I don’t want to sell, but I think I will in the end. Or will I?
Burning dilemma growing on me. I’ll make it short.
A few years ago a family watch was passed down to me. I totally respected the piece, and proudly wore it more often than not during this period, until I realized I have my own taste in watches.
It was very, very good, until I saw something better. I mean, something more appropriate.
I am now torn on my next move. Thinking about selling it and direct the funds towards something I like best, but hating to part ways with it, or wait for it to grow again on me.
Have you ever been there?
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Chiara
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Speaking from experience, if it’s been passed down, keep it. You’ll regret it later. I’ve sold watches and other things I’ve received as gifts for things I like better, but not things I’ve inherited. This has become even more important to me as I’ve aged. I’m only 36, but I’m already planning on some things I’d like to leave behind for my children that aren’t really expensive, but are meaningful.
Never sell an heirloom. It’s not about money.
I see where you’re going. I get it. Sure. But fact: none of my family seems to really dig watches. It was just something you had to have back then. And “passing down” this time almost felt like getting rid of 😅something no longer useful or appreciated. I am the one who appreciates that piece and I am thinking of selling. Imagine the attitude of the giver!… I have other family watches that speak to me more than this particular one. Yet can’t really cope with not having it in my box.
If it’s something you legitimately have no connection to or have negative connotations towards, I’d say sure, sell it and replace with something you like and may become an heirloom piece itself one day.
I would move on from the watch if there is no sentimental value there. I would place the funds toward the watch you want and think that the person who passed it down, helped you get the watch you want
Do not sell the watch. Save up money and buy the next thing you want a little later, maybe it will take more time
That's ok.
Never sell an heirloom. It can sit in a watch box and you can wear it when the mood strikes you. Never sell something passed down to you. Never
Never sell it! You'll regret it. I'm 62 and I have watches my parents gave me in high school, graduating from college, gifts from them. Their long and gone. I have their watches and grandparents watches. Their in another room in boxes and cared for.
However I know what you are saying about you and what you like. I get it. Buy what you like now and enjoy them.
Remember when you get older memories matter. Especially when their gone.
Enjoy your watches!
Cheers
I have been there. I sold the watch. I regret it. Even if you don’t wear it. Keep it. My advice, especially if it has a deep connection to you
Unless you need the money, why sell?
Keep it, period. If you don't like it put it in a box and cherish for what it is. Maybe your taste will change and you will wear it again.
Keep it save up and get what you want later, if you regret you can never buy it again
Apparently it’s the wise thing to do for the moment. It’s def staying! 🙌🏻
Value <> Cost