MangoSix

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6.25” / 15.88 cm Wrist
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Q: How did you get into watch collecting?

Wife, then girlfriend, said my watch was ugly (Citizen Eco-Drive BM6995-51E, high school graduation gift). Researched and bought a Seiko 5 SNKL45J1 as my first mechanical watch, then became psycho for Seiko and watches in films.

Q: What was the first watch you ever owned?

Timex Camper T185819J

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

Jumped out of a plane wearing my Seiko Flightmaster SNA411P1.

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

Watches you want to buy or keep should spark joy when you wear it on your wrist.

Q: What brands have been getting your attention lately?

Omega, Hamilton, Seiko

Q: What is your grail watch and why?

Rolex Explorer 1016 - Jennifer Connelly - Top Gun: Maverick (2022)