Watch Collecting Philosophy and Journey

My Philosophy

I have always advocate that your watch collecting journey/philosophy should be based on what you want and not what others think you should. Ultimately, you are the one that enjoys what is on your wrist.

You should really buy what you want (within your financial means) and not just collect icons/popular watches because they are popular/well received by fellow watch enthusiasts. Watch collection is personal, curate what I envision to my liking and philosophy. Experiencing different brands that I like, and different complications thats I love and would seat nicely in my collection.

I pace and space myself in terms of new additons to the collection (so that i can enjoy each new additon); are they different enough and would have wrist time if I were to add one in the collection.

If it is a milestone piece, I will have to ensure that I really like it enough as it will most likely to be in the collection for a lifetime.

The maximum number of watches I want in my collection. This in a way to avoid any impulse purchase.

If there is a phrase in watch collecting, mine will be "its a marathon and not a race".

My Watch Collecting Journey

My first watch Baby G was given by my Dad at age 14, it was quite the trendy watch back then in school.

I did add a few quartz timepiece (mainly dress watches - fashion brands) from 17 till 25. My purchases are solely based on aesthetic. As I didn't want to spend more than a grand on a watch.

There was a period where I only worn my Burberry Chronograph for an extended period of 8 years even I have others in my collection.

Fast forward to 2018, my customary wedding will be held a year later. I thought that it will be great if I can add a watch that could last a lifetime and a possible heirloom that will be pass down to the next generation.

I have always liked watches but did not truly connect; only in 2018 where I started watching YouTube videos, reading watch blogs/reviews and articles on movements (All watch related).

I started trying watches from ADs to search for the perfect wedding watch. Narrowing down to my preference and budget that will suits my needs. Understanding different brands, type of movement and the hertiage and history behind them.

There is a post on my first mechanical watch; which starts my horology journey in a more serious manner. If you are interested, you can go and check out the post.

I thought that I will be done after getting my "Perfect Wedding Watch". I was WRONG! It had gotten me deeper into the rabbit hole.

As I do not like the hassle of selling a watch, I will carefully consider and picture what other additions I want in the collection. I like diversity and want my collection to be a tad more interesting. Carefully curated what speaks to me.

I am more inclined towards dress watches as they are more elegant and interesting. Longer hertiage, designs and complications.

My Watch Collecting Journey

1. JLC Reverso Tribute Moon (2019)

2. Seiko Presage Irish Coffee (2019)

3. *Rolex Airking (2020)

4. *Omega Constellation (2020)

5. *Rolex Datejust (2020)

6. Caiso G-Shock (Casio Oak) (2020)

7. Seiko Presage Blue Moon (2020)

8. Longines Heritage Tuxedo Chronograph (2021)

9. Oris Aquis Upcycle (2022)

10. Hermès SESAME Skeleton TGM SM1.710 (2022)

11. Gérald Genta Bi Retrograde Jumping Hour (2022)

*Both Rolexes and Omega was pass down to me from my dad.

Watches that I have purchased prior are not featured here.

Moving forward: Would like to add a RG dress watch, worldtimer and a regulator watch. I would often dream of collecting different variations of Reversos one day.

Would love to hear what's your watch collecting journey/philosophy in general.

Cheers

Vincent

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