I'm scared...

I have mentioned that this might be an Exit Watch for me. But I'm starting believe it now ๐Ÿ˜ฌ.

What would that mean? No more to contribute to the Crunch or Insta? Will I lose all interest in the discussion in here. Have to find new podcasts? Seems scary... Watches is my safe space even though they become a stressful element at times.

Can I stay a watch enthusiast even if I escape the madness?

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Congratulations! This is a great pick for an exit watch!

You could still contribute! Like the thirty-six views of Mount Fuji you could write about the thirty-six aspects you love about your BB 36 ๐Ÿ˜‰

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Find a watch that you dislike and subtly troll in posts about it. Nothing overt, don't violate a rule. Just throw a little cold water here and there.

(This is terrible advice, but I just spent the weekend arguing about a brand that I am indifferent to.)

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Itโ€™s always good to move on and find contentment or happiness for someโ€ฆwe have to keep rolling, like the saying goes โ€œ a rolling rock never gets mossโ€ or something of that nature ๐Ÿ˜โ€ฆย 

we can always talk shit about your Tudor to bring you back in for arguments sakes ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿคญ

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i was just wondering too, if i finish with my collection or doesnt plan to buy a new watch for a long time (like now), or finish borrowing all of my friend's watch collection then how should i contribute to watchcrunch and ig? ๐Ÿ˜‚. i guess for now its just commenting and post my old photo collection๐Ÿ˜ข

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Aurelian

Find a watch that you dislike and subtly troll in posts about it. Nothing overt, don't violate a rule. Just throw a little cold water here and there.

(This is terrible advice, but I just spent the weekend arguing about a brand that I am indifferent to.)

This doesn't sound like you, are you ok?

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Ichibunz

Itโ€™s always good to move on and find contentment or happiness for someโ€ฆwe have to keep rolling, like the saying goes โ€œ a rolling rock never gets mossโ€ or something of that nature ๐Ÿ˜โ€ฆย 

we can always talk shit about your Tudor to bring you back in for arguments sakes ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿคญ

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You have an appreciation for watches that only collectors can catch as an addiction. You may be happy with every piece aka content BUT you can share on other piecesย 

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Donโ€™t worry. there will always be another entry watch waiting

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thekris
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Thank you!! ๐Ÿ˜‚

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thekris
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"Well you know a rolling stone don't gather no moss
And you cross your bridge when it's time to cross"

-Early In The Morning, Charles Hardin Holley (aka Buddy Holly)

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Buy a new strap and you are good to go.

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So not to be the pessimist....but I'll believe it when I see it.

If it is the exit watch for you, I am actually thrilled for you. ย This hobby can be unhealthy and I am glad you've found the cure. ย I'm sure you'll find plenty to opine on regardless. ย See @roberto whose rate of watch accumulation seems geological in timeframe (and man am I jealous).

But I have seen a number of "exit" watches here before. ย They don't really seem to stick. ย As @thewatchpanther put it, there's always an entry watch.

For most of us, inoculation just isn't in the cards. โ˜น๏ธ

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I mean, I don't know about you, but I will always enjoy "ooo"ing and "aaa"ing over other folks' new pick-ups.

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Why throw away the bits of straw and leaves in our lives that may be stuffed into our pillows to give us comfort as we sleep through our existence?

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Congratulations mate. Assuming you keep this up. I'm not sure I will ever get to this positionย 

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thekris
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Nor should it be thrown in glass houses whilst catching the worm, too many of which would spoil the broth (or along those lines)

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I already own a BB36. Here is mine

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Do not fear the exit watch!
It does NOT exist. Only an urban legend it is.
And it can not harm you ... only your wallet.ย 

The feeling will pass and you will be your old self again in no time.ย 

You must believe in yourself ... and us, the watch community.ย 

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watchalot

I already own a BB36. Here is mine

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Happy with it?

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7rslender

Do not fear the exit watch!
It does NOT exist. Only an urban legend it is.
And it can not harm you ... only your wallet.ย 

The feeling will pass and you will be your old self again in no time.ย 

You must believe in yourself ... and us, the watch community.ย 

๐Ÿ˜‚

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You still have experience and knowledge about watches to share with others. ย There is always another watch.

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mjosamannen

How long has it been? I probably won't be a 1-watch guy, but my three slots are more or less settled. My vintage spot, my daily, but I consider swapping my beater. But the daily is the cornerstone and the one that costs money and is important. I would love to settle the last spot aswell. Have been talking about a trade with a guy. My Red Metal G Shock vs the all black 300m Tuna Marine Master ๐Ÿค”

Itโ€™s been nearly a year for me, and the feelingโ€™s only getting stronger.

A black Tuna MM would be a sweet beaterโ€”that trade sounds good to me!

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mtntime

Itโ€™s been nearly a year for me, and the feelingโ€™s only getting stronger.

A black Tuna MM would be a sweet beaterโ€”that trade sounds good to me!

There are some moneycitas involved in a potential trade aswell. 1 for 1 would be a VERY good trade for me, but very unfair ๐Ÿ˜…

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I have been contemplating an exit watch. My latest Seamaster may be it for me. So much money and time invested in watches that are not safe to wear "anywhere".

No need to stop being an enthusiast though. Just stop the hunt. It's like getting married but still watching mud wrestling. Totally acceptable, from an enthusiasts point of view.ย 

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7rslender

Do not fear the exit watch!
It does NOT exist. Only an urban legend it is.
And it can not harm you ... only your wallet.ย 

The feeling will pass and you will be your old self again in no time.ย 

You must believe in yourself ... and us, the watch community.ย 

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Sound advice, I fear.ย 

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MilesPro

Sound advice, I fear.ย 

Sometimes I really hate when I am right ๐Ÿ˜‚

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gateway drug, exit watch, potayto, potahto

Watch collecting.....it is a disease, not a hobby. ย :D

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leatherngold

gateway drug, exit watch, potayto, potahto

Watch collecting.....it is a disease, not a hobby. ย :D

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leatherngold

gateway drug, exit watch, potayto, potahto

Watch collecting.....it is a disease, not a hobby. ย :D

Can only be treated by regular injections of watches.

Cannot be cured.

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How've you been adjusting to not having a date function? Has it been a non-issue since we've all got a phone in our pocket?