Depends. I've known guys with £30k who spent £25k on a Patek. Also known guys with £5M who only rock Seiko's. But the reverse is also true.
Basically don't judge a book by its cover. every circumstance is different.
I used to be the same way, but now I'm more anxious when I have a watch on then when I don't. I live in a major city in England and watch crime is rife these days. Better safe then sorry in these times unfortunately.
I certainly believe that watches can be a form of therapy. It's hard to explain to those who aren't in our hobby, but it's one filled with genuine emotion and passion for the subject.
For me, watches are a pretty emotional topic.
I used to live in a 1 bedroom flat with my mother. We both shared a passion for watches and there were many we dreamed of owning.
Sadly, before I achieved success, my mother passed away. Every time I get to pull the trigger now on a watch we used to dream about, it's not just a personal milestone but I get the feeling I'm doing it in her memory.
It sounds silly and maybe materialistic to some but, I think there's a great deal of emotion and sentimentality in watches and it's one of the best parts of the hobby.
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