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James
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Q: How did you get into watch collecting?

Classic cars and the military

Q: What was the first watch you ever owned?

Bulova Chronograph

Q: Do you have a watch with a particularly interesting story behind it?

I have a couple of vintage watches that belonged to my Father. My two favorite are his mechanical timex from the 70s and Swiss Kelbert diver. I had the Kelbert serviced and replaced the glass.

Q: What is one piece of advice you have for someone just getting into watches?

Buy what you want. You don't need a Ferrari to be a car guy. You don't need an AP to be a watch guy.

Q: What brands have been getting your attention lately?

Nivada Grenchen, Tag Heuer, Airain, Seiko, Timex, vintage skin divers and vintage chronographs.

Q: What is your grail watch and why?

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, Breitling AVI 765, Girard Perregaex Laureato 38