How many watches of the same brand would you own?
To put into context, I have a set of 12 watches and do intend to keep it that way. - though I'll likely fail as my resolve is tested every single time..
Having said that, I have 2 Seikos, a DressKX and a an SPB117 Alpinist.
Been really tempted to add a SSC813 of late but I can't bring myself to let my other watches go. More importantly I keep telling myself I shouldn't own too many Seikos on a 12 watch collection. Anyone feel the same way?
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I have five CWs, I didn't plant o be a CW collector, but CW keeps releasing watches I like...
My approach is all about owning watches I love, regardless of brand. I'd never buy something I don't like as much, just because I already own "too many" of a particular brand.
Have every single iteration of non-Ti Helm, cause I like their designs.
And a few Seiko's of various flavor.
There are just so many watches from so many brands that keeping a guideline of "no more than x number of <brand>" can be both folly & smart.
Folly: if a brand's offerings are really speaking to you, the guideline artificially cuts you off from what you like. Additionally, no one can own all the watches. Why try?
Smart: If you adhere to the guideline because a brand isn't wowing you, you keep yourself open to newer brands & designs and you could find that watch that no one else you know has heard about and have a real unique item.
This is a no judgement zone so you buy what you like, no matter the brand. I have 50% of my collection in Seikos as it’s just the right value point for me right now. I’d love to add an Alpinist, Speedtimer, DressKX, or one of the many Sharp Edge or Cocktail Time watches which I guess would complete an entire box of Seikos 😜
Seiko or Casio for sure
I’ve currently got 2 Seikos and 2 from Borealis in a 20 watch collection. Like other people on here have said I wouldn’t worry too much about buying from the same brand, and Seiko are so large that you could have a whole collection of just them and it could be a very varied collection. Maybe just keep an eye on others so you don’t miss anything but just buy what you like.
Well, I have six Casios including two Duros. But they’re different colors. And cheap.
I have two Paganis. Which are homages of two Omegas.
So I have two Fauxmegas.
I have two Hamiltons and I’d gladly have more.
So, um, what was the question again?
I'm probably not the best person to ask. I've got over a dozen Felcas and over fifty Seikos but that's just me. At least I sold off my doubles. Buy what you love, stay within your means. Your Wrist, Your Rules!
I don’t think it’s about how many you have of one particular brand. It’s about which watches appeal to you and how much you like them.
I currently have 4 Longines in a 14 watch collection but if the new Flyback wasn’t so thick (17mm) I would definitely say I’d have another one.
Some brands really hit the mark with you whilst some don’t.
I have four Grand Seiko, four Hamilton and three Farer. Although I think I will be getting rid of one of each soon.
I have five CWs, I didn't plant o be a CW collector, but CW keeps releasing watches I like...
My approach is all about owning watches I love, regardless of brand. I'd never buy something I don't like as much, just because I already own "too many" of a particular brand.
Tell me about it man.. CW is absolutely killing it right now. Do you pull the trigger when it's love at first sight or do you give yourself a moment to internalise what you like about the watch?
There are just so many watches from so many brands that keeping a guideline of "no more than x number of <brand>" can be both folly & smart.
Folly: if a brand's offerings are really speaking to you, the guideline artificially cuts you off from what you like. Additionally, no one can own all the watches. Why try?
Smart: If you adhere to the guideline because a brand isn't wowing you, you keep yourself open to newer brands & designs and you could find that watch that no one else you know has heard about and have a real unique item.
That's a unique take. I'm hoping more of the latter that I'll end up with. How about you? How do you decide what deserves a spot in your collection?
I’ve currently got 2 Seikos and 2 from Borealis in a 20 watch collection. Like other people on here have said I wouldn’t worry too much about buying from the same brand, and Seiko are so large that you could have a whole collection of just them and it could be a very varied collection. Maybe just keep an eye on others so you don’t miss anything but just buy what you like.
I guess to a certain extent keeping to the boundaries are allows me to also save up for a bigger grail purchase 🤔.
I would love to buy what I like but my wallet can't keep up 😭
Well, I have six Casios including two Duros. But they’re different colors. And cheap.
I have two Paganis. Which are homages of two Omegas.
So I have two Fauxmegas.
I have two Hamiltons and I’d gladly have more.
So, um, what was the question again?
C'est la vie
I don’t think it’s about how many you have of one particular brand. It’s about which watches appeal to you and how much you like them.
I currently have 4 Longines in a 14 watch collection but if the new Flyback wasn’t so thick (17mm) I would definitely say I’d have another one.
Some brands really hit the mark with you whilst some don’t.
Hmm good point. How long did it take you to amass such a collection? Also do you actively hunt for an addition?