The Perfect Watch, is it Real or a Myth?
Here is a philosophical question for my watch buddies: is there such a thing as the Perfect Watch? If so, what is it?
To me, the Perfect Watch exists in my mind, I constantly search for it, yet it always seems to evade me. Just when I think I have found it and have captured it when I purchase it, I realize that what I thought was perfect really isn't. Somehow this watch that I have been reading about, obsessing, lusting after, the watch that I am positive is the right one, the one I must have, is not so perfect after all. Don't get me wrong, I have had watches which I connected with, that I really do adore, but in all honesty none of them have been perfect. That date window that I so detest, that helium escape valve - it would have been perfect had they just not put that on there. For whatever reason when I get it, handle it, reality sets in and I realize this watch, which I thought was perfect is in fact imperfect. To me the Perfect Watch is a Myth, but it is a myth that I truly believe in and shall always be in search of even though it will likely evade me as it has done so far. One day I shall find the Perfect Watch -- at least I hope to.
Curious to hear your thoughts about this topic.
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There will never be a perfect watch, there is always something that can be improved, or changed to suit your changing tastes.
The longer we obsess over an watch, the more we build up expectations in our mind about how it will make us feel, and how perfect the watch will be. Eventually we build expectations that no watch can live up to, so when we finally get the watch, it disappoints. After a while we can being to resent the watch, because it reminds us of the expectations that weren't met.
I learned this the hard way myself, just replace watch with car.
The WRX I bought was great, but it wasn't what I had dreamed about, and eventually I got sick of being reminded how much the car had failed to live up to my unrealistic expectations. The funny this is, one of the expectations was that ladies would be impressed with my sweet ride... turns out the only people impressed by it were dudes. 🤣
I'm sure there is a possibility of a perfect watch, but it would vary for each person, and few actually exist. Given we are collectors, we'd still get bored of it and buy a bunch of imperfect ones, and maybe even flip the damn thing. :P
I don’t believe there is such a thing. That said, like agent Mulder, I want to believe, and the hunt for the unicorn is the best part of collecting anything.
Nope.No watch can be perfect.Theres always something to improve and our taste and fashion will always change.
You put Indy in a post and I am obligated to chime in 😂
A perfect watch is a personal and forever-evolving object of desire. The perfect or idealized watch for me today will be different from the me 10 years ago and different from the man I am 10 years from now.
With that said, I think this a pretty fun exercise to explore. For me the Black Bay 58 is the closest to a perfect watch for me now… which I know may or may not be a super popular answer. I know the bloom may already be off the rose (no pun intended 😂) for many but it hits all the marks that matter to me currently.
Probably a bunch of watches that might fit the bill here but the 58 knocked this out for me personally. And while I’ve found my near perfect watch, that hasn’t stopped me for buying a bunch of other that play well outside the lines I’ve drawn here. And if folks have other suggestions for watches, I am all ears! 🙂
It wouldn’t be much fun if we all got our perfect watch. Game over man.
The Black Bay 58 is pretty close for me too. But I actually do wish it had a date (maybe a nice subtle one at 6:00). It seems the myth of the perfect watch (or anything else) has more to do with human nature than the item itself. We get accustomed to things and crave something new, different, and exciting. Even if what we already have is phenomenally good. So, the perpetual hunt for the perfect watch continues, as it should.
As @bevelwerks mentioned, tastes change over time so even if I could find the "perfect" watch for me today, it probably wouldn't remain my "perfect" watch for long.
It also depends on how the watch is being used. The perfect watch for diving probably isn't going to be the best watch for a formal event.
Just like there's no perfect person in this world, so too with watches. But if you have one in mind -- specs, dial, case, etc. -- then have one custom made by a moder, or by a chosen watch maker. 😉
Your perfect watch is the one you wear the most and makes you happiest. Unfortunately, many of us have to go through many watches before we find that perfect watch; the struggle is real.
I don't think there is such a thing, at least not for me. While I have worn the same watch for a long time, it was more of a question of convenience. There is not a single watch for all occasions, and not a single design that eclipses all other.
There is definitely no perfect watch. The only way there ever could be is if time stood still. The marching on of trends, technology, and materials makes it impossible for a perfect watch to exist. There may be something that is perfect today but tomorrow you may feel different about it.
I don’t mean to wax too poetic but when I look at watches I need to find a certain aspect I enjoy about them. None are perfect, never will be, and that’s ok.
I know there is no objective perfect watch.
But to me, there is. It's called the Omega Speedmaster Professional.
Since some things that make a watch nice are paradoxals (a watch can't possibly have both), it follows that the perfect watch can't exist. A watch can't be perfectly, for exemple, a watch you like even though it's cheap but has some meaning because it's your first watch or whatever and at the same time beign a grail that represent your dedication / journey in the hobby and the evolution of your taste. That is just one example, but yea: there are some things that are lovable about watches that a single watch can't have both because they are contradictory.
love the picture!
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The watch that comes closest to perfection, for me, is the G-Shock Tough Solar Black GW-M5610U-1ER. It comes in at the £100 mark.
It has an interesting heritage and it has a rugged form. It stirs memories for a lot of people. It is always on time and always working. It is easy to wear and is virtually indestructible.
I am not being sarcastic or ironic, by the way. This is a great watch. Not all good things need to cost a fortune.
Casio GW-5000U-1JF. As close to perfect as any watch I've seen.