The bad side to collecting luxury wrist watches - DEPRESSION, DEBT AND MISERY

[@steve69chevy]

Watching this is my Nasty addiction

[@targaflorio3239]

Very brave and honest piece Paul. Probably one of the best you've ever done in your time here on KZbin. So much truth. Respektos. Nice one Archie. Great vid!

[@chrislowe5462]

Archie my rules are simple, if I cant afford to buy a watch cash , then I will wait until I can . its like any drug , hobby , obsession or whatever you want to call buying / collecting watches . moderation is the key.

[@fredriksvard2603]

Chris Lowe you should be able to buy it 5-10 times cash

[@cdm386]

it’s gotta HUUUUUUUURRRRTTTTTT

[@solidarnosc9663]

@@fredriksvard2603no.. it has to hurt.

[@DisabilityExams]

Archie - 99% of of your mental anguish is caused by the infrasound waves produced by your squeaky chair.

[@paulhanson6008]

funny

[@H2H3H5]

Hahaha, dying irl

[@k9policexj]

If you can't afford it, finance it!!!! And always pay full retail!!!!

[@rodmoxley8511]

Its gotta hurt.

[@gamerdude362]

That's suck a stupid idea don't go into debt for a fucking piece of jewelry.

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

I pay over sticker on principle. It's going to hurt even if I can afford it!

[@paulmaartin]

If you can't buy it twice you can't afford it

[@gregorymalchuk272]

I believe Archie has stated that he has never once paid full retail, which is smart. I don't know why he thinks it's a good idea to get them on credit; maybe it's a holdover from his younger days of watch-flipping.

[@JohnDoe-ll4sy]

I think God is speaking to me through Archie.

[@shafserious2805]

Matthew Knafel Blasphemy!!!!!!!❌❌❌

[@MikeAnderson-mh2og]

Shaf Serious Ur taking religion too seriously

[@shafserious2805]

Mike Anderson 2002 best not to make any religious jokes or statements. Seems like everything is a joke these days....blasphemy will be blasphemy.

[@Gampers]

Don't borrow from Peter to pay Patek! Nice one Arch!!!

[@kbeightyseven1783]

I think people forget Archie luxury is a character, in the real world buy what you can afford and enjoy it, Here's a few rules you should stick by don't buy a homage (most of us have been there and done that and it doesn't fill the void you will still want the real thing and at the end of the day it's pretending to be something it's not), there's no such thing as luxury tiers, it's a marketing scam, there is no such thing as entry level luxury, Stay with watch making brands, don't buy fashion brands, they dont make watches they are Chinese crap Don't buy what you can't afford/ but don't settle for what you don't want, if you want a Rolex or an omega, save up Lastly, very few people actually care about what watch your wearing.

[@surfside75]

Damn bro.. where was this when I needed it? Your advice is golden. At one point I realized because of reasons listed above had to put my whole 10 or so piece watch collection on work duty and giveaways😐 -I spent $400-500😱 before slowly but surely found I was collecting the wrong watches but, did learn a ton. The thing I'd add important thing I'd add to the list is SIZE find yr size and stay within it you'll be happier with yr purchase longer. -🍻🌿💙🇱🇷

[@anthonydaquino6934]

Just outstanding!!!! It's videos like this that prove you are rightly referred to as "The Pontiff". Should be required viewing for all watch enthusiasts.

[@dblh84]

This video is chock-full of some pretty obvious information.

[@wincrasher2007]

Clips were used in the educational documentary film "This is Mental Illness". I'm waiting for the sequel "Autopsy of a Suicide" coming this fall.

[@JayandSarah]

Other bad side -> Having the collection stolen without adequate insurance!

[@tomroutledge8900]

There are worst things to be addicted to. With watches, if you buy right you can get most or all of your $$ back out of them if you need to sell. So it's not as if the money's gone and you have nothing to show for it

[@theprovincial]

The problem seems to be pulling the trigger and selling from the collection

[@petermartin9494]

3k US gets you nowhere in this hobby. It has got to hurt!

[@solidarnosc9663]

No normies left in ukraine.

[@Lycosa]

YESSS!! I HAVENT EVEN GOT CURTAINS. BUT I'VE HAD A PATEK PHILIPPE WORLD TIMEEEH HAHAHAHAHAAHA :D. Wrist watch madness. Luxury goods. Depression. SO EXPENSIIIIVEEEEEE

[@polarroller4848]

It's got to hurt Lycosa....lol

[@nolimitanopp1186]

Lovin it i own a ap but the bank paid for it know i cant even let it serviced without getting raped but the girlys love it hahahahaha so good luxury watches i go to buy Rolex from my vacation money to look extra good for the summer one day the ap next day a subbi maybe hahahahaha love these watches the clothes you wear dont matter anymore or your personality i’m a dickhead but guess what AP check 👌🏻

[@blazinmark1]

Man On The Phukin Moon!!!!!

[@rctezluh42069]

PHRANC MOOOOOLERRRR

[@190roverk]

Rule # 1. Never buy new. 2nd hand is easily 30% MSRP if not 50% MSRP on almost every type of watch.

[@adenval7]

I'm cheap, sometimes I'll get 40% and later see i could have got 45 or 50 off!!!!! burnssss

[@mr_watchaddict3146]

Definitely your most valuable video to date Archie. It's like the serious hard-hitting and unexpected ending to Blackadder Goes Forth. Spot on. On a related and ironic point, I'm quite sure most watch lovers started out due to the appeal of how one watch can define the character of a man; Bond etc. or just your old grandfather or father. One watch. Always one watch men. The secret and ironic envy of watch collectors.

[@H2H3H5]

Best meltdown ever

[@mikehydropneumatic2583]

Paying cash solves most problems.

[@wincrasher2007]

Ladybois don't give receipts though. Makes it hard to deduct these "business meetings".

[@christopherdiggles6533]

Brilliant, you figured it out if you have a cocaine addiction just pay cash and then you won’t have a cocaine addiction anymore

[@amintaslneto]

Pure addiction. Like watching the pontiff's channel. Sad but true..

[@shafserious2805]

I guess any hobby can cause stress, in terms of wrist watches, buy 2 and be done.✔

[@Peakprospr420]

Its never enough. The human mind gets bored and wanders

[@jameslane9267]

Anønymøus Víds then you buy shitters all under $1,000 usd after you purchase your two grail pieces. And you buy them all over time. You don’t go buy a planet ocean and then 6 months later a speedy, and then a year after that a sub. It has nothing to do with an addiction or boredom, it’s being cavalier with your finances.

[@solidarnosc9663]

@@jameslane9267You do realize that not everyone wants the same watches right? My three favorite watches ever made are a certain Seiko, Longines & Breitling. I got an Omega Speedmaster Pro as well but I barely ever wear it. If I want to invest money in something, it isn’t going to be watches. The servicing costs drag down any appreciation. It’s a foolish proposition.

[@antoniolittera2154]

Never buy to numb feelings inside that you can’t handle. Make a plan for your collection, do lots of research and stick to a budget. Also keep a sum available to grab the great deals when they come along. With some experience you can finance future buys that way, even make a living

[@dblh84]

Exactly, but you do realize to whom you're giving this advice, right? To say you're wasting your time would be a colossal understatement. It's like telling him the benifits of becoming a vegan.

[@humbleman7750]

Next video - "The bad side to collecting luxury ladyboy knickers"

[@madmaestro7585]

Heavy Coke Addict 🤩👍🤩🤗😆😆😆😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@JohnDoe-ub8fq]

Now I'm depressed... I'll be back after I get my Blancpain Twenty Fathoms.

[@diabeetus2895]

So it will be a while then, since they only make the Fifty Fathoms...

[@JohnDoe-ub8fq]

I'm modding my Seiko... See how depressed I am!!!

[@diabeetus2895]

Ah ok.

[@MikeAnderson-mh2og]

John Doe Shut up u idiot

[@hinchman101]

I have a few watches only hundreds each. I would never cheat myself nor my family from life long memories with the money than have a luxury watch.

[@adenval7]

it can get rough Archie...........you're right!

[@MikeAnderson-mh2og]

2:27 oh my lord Archie bought back a Breguet type 20 after selling it ? This buying and selling has got to end its producing little to no profit at best and is totally consuming Archie's entire life. He could be making a loss even.

[@sjsinghnz]

well I bought Rolex, Tag and Tudor just in one month after buying my first luxury watch which was this Datejust in steel with blue dial. I have loved watches all my life since my childhood, I am 25 years old, working full time but I am a middle class person and I guess I have used a lot of credit to buy these three cuz I was like just wanted them so badly and now after watching your video I think I made a mistake I am going to sell one of them and will just keep two watches and not going to buy anymore watches I need to controll on myself.. that is true. Also watched your other video of "watches is a bad investment"where you said keep only one good watch at a time so I think I will be doing that from now. thanks for the advice !

[@dociebiemowie915]

Sell the Tag asap.. it’s junk. If you want a nice triple threat you can go omega, Breitling & Rolex or add a Longines. Make no mistake, Longines is a phenomenal watch co with incredible heritage. Some of these people have 20 expensive watches and barely ever wear them. It’s a sickness.

[@nobravenewworldhk]

you can tell Archie's already made it down that wrist watch "looney bin addiction" route.

[@MadMan-cp6tn]

3:41 - I dont think your psychological damage is caused by watches...

[@angrydachshund]

Agreed. The watch collection is just a symptom, of someone looking to shortcut to self respect.

[@Sticky1254]

should be titled "side effects of being a luxury wristwatch collector when you're not the intended market and spend more money than you have as if you are the intended market"

[@davidskeeterskeeter1835]

Archie,,you are an extremely talented entertainer. Regards from Dave in the uk, 👍

[@iszzycisneros3373]

David Boulton all right you know about Bentley watches

[@madmaestro7585]

David Boulton I agree Dave

[@nejjk]

It's only a problem if you turn it into one. There seems to be an awful lot of projection going on here.

[@Wertsicherung]

Jamesir Bensonmum The problem already exist in you. It's a big big black hole inside of you caused by a lack of self love. People who accept and love themselves entirely don't force themselves to fill that hole from outside i.e. by collecting women, cars, watches....

[@diabeetus2895]

...stamps, dolls, bottle caps, buttons, coins, etc, etc, etc... All people who don't love and accept themselves entirely, right? Love these fortune cookie psychologists..

[@dblh84]

Don't be ridiculous. The poor soul can't even afford to buy a projector.

[@hcavn]

The bad side to collecting luxury phist watches - DEPRESSION, DEBT AND MISERY - and inability to see Nana Kim every day.

[@rumblejungle5590]

You're on about depression and just a few hours ago you were hinting to ACII how a trip to Las Vegas was out of your reach. People hoard for the same reason they gamble in Vegas, and depression is often an uninvited bedfellow. Unlike ladibois.

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

Archie really makes you think.

[@out_on_bail]

A modem wristwatch is just a status symbol. Therefore Archie you should be wearing a $30 Casio.

[@NANGSGARAGE]

The man!

[@Wertsicherung]

NANGSTAGRAM TV Good that Archie raises this topic.

[@AP-gn9fd]

The Pontiff's new clothes

[@sms042]

Hang in there. Don't forget a lot of guys are also trying to collect cars, bikes, guns, knives, etc...Always enjoy your view on things. good or bad.

[@Dio269]

so true, exactly down to the T......though of course could be for any OCD things like classic cars, etc

[@tomroutledge8900]

Women are just as bad. They'll spend the same amount on disposable items like a handbag or a pair of shoes. A watch at least is more substantial and can be a lifetime and heirloom purchase

[@angrydachshund]

Lifetime, sure... but not heirloom. Your children did not grow up with old-fashioned watches and so will immediately sell it.

[@diabeetus2895]

Shoes and purses come back into fashion, every 20 years or so.

[@angrydachshund]

+Dia Beetus - Shoes and purses do that because they still have a function to perform. If purses no longer had a function, then anyone carrying a purse would be forced to admit she was carrying it just for attention. She needs to be able to deny her motive... and functionality provides that deniability.

[@surfside75]

Try and tell her that😂

[@tsouverain5196]

@@angrydachshund atleast they can sell it after 20 years of you dieing. Who is buying a bag 30 years old. Dont do this to us

[@DougieFresh13]

Some reality spoken here. As with anything else in life. Everything in moderation.

[@normanwong6129]

What he saying is very true it's a status to have these items but if you run out of money you can't pay for things but have watches worth thousands it doesn't help pay for bills

[@masterg7895]

ABSOFUCKINLOUTLY RIGHT!!!!!!!!! Loved to wear a watch since i can remember, i have a tendancy of getting swepped away into an addiction BUT recognize it in an early stage and get myself out of it. I am in my early 30's now and recently got a new and steady job with well income. MY FUCKING GOD, for the past few months i have found myslef wasting every goddamn hour of my time in the watch world-KZbin, forums, ebay etc. you know what i mean! and what i learned is that most watch addicts JUST LIKE ANY OTHER ADDICTS! are either in deppression, are tryng to fill their empty holes in life with thousands, TENS OF THOUSANDS of dollars in watches. Since i am not a CEO of a multi million dollar company like my boss that wears rolex's and breitlings (wich i like) and i am just an average guy hanging out with average people doing average things, i have decided to stick with my few high end seikos and Citizens, not the cheap ones and leave the luxury pieces to wealthy people or to morons that buy them but haven't paid off their mortgage yet, drive a used toyota, but think they look cool and respectable in a Rolex. NOBODY GIVES A FLYING FUCK THAT YOUR OMEGA WAS ON THE MOON!! PLUS! the world is pushing us to own more smart things, Japanese watch companies have already started implementing them in their watches, Maybe in 25 years from now you will hand over your "once expensive" Patek to your son and he will tell you "dad, what the hell is this". My advice for newbies: find a watch that you like the looks of for under $1000, make it your multi purpose watch, get a casio digital beater, and get the hell out before the addiction gets you!

[@paulkent8749]

Thinking about it Archie, you are right on the money, again and again and again. Well done!

[@thadeouszeus]

Watch collecting is not about acquiring a bunch of watches. You can be a collector with one piece but appreciates and accumulates knowledge of several watches. Get deeper in knowledge not debt.

[@RubyMarkLindMilly]

Profound words mate

[@JaegerLeMaserati]

It's like any hobby, some people love travel but they need to pace themselves. Some people love fishing ... I'm sure the guy fishing at the local wharf would love to fish offshore sail fish but that's expensive. I love cars so I did a few drive days. I can say great I drove a Ferrari. I know how it feels, what it's like but I don't now need to buy one. With watches, you need just to start with one you really love, buy some books, learn about the history, maybe go to a awatching making class at night and of course, watch Archie Luxury

[@john-carlosynostroza]

Pre-owned Rolex datejust for about 3,500 and pre-owned Tudor or Omega diver for about 2,500. Both very decent and luxurious timepieces to have and where, you are set for all kinds of situations, you can sell both for a pretty much what you paid for them pretty quickly. 6 grand is still a lot of money when you think about it and depending on who you are but you set up something like this should be a good place to stop for most of us.

[@ChipZilla69]

Oh God. Archie has no curtains in his bedroom. That could be awkward.

[@cdm386]

Forget the chewda or rawlex....just get one squale for all occasions and you will be set free.

[@JesseEichbauer]

A wristwatch can't kill you like all the booze and gluttony can.

[@olon419]

Rich people problems

[@MikeAnderson-mh2og]

olo n. Trust me Archie Luxury is not rich. He is far from rich.

[@fullsaildigital]

Buy what u can afford...period

[@apprentice500]

I watch all your videos for better or worse. This is def. one of the best

[@jamesluciani3284]

Honest assessment and mostly and unfortunately true!!

[@gianpaolo5413]

It is a great truth, and a harsh reality for some, it is an addiction, which can generate discomfort , i'm addicted :)

[@ferdinandgonzalez7407]

I bought 2 shitters to get me over until I get my Rolex in 3 months. I bought a Hamilton day date and a Fortis Cosmonauts. Love them both.

[@SteveBarajas]

Very good Arch.

[@keltecdan]

Don't blame the wrist watch blame yourself. It's you who is to blame. We are never satisfied.

[@diabeetus2895]

Like Prince's mother.

[@MikeAnderson-mh2og]

4:18 Very good tip Archie, don't mess up ur finances just for luxury goods it's stupid to do that.

[@rolexandrealestate]

This is a good video Reminiscent of Archie 2016 When Archie was Great

[@imrichbitch.1937]

*I actually enjoyed this...So True!*

[@siciliangamer]

it's true he hasn't any curtains

[@stephenmiller1958]

Archie needs to find an alchemist who can turn body fat into gold...

[@kellyrobinson550]

Stephen Miller 🇬🇧👍

[@paulmaartin]

But if you're only into Vostok the monetary loss are going to be minimal

[@eyeontime6136]

This is why I buy as you say shitters, mid tier and replicas. lol I have a few thousand invested, and a faction of one luxury watch. I agree the research hunt is crazy addictive. Now I'm hunting for watches that are unique or different.

[@Spudst3r]

3:56 It took you 10 years to figure what most people intuitively already concluded about luxury watches.

[@Punisher6654]

I suppose that goes for all kinds of collecting.

[@romang9629]

I somehow understand this! Archie I understand.

[@gp2712]

Omega and a Rolex is all you need! You can play with the ap and pateks but that is only for people who can spend it and sleep at night. I’m not into watches that deep.

[@edvargas72]

Never mind Archie's life style ..... just listen and focus on the message. ..

[@DerhamPaul-vo8fr]

I'm broke as fuck

[@JodyH66]

The reality of trading his good watches for the shittahs he currently owns has finally set in for ol' Archie. Should have kept the gold Rolex, Rolex, ROLEX instead of dredging up that IWC and Bregster crap. Spending years and years and hundreds of thousands of dollars on watches to end up with a damn IWC and a Bregster... what a waste of his money and his life.

[@MeanMrMustard85]

I suppose it’s like any collection that someone is passionate about, be it in vintage cars, original art work or rare 1st pressing LP’s etc..... your bank balance is gonna take a hit from time to time and you’ll have days when all you can think about is your next acquisition. If it makes you happy though and you don’t allow yourself to be entirely consumed by your obsession then I can’t really see the harm. You only live once as they say...

[@aHigherPower]

I bought one luxury watch and I regretted it. They are not worth the money in my opinion. I now enjoy cheaper homage watches that I'm working on in my own horology study.

[@Cherokie89]

Don’t sell the cupcake to buy the sprinkes

[@magnasquids7864]

Unless you work for a museum, don't collect anything.

[@steve69chevy]

How much longer can this go on ..?

[@bobsyeruncle4841]

I'm considering jumping off the golden gate bridge should I wear my Patek Phillip or my Rollex Submariner.

[@michelemariotti8198]

Hey Archie, which Speedy do you think it's best? I know that you don't have a strong opinion about it, but I was wondering what you think about the Automatic Speedmaser 9300 with a date

[@robynsjp]

FMD change that Breguet strap ! It's like wearing a nice suit with white socks !! Arch, you have post watch purchase traumatic stress disorder !

[@diabeetus2895]

Maybe you don't remember but Phatso bought the Bray Gay from a midget in Japan. He didn't bother to check the bracelet before the sale, and now he is too stupidly broke to afford the replacement links.

[@robertschriek1353]

its an ugly addiction. I know, I suffer from it too.

[@andrewchiles]

Literally might be your most on-the-spot video ever Arch. So funny and true.

[@johnhill6051]

Gold Archie! Gold!! Funny as hell.

[@theblokeygent1754]

If only you had collected invictas instead of these you would be richer and more complements! Wooohooo!

[@marcel9688]

Hi Arch, what happened to the Brisbane watch Forum on fb?

[@alonnach]

Nice one Archie! I enjoyed it. I hear you. Hey still, you got to Love watches.

[@dblh84]

Dangling that already craved Aquatimer chronograph in my face isn't helping matters, Arch.

[@attilagal6672]

What if somebody makes his own watch? Create it from scratch, a sterling steel block! There are a lot of geeks out there who make their custom made only watch pieces. What about them?

[@joanbt9251]

Yes it's true in some way. I've been attracted by watches since I have memory. Those Casios... :) Next week I will be 40 years old and for that occasion I bought my last watch. A rolex no date 114060. My last of 5 luxury watches. (Pilot chrono iwc, ingy 323701, GO panorama date seventies blue and a speedy plexiglass). Every watch has a reason... And I know it's the end. I'm not rich. No credits no money problems. By the way, after watching this video, this is my last post 'cause I'm out of watches. I've got what I want and plenty more. I've also realized that this hobbie can be dangerous. Watches are supposed to be worn. Best wishes to everyone. And

[@debeech]

Phist things phirst.

[@helldorado1489]

Phirst Respektos to the Phirst Physt.

[@theartistformallyknownasdi5338]

Priority respectos

[@pyootchnich]

Belated Respektos post haste

[@swampThaang]

The decreased productivity cause ur always looking at watches... that’s real

[@F15IDriver]

One of your better videos, Arch

[@mauriciotorres5875]

yes you are right you are an excelent example.

[@shashankshukla8182]

Can be said for most luxury goods

[@nelsonrenecontreras]

This happend to me, true story

[@TheJoehek]

Spot on!

[@steveelliott77]

Someone needs a hug. But seriously you are very entertaining.

[@alexweisstrost]

Great vid ! Congrats