Nice.. where did you get the bund strap from?

Wow.. that baby g is awesome..

So, whats your next? :D

Thanks bro for your response. I understand where you are coming from. Let me clarify further what I meant by discussing a bit of what greatness is.. To me, one way greatness is define is a) by overcoming great obstacles in the face of limitations. Another way is b) the accumulation of qualities or virtues that elevates it above others. Basically, greatness is when the watch with a) and b) is etched in the minds and hearts of people such that it defines its particular genre and inspires 'imitation' or becomes a source of emulation. Of course, the rolex submariner immediately comes to mind when we mentioned 'great watches'. However, I brought the example of the skx013 because in its affordability, despite its smallness contrary to modern tastes, despite its movement that is outdated, it still inspires and catch the attention of many enthusiasts because of its inherent quality as a diver's watch making it also a great watch not just a good quality watch.

I agree with you that the rarity does not really affect the greatness of the watch, but it merely magnifies the significance of the watch in our eyes as collectors so that we start to see the watch in a clearer light and starts to value its greatness.

For me, now, it must be meaningful(to me) to be considered great. For example, like the skx013. First of all, it is quite uncommon. It is discontinued, it has a unique seiko design with a japanese wabi sabi vibe(exotic). Also, it is small size which is uncommon for modern taste. It has an in house movement at an affordable price which is also uncommon. Secondly, the watch must be of good quality for purpose. The skx013 is an iso certified diver. It is a tool watch that does its job well. The 7s26 movement although outdated also is known as a workhorse movement that can last long without needing a service. Lastly, the aesthetics must be iconic, classic and desirable. Proof of its desirability/greatness is that it is homaged/inspired and copied by other brands despite its affordability.

For me, I hate that I spend months mulling over a particular watch and when I had the money to pull the trigger, I get distracted and bought the wrong watch, then only to regret and mull over that watch again while trying to sell the mistake..

The explorer or oyster perpetual are entry level watches for rolex but of course, they are not affordable or cheap.. the sinn 556 is an entry level for sinn but again it is not affordable or cheap but much more affordable than the explorer. The snk809 or skx is an entry level into seiko but again it is not as affordable as a f91w. The f91w is an entry level for casio but its not as affordable as a skmei 😅 Its all just a miscommunication issue. When we communicate better, we make a better and more peaceful world ✌🏽