversations. So refreshing in this day and age to listen to intelligent, genteel conversation.
This is one of my favorite aspects of this channel.
U guys together.. its MAGIC, amazing show like allways
It's a really great and interesting topic for a discussion which may lasts hours... Nice time watching this video. Thanks
Happy new year tgv and mark! Back with a bang 💥
You two are the best thing on UA-cam. Please make weekly vids together.
Thank you both for showing there are so many types of watch collectors and also point out the difference between replica and homage.Watch enthusiasts benefit from your information regarding different types of watches and if one were to have a a hobby in horology ,there are so many ways to get involved like what type of collector you like to become.
I just love your videos. This is what our nerdy hobby is all about - unfortunately quite often forgotten: respect for different opinions and takes on what watches are all about.
I love this video! I like the collector that isn't prejudice against certain brands and price ranges; the type of person that loves all watches not just the name on the dial. Cheers!
As a collector, I'm firmly in the "Only watches I actually like, have a reason to wear, and can buy for under ~$300" school. The last couple of weeks I've become fascinated by inexpensive watches that mimic famous high-end watches but don't break any laws. I own an hourglass, a sextant, and a sundial.
HMT watches made in India Fly under the Radar! I have 4 and love them!
Bro I'm like this dude over here. The "Only watches I actually like" type of collector.
@@bunaldiaries6418 right, but under $300?
@@StefanoMaggio I’m not that rich sir. I can only afford sub-$100 watches.
@@StefanoMaggio In most cases, well under. I have only a handful for which I paid over $200.
Just two gents talking watches for a while. Really nice on a cold and rainy Sunday afternoon. Just acquired the NTH Cuda vintage black with the true gilt dial, and I just can't stop looking at the dial and finishing of this piece. Totally takes away my appetite for a BB58, for now that is. Anyways, Thanks guys, nice one!.
inspired and great fun to watch and follow, thanks!
Loved this video. I really love the collaboration between you guys. Great chemistry. I must say you two are probably my most trusted people I can think of on the subject of watches and horological.TGV, I’ve been watching your channel since the beginning and I believe I bought my first automatic watch from Marc. As a collector, I’ve changed a bit over time. I was once a dive heavy collector, but it seems lately, I’ve been more drawn toward aviation watches. As far as brands, they run in different directions. They range from Breitling, Hanhart, Seiko, to Cincinnati Watches and NTH. I have a few dress watches, a birth year Omega ( 1954), yeah I’m firmly in Geezer territory, and a vintage Datejust. Great video, looking forward to the next one. Hope all had a great New year.
The boys are back in town! 🌟
Great episode 👍
I wish you both a healthy and joyful new year 🙏
It’s actually hard for me to define what kind of collector I am. 🤔
I guess I’ve started with the idea of one watch of each type (diver, dress, pilot, manual, pocket, chronograph,...),
But the more I learn the more my taste and so my collection are evolving.
I’d say that I’m more a vintage collector now (mostly Omega and Seiko), but still not only. I’ve almost reach ’one of each type’ with about 15-20 watches.
Today, my next step is to find ’the perfect’ dress watch to me.
I’ve narrowed it down to Tudor, JLC and Grand Seiko, maybe vintage, but still working on it. 😎
Don’t want to rush it. Don’t want the hunt to end already. 😏
TGV, always love when HUGO is on the channel.
👍 Another terrific video from my two favorite watch guys. Even ancient man knew that time was something so precious that we had to measure it's passage! I like that TGV is a Renaissance man...he appreciates the past but can be delighted by new technology. What a great balance!
Hi TGV
You seem to be focused on the functionality of watches, with a slight weight on military stuff (-as you say) and history.
We’re quite alike on that point.
Elegance plays a role for me. Omega started it all for me and I still love the brand, especially the older stuff. But after about 15 years of collecting I couldn’t say I’m a one brand collector. What do we have here.....11 different brands!
It’s hard to define what drives you sometimes. Marc has a point there, “you like what you like”😊
Nice vid mate, keep up the good work👍
Good evening TGV, great to have you two back on the show. It is very intersting to learn about different strategies and approaches when it comes to watch collecting. My collection tends towards tool watches - divers, aviation watch, digital watches (G-Shocks). Have a great evening! Best regards!
Thank you Heiko, I like the pragmatic theme of your collection, sounds very much to my taste too 😉
Great to have you back too my friend,
Best regards,
TGV
Great chat gents! I'm a Seiko dive mod, vintage Omega and Rolex guy, so basically James Bond inspired... PS. Mythos is such a fantastic book, I adore Stephen Fry, and would love to see some more of your book reviews, I miss that side of the channel! Keep it up, onwards and upwards!
I truly enjoy hanging out with the two of you.
Interesting and great video as always and many thanks to both of you. I have just five watches and is more than enough for me. I have a diver ( Tudor BB Black, 41mm, because I have a big wrist), I have a chronometer ( Omega Speedmaster), I have a dress watch ( Longines Conquest Heritage), a GMT watch ( Tudor BB GMT, I love it) and a Suunto for running and I said before ,is more than enough for me. Everyone is different. Thanks for the video and for sharing.
Yesss been checking back on the channel for this months time of the month
Love your channel. and Im a long Island guy so i appreciate Marks knowledge as well. Great vid.
Im a recent ( within the last year) addict to watches and horology... And my style def leans to dress, vintage.
I am a dial guy. But simple. no numbers usually , indicies, and always elegant with just a touch of something eye catching. Color, texture, etc. Seikos, as you said, are great for that
My grail watch is that 57 Omega Constellation Pie Pan with arrow indices for example.
It is funny how you start to see you style emerge as you buy pieces. Great stuff
Oh nice Hugo ist Back!!! Have missed you 🤗
Half of my ten watch collection are in the price range 1K and below. Three of them were gifts from my wife (including one Islander from Marc). The other half of my collection MSRP in the 5-10K range. I personally find that the 5-10K range has the highest percentage of watches that really appeal to me. There are maybe 10, 15 watches over 10K that I really love (and probably half are A. Lange & Sohne).
Fantastic collaboration as always from the top two watch channels
I love the thought of having a collection of modern pieces that could have comprised a great collection in the 1950s-60s as well. Watches that have stayed around forever and will continue...
pureclass show TGV & Marc & Hugo👍
Last year I sold off my collection of more than 10 watches, mostly Seikos. I am primarily attracted to dive watches and I do love Seiko. My plan is to have a collection from different watch brands. Currently I am trying my hardest to stick to having a 5 watch collection.
Happy New Year to you both.
Enjoyed the chat. Waiting for more.
Dive watches represent most of my collection. My current favorite is the Long Island Spinnaker designed by Marc. I’m looking to add a Squale this year.
Love your videos, and this conversation around what collections say about owners is very interesting because... it never ceases to both confirm and surprise. it's the intersection of our personal expression and preferences, aspirations and pretensions, what we would to like to project of the image that we have built (and continually build) of ourselves into the public world. It's definitely more telling than clothes or shoes or grooming. Cause I always see such a contrast: scrappy guys in shorts and sandals wearing Rolexes and Omegas... or wearing formal suits but rocking a cheap Casio digital. The watches we wear definitely say a lot about us.
As for me, I am definitely a vintage guy. And more specifically vintage digital Casio. It's the retro look, nostalgia and history of the watch that appeals to me.
I'm only 2 years into this hobby, so I'm the kind of collector who is having loads of fun experimenting with what my tastes actually are. I feel that once that excitement of discovery is gone, it's sort of game over as a hobby.
You are learning something about yourself, that's money well-spent.
The pause then the last “~ha~” from Hugo lol
#PureClass LOL that was fantastic, I love how Hugo flexes his little claws.
Very good show! It made me realize that i am a diver guy that's all over the place...got over 300 watches, never flipped a watch. And i do have this not over 1000 dollar only overstept once or twice and then not by much.
Great video! Always enjoy your conversations with Mark. I’d say I’m the value for money collector with a special love of divers, I enjoy my higher end Ralf-Tech lefty just as much as my Steeldive homage, I just love a watch strapped to my wrist I guess. Keep the great videos coming. 👍👊
Thank you very much, TGV and Marc. It is a pleasure to listen to you. For me, you are both good examples of a collector. Appreciating high end but still having fun with the most affordable ones and open to everything. Conscious people. I try not to buy more watches than there is space in my box. I have one for twelve watches. Ranging from a Casio CA-53W to a Tudor BB 36 and a Grand Seiko SBGX259. I like smaller watches and simple ones. Hand wound watches are fun, too. Is someone who only buys Rolex or other well known pure status watches really a watch guy? I don't know. I wish both of you a healthy and successful year 2022. Cheers.
Great Video guys… I love my Sinn & Squale & Bell&Ross collection.
If I had to describe myself I would have to call myself a hoarder. I do too many impulse buys and at times will get totally obsessed with getting a particular watch without actually being in "love". Thankfully, I have found a way to cut my watch buying drastically, and that's to just keep everything I have bought and when I see a new watch to crave I find one that is similar in my box. I fall in love all over again with the old watch and see no need to pursuit my latest craze. This way I keep not only my inner Thaddeus Toad at bay, but also rescue my wallet.
Amazing video as always! Thank you for all your hard work!
Great quote said here 19:23 "people buy watches to please themselves, not their friends."
I enjoy these discussion videos especially this one. The psychology of watch collecting is fascinating!
My interest in watches developed from diving, hence my collection is comprised entirely of classic divers. I wear a suit to work, so desk divers give me most versatility. I can wear my Doxa on the weekends!
I didn’t start out with ‘rules’, but certain parameters have developed over time to offer a focus, preserve my sanity and prevent bankruptcy! E.g. I have a 15-slot box which defines the limit of my collection. I try to stick to one of each brand. I’ve never been tempted by a micro-brand, probably because I prefer brands and models with heritage, even if I am more likely to buy the modern re-issue, rather than vintage.
It is interesting to read in the comments about boundaries other collectors have employed to help manage their collections. I’m sure I’ll learn a thing or two.
Best wishes, CWT 🏴
I like the relaxed ambiance that radiates from your interaction with Mark. Great content as ever TGV, please keep the output up and provide a regular fix for us watchholics. Like Mark I’m a dive watch fan (which is funny given I’m a fresh water guy and I hate the sea!) and I love the colour blue. I have had 100 plus watches over the last 25years, mainly Rolex. Current collection - Rolex Daytona, Rolex GMT Night & Day, Rolex No Date Ceramic Sub, Rolex Datejust (blue dial), Panerai 8 day, Omega Spectre and a Seiko Prospex SRPC23K1. Future watches: Omega 300 Heritage Titanium (rebuy), Rolex Datejust 36mm white dial and due to your output a Squale!
Good video. Interesting to find out what Marc
likes collecting.
I truly enjoy your episodes involving Mark as your guest. You two really have a great camera presence and energy which I love!
I have always loved watches for the past 20-25 years but never pursued the collecting of them until only 15 yrs ago. However most of those watches were impulsive without deep meaning and trivial. Of the 20-30 watch in those years, only 2 are very important and meaningful. My Breil Milan Mediterraneo Carbon which was a 15th Anniversary gift and my Citizen Promaster for when I dive.
In saying this, I think I only started seriously re-collecting watches in the past two years. My first “serious” watch was a Hamilton American RR Skeleton on a bracelet while vacationing in February just before Covid hit. Since then; I have acquired 3 more Hammies in the last year. I feel that my collection tastes are more along the line of an “Occasion” collector. I collect watches I love the look of for the occasion I will be wearing it for. Oh, I should also mention that my Apple Watch is now my “beater” which I wear when I’m working as a remodelling contractor 😁. Keep ticking TGV!
G Shocks make up the bulk of my collection because I'm current law enforcement... but I have divers... and field watches... and fancy fancy watches haha... pretty much my collection revolves around my work and then my casual, with some nostalgic Casios and timexes thrown in there. I absolutely adore your channel sir! Please keep doing what you're doing.