Should you buy a pocket watch?

Asmara82

I would say yes. If you ask that tells me that you were thinking about the pros and cons. I feel pocket watches add some style more than class .Appreciation for time gone .yes cellphone are quicker to check but what showed more style?

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PoorMansRolex
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I don't think it is any quicker to check the time on a cell phone and a pocket watch adds less distraction and more history, dignity, and style. They also force one to only deliberately check the time which is oddly freeing.

DavidGlenn
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Absolutely. If you look at the prices compared to similar complications in wristwatches, you can get some crazy things for a fraction of the price. I just saw a 1916 Patek Philippe minute repeater sold this week in Hong Kong for $21,000. I know that’s a lot, but you’re talking upper six figures for a minute repeater from Patek in a wristwatch.

Eliminator
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I think Waltham generally are very affordable, due to their survival rate. ( mass production in their day) Travellers are probably to be avoided, if they were used a lot and not serviced. 😨 I have a Riverside, I think it's a work of art, and for the price they are bargains, possibly as they're not popular / fashionable.