How many watches do you purchase annually?

It varies, nothing for a couple of years then boom lots of cheap and not so cheap ones this year. I’m reluctant to vote or disclose the number. 😂

I strive for A, but sometimes I'm in the B or C range.

Ok I’m not telling you guys…lol…

I strive for one per year now, so far I've bought two, and had two gifted to me, so we'll see how that goes...

Yeah, my year is Ichi's month or sometimes even his week. LOL

I'm striving to get into A-B range, but this year, I'm closing in on D territory. 

Having a theme & direction for my pieces has really fueled the acquisitions. 

If you ask my wife, it's not that many.

Me: Damn, where can I hide this new watch box...?

I need help. It’s been ridiculous lately😂

I've settled in on a rhythm of buying one each year since 2015. 

I've kept to that, except I didn't buy a watch in 2017, which was an absolutely crazy year for me, with my attention elsewhere.

2015: Hamilton Navy Pioneer

2016: Omega Aqua Terra

2017:

2018: Rolex BLNR 

2019: Oris Divers 65

2020: Omega Railmaster

2021: Grand Seiko "Spring"

2022: Tudor Ranger 

I started roughly 2 years ago and went from 0 to about 70 at the moment.  90% of them are Timex watches.  Not sure how easy they will be to sell one day, but who knows, I can cash in and get a Tudor?  lol.  A very fun and weird predicament I've found myself in, but being an eccentric my entire life, I wouldn't have it any other way.

I’ll be completing my first year of the watch hobby very soon. So far I’m in about J or K in the survey. But this first year was full of experimentation and getting the basics covered. Next year will be much more selective. 

We ❤️ You big weirdo!! 😘

I won't stop until I have acquired an example of every watch made before 1975. (Feels that way, anyway.)

Same boat here. 

I’ve bought a lot this year but I just decided to really get into the hobby for the first time this year as well. I think microbrands are the perfect spot for me where I’m not spending $10k a piece but they are still high quality pieces. It allows me to have say 10 Zelos instead of one Omega. To each their own. 

Truthfully, I'm running at 3-5 a year, of which I keep one for more than a couple of months.  I am trying to get that down to 1-2 a year that permanently get added.

I got the spring bar tool too! (and two shirts, and yes, a watch!)

This is my goal. One thoughtful (in-person) purchase per year or every other year.

3-6 a year.  Almost one a quarter from my AD (sometimes one of them is for the wife) and then 2 (give or take) micros/independents based on opportunity.

I don't know yet

How many? Depends on how poor I am at a particular time. 

I basically buy as many as I sell, so I might have bought 11 watches last year, but I probably sold just as many.

The in person thing is key. Does that limit you to major brands? What if a microbrand catches your fancy?

That's a great question. After the past couple of years, I actually prefer microbrands over major brands due to the enthusiasm, uniqueness, and value.

In an ideal monetary state with no children, I would attend WindUp Watch Fair annually and buy a watch at the show. Provides a perfect excuse to travel and commemorate a watch purchase.

I purchased a BB58 at the AD in March 2022 and am 99% satisfied with my collection and can be more intentional about future buying. Hell, I'd better be after dropping over $3000 on a watch 😂 .

Fellow Floridian! I am in the panhandle but need to make it to central and south Florida when the kids are older.

Don't go to Windup! I just went last weekend and didn't think I would buy a watch. Not only did I buy one, I was tempted by many. I would call my credit card company before I go and make sure they cap you at a certain dollar limit. Otherwise there might be significant regret!

If you are ever in the area, DM me.

I got my eye on a Omega Aqua Terra right now. But this addiction needs to stop 😆

I have an AT. It’s a great watch. The favorite in my collection. Sorry to add fuel to your fire!

Did you get that fancy spring loaded one from Hassler?

Yep. 

I misclicked A, but meant B. I usually purchase a few per year. I’ve slowed down lately though.