These 7 Watch Collecting Mistakes Will RUIN Your Collection!

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[@RichieKhan]

As an enthusiast and someone who works in the industry, I was an elitist. The other day I came across a fashion brand watch I really liked the design and wouldn’t buy it because it’s “fashion”. My girlfriend called me stupid and you know what, she’s right it is stupid. I ended up getting that watch and I wear it now more than my omega and breitling. Shit it makes me happy and almost weird that I’m wearing a fashion brand after hating on it for so long 😂.

[@ND-ku4yo]

Which one is it? :)

[@antonhelsgaun]

Yeah but which watch was it?

[@smurfette1681]

+1 which watch lol

[@lobserve1]

I have one fashion watch and it's a beauty.

[@peterkarahalios3488]

Ditto; I have an A list of grail pieces (GS, Tudor, Omega) about ten mid-levels (Longines, Tissot, Seiko, etc), some lesser-known brands like Momentum, one Timex, and a few Ali Express pieces. But what I wear the most are my B list Frankenwatches from India. I get them dirt cheap with unattractive but reliable movements, change the straps around and create great wardrobe accessories. It makes me happy. Total value per B list unit at about $30. Today I spent the day with a Timex Expedition on my wrist. I learned early on that it is not about owning it but about feeling it and living it. Bonus: I am helping someone in India make a living.

[@nlq7844]

Casio, orient, seiko and citizen are literally the only brands in my collection.

[@holopanen]

You cannot go wrong with any of them.

[@infinitigjj6779]

Cant go wrong to any of it. However, i like watches now with sapphire crystal and/or ecodrive, solar or automatic.

[@surajdey1751]

I only have a titan automatic... one rose can be my garden kinda guy. (poor in other words.)

[@ExtraLeben]

I only miss orient in my collection.. but maybe in the future :)..

[@sunnyrachelsson3169]

Check out Hamilton certina and Tissot you can find some nice cheap swiss autos

[@nintendokings]

COSC? Nah. The real COSC I want is Casio Orient Seiko Citizen

[@TimedSquare]

OH WTF!!! This is EPIC!

[@watchcheapo1801]

This comment need more like

[@trailblazer2339]

You nailed it bruh!

[@shyyongc.9477]

Exactly what I thought of when he pointed out the Japanese brands 🤣

[@bernardwadding]

Good one

[@rmelo5932]

I once read an article in a watch magazine many years ago where the interviewer asked the Editor of that magazine what he thought was the best watch. His answer was not Patek-Phillipe, Rolex, Omega or even a Hamilton. He simply said "The best watch is the watch you enjoy wearing the most". That has been my attitude with watch purchases. Loved that answer.

[@bensieber6960]

Perfect!

[@dredgewalker]

No sane person would ever argue with that. My favorite watches aren't expensive but I treat them like my babies.

[@grantourismo0109]

My casio MQ24?

[@touchedouche8806]

Damn straight. Best answer yet. I own many, i envy more. But my favorite right now..... is a hamilton. I think on tuesday it will be an invicta. Then friday a tissot. Etc etc

[@LocalWatchGuy]

Couldn't agree more

[@johnthegreek7356]

Having built up an collection of 8 in 3 years in my experience the most important is patience. Appreciating your collection is the most important thing. Being broke helps a lot

[@eduardo_carvajal]

Dude, the realization hit my hard too

[@Milofchg]

Yes sir, patience is a must in the hobby. Enjoyment and being content with your watch is another factor many people tend to forget. Owning too many watches takes away from what you really feel. I own 7 luxury timepieces within 25 years of collecting and I came down to wearing two 95% of the time. The rest just sit in my watch roll. In a way it's money spent in limbo. A careful choice selection of quality (sometimes takes years to realize) is better than quantity... Less is more if done right for your individual lifestyle.

[@TomTom-sm7il]

I'm broke af. I have all the time in the world to think about what watches I would like. In the meantime, I will enjoy what I have.

[@carlcampbell6827]

@@TomTom-sm7il That is the nice thing about having a couple of favorite watches. Even when we were broke or are currently broke, the watches still bring enjoyment.

[@TomTom-sm7il]

@@carlcampbell6827 I agree. When you put it like that, they can be a good investment. We spend a lot of money on things that are very temporary. It's nice to have something that lasts.

[@Chippychops7]

The dive depth snobbery has always been a weird one to me. Most recreational divers don't go anywhere near those depths and chances are if they do they aren't wearing their little Seiko 5.

[@ArianrhodTalon]

I fell fast and deep down the rabbit hole, starting with a beautiful $100 Tissot and a Seiko 5 (the 5 SPORT, not 5KX), and one year later ended up with a Tudor Prince and the El Primero. I initially planned out a whole watch collecting journey. But due to some windfalls, I was able to simply save a bit more and went straight to the watches I really wanted. I guess that was my saving grace, as I might've potentially spent way more money on the 'in-between' watches. And yes, now I truly love what I have. Watches come out all the time, and whilst I really like some of them, I look at my watch stand and go 'Nah. I'm good'. I'm not a sports watch person. That's what I realised when I wore the Seiko 5. The El Primero is a chronograph, but it's definitely more dressy than sporty.

[@TimedSquare]

"Nah, I'm good" - you know you have exactly what you're supposed to, well done!

[@jeremyrice3719]

The El Primero Chronomaster is a GREAT watch. I feel it is a sporty dressy watch. Think it looks sharp with any kind of a business casual or even formal event.

[@ArianrhodTalon]

@@jeremyrice3719 If you keep it on the black leather strap, it looks great as a dress watch. But since I already have a dress watch, I played with the tri-color dial and dressed it down with a green leather strap. Some dress it down further with a Nato or slap on a rally strap. So it's really versatile.

[@jewblin5305]

OK, so you had some cash to splash. Wish I could buy a Zenith right now.

[@southpark6757]

And definitely don't listen to brand haters. If a Tag Heuer appeals to you, then buy it. If a Movado was your dream watch, then buy it. Don't get caught up on the haters and the "certain" brand name fan boys where everything sucks except their brand.

[@SK-xg9rs]

I did this with Tag... three times back to service in 8 months, never again 😡

[@tomorrowcomestoday1621]

Invicta 🤯🤩😍🔥🎯

[@tomorrowcomestoday1621]

@@SK-xg9rs did you claim your warranty? What model was defective?

[@SK-xg9rs]

@@tomorrowcomestoday1621 Finally returned & fully refund. Aquaracer, bracelet clasp issue & date change issue. I’m totally disappointed with TAG, will never go back to it.

[@nielsnielsen9013]

I agree you should follow you heart but man... some brands should just be entirely avoided. Tag being one of them. And fashion brands too. Nothing good ever comes from them.

[@gravynog]

We need more of this kind of video in the watch community. So spot on.

[@Alex-ot4tm]

What happened to this guy? it’s been 3 years

[@michaelbrillantes6168]

Same. One of the first watch tubers I followed.

[@folksurvival]

Did he die?

[@KillingMoon_]

As I "mature" in this hobby I'm learning that not everyone's opinion should be taken as fact. This hobby has a lot of snobby people in it. I just like what I like and I'm not listening to anyone else anymore. Lol

[@gavingudobba5764]

Agreed I have heard a lot of hate in Bulova and Jugnhaus, but I love my Bulova and one of those minimalistic German brands is my dream watch

[@brandonwisler1647]

My fiancé has one of the spinning diamond face bulovas that her parents got her, i think its beautiful, especially with the blue mother of pearl face. Im a seiko man myself but they're all personal preference. Bulova is valid alongside all other watches..... yes even fossil 😢​@gavingudobba5764

[@mattvanoccupanther]

It's a snobby hobby

[@jkokich]

I’m only 3 minutes in, and I love this guy! Talk about pearls of wisdom and common sense! Awesome!

[@rolandoavendano9224]

I agree with you 100%. I set the same budget limit for every watch I purchase, making the search even more fun. At this time I'm looking for a automatic watch within a price range of $90 dollars max. Thanks for such helpful comments. Regards.

[@itamaradio]

So true. I think the most important thing is to wait. When you wait you figure out what you really want, you get exposed to more options, you learn what fits you better in terms of size & style, etc. And also, when you wait you get more chances to find a good price. I noticed that when I wait I suddenly realize I don't really want this particular watch.

Hello: I have been collecting watches for way many decades and your video is very useful for new and old generations. I grew up using pocket and wristwatches, nothing electronic :) Cheers from Patagonia, Argentina.

[@bobbytirlea]

Casio (Edifice, G-shock), Seiko... and that's it for my collection. I managed to grip onto something before falling deep in to the rabbit hole. Although the G-Shock GW-M5610U-1ER is a must, I have it amidst my 6 watch collection amassed in one month, monthly adjusting all to it, even my Seiko quartz Chronograph! That G-shock is THE Watch that one would ever need for almost every purpose! Thank you, your words are truly such eye openers!

[@chi-towncalifornia5916]

From my experience, I learned to buy watches that I will ACTUALLY WEAR, not because of specs, or because I anticipate growing into them. That’s why I sold off all my technically superior Seiko divers, but still kept my first one, the SKX, and why the only dress watch I have is the versatile Seiko SARB035. Both watches fit my thin wrist well, both work with my lifestyle, and both are unique in their own way. Furthermore, both will stay with me long term, because being wearable means I’ve had the opportunity to build bonding experiences with them. Next stop for me will be a Rolex Datejust.

[@vascosaldanha602]

Thank God I'm a 17 year old when starting my watch interest because I'm in the begining phase where I like a lot of watches but I dont have money to buy them😂. I have a cool seiko 5 and I'm thinking about getting an orient kamasu when I go into university and maybe I will buy a vostok. If I had financial liberty I would have pulled the triger in like 5 watches already 😂

[@eazy___4032]

Same, I'm 16 years old and I'm very happy with my Orient Blue Ray 2. It's hard to resist buying more watches hahaha

[@TimedSquare]

Don't rush, you've plenty of time. And from experience, I know excitement fades as soon as you open the box. Take time to try watches in the metal. I try to wait 1 month (3 months if I'm strong) before getting a watch. If I stil think about it and still want, I *may* consider it.

[@MT-mt2yn]

I waited 2 years to get the watch I want. After the wait of 2 years I don't think I would regret or grow out of it soon. Be careful with Seiko 5, that tiny evil thing, before you know it, you will have too many of them. I have 4 Seiko 5.

[@vascosaldanha602]

@@TimedSquare thanks man great advice 🙌

[@vascosaldanha602]

@@MT-mt2yn thanks man

[@sinister13k]

This was put onto my recommendations, glad it was, many wise words said throughout, really enjoyed and glad to be a new subscriber

[@SupaVlinSantonE]

No nonsense tips. Thanks for saving me from jumping off the deep end because I know my personality and I was DEFINITELY about to go overboard with these Seikos I have my eye on. Now I'm only getting two colors, one of each style.

[@tfpp1]

This is hands down some o the best advice on the hobby. Thank you for being down to Earth, straight to the point, and honest about these potential pitfalls. I've bookmarked this video to go back to when I feel overwhelmed with choice.

[@neildcosta5932]

Thank you for this video. Yes, I have made a few mistakes, sometimes a combination of the ones you have listed. But fortunately, I was able to sell a few. But, I love even those which I have now retired from daily wear. Over the years I have grown very careful before buying any watch and have adopted my own check - I keep it in the basket of the website for about a fortnight and after that, if I still feel I love it, I buy it. In this manner, I have avoided unnecessary purchases on many occasions. I follow a simple rule of collecting - segregate my watches into sections - dress watches (quartz, automatic & solar), Swiss watches and since I am also an automobile enthusiast, affordable automobile branded watches. In these I have purchased just one watch from each brand while trying to cover different features. Of course, in very few instances I have broken this rule, having no other option. I also do a lot of hunting on the Net before I settle on any watch. I read a lot of reviews so that I am aware of the pros. and cons. of the watch before I put my money down on it. I hate to return a watch to any channel although most provide easy return options, as I feel that is quite unfair to the merchant. I have stopped raving over top brands (as they are ridiculously priced to own and maintain), thanks to good quality hommages available. I know some enthusiasts may disagree, but going by the fact that I will only live once, I will at least have the joy of having a good alternative to that timepiece on my wrist which would otherwise remain an unfulfilled dream.

[@torebelthoft4471]

So true, I diminished my collection from 25 to 5 watches wich I intend to keep. 2 Blancpain, one Vulcain Cricket, one Longines Spirit and one Vostok Amfibia for rough use

[@gbiscuits]

I love that you keep the vostok. Great watch

[@MrMP-en7vf]

luckily my casio square 5610 ticks all my boxes. i just added a casio wv 300 for the glamour. watch collection completed.

[@stitgibekili]

I’ll repeat what’s been said a dozen times already, this is good advice that could save you money, time and future headache and heartbreak.

[@kngkrmson2179]

That Seiko watch in the beginning of this vid is amazing. Love that green color. 😍

[@mannycalavera2335]

Number 7 is so important. I fell into that trap of listening to the online watch community too closely At some point I found I had collected a number of "WIS favorites". But only after spending the money on for example an Omega Speedmaster Professional (great watch don't get me wrong) did I realize that I don't actually care about the connection to the moon-landing, I hated the bracelet, and while I loved the design of the watch it was not what I was looking for.

[@mordeth1964]

What an absolutely fantastic, honest and objective video. You my friend are a breath of fresh air. I myself have built my collection with watches that I love and resonate with me not anyone else. I personally don't care what others think (other than my beautiful supportive wife) Not everyone can (or will ever) afford an AP, Rolex or even an Omega. All of my collection, bar three, cost me less than $100 AU each ( and yes 90% are Casios) My most expensive cost me $200 AU and it took me a couple of months to save up for it. I love them and love my hobby and I get a lot of pleasure choosing a watch to wear and I wear them all with pride. Cheers!

[@filipepereira5251]

I'm falling into the hole fast. Started early this year devouring everything I can get on watches. I even dream about this little bastards. The first automatic I got (March), already trade for another one. Now I have the 2-week rule. Never buy by impulse, I must wait 2 weeks before buying any watch. It saved me some money and made me appreciate more the ones I have

[@TimedSquare]

Next step: make that waiting time 2 months 😉💪 Or not, It's just my opinion!

[@filipepereira5251]

@@TimedSquare I'm sure I will have to 😅

[@therealtw90]

Damn that Steinhart GMT is sick, never knew that existed before this video. Goes perfect to one of your points that just go with what you enjoy, something that strikes you. I am struggling with this right now with the Speedmaster. I like it, I feel I should have it because people say its a collection staple, but it doesn't strike me, not even like that Steinhart did. Weird thing this hobby

[@fighting_platypusdevscc1268]

I'm a diver and I can tell you that a diver wears a diving watch only on land (and while swimming) and usually not while diving. Underwater we got our computer and don't need a watch anymore. Especially one without a rubber strap. You would have to wear your computer on the one hand an the watch on the other wich makes no sense. So divers usually wear them on land and when they are in company with other divers (in Germany, where I'm from, the most worn are the Citizens).

[@nicolascapone3179]

I`m also a diver, i`m form the south of Argentina, from a place called "Penìnsula Valdès" (Puerto Madryn City // Google it). I`m a dive hunter, so i don't use oxygen, therefore neither dive computer. I were Casio, Seiko and Citizen. I love to do this, when the hunting day ends, me and my friends go to a bar to take a few drinks and when I look at my watch and i remember where i was a few hours ago, deep in the ocean... I Love taht!!!!

[@TheAechBomb]

I've talked to a few divers and they wear both because they've had their dive computers fail

[@psychalogy]

Don’t know what you’re on about mate, I wear both when I dive. Electronics fail and do you really want to end your dive just because your dive comp died? I’m starting to suspect that the people who inhabit watch forums that say “I’m a diver and never wear a dive watch actually diving” are not actual divers.

[@fighting_platypusdevscc1268]

@@psychalogy when my Computer fails I simply use my mates one or I end the dive A watch can't tell you how deep you are and also not how long your deco time is

[@psychalogy]

@@fighting_platypusdevscc1268 hey you do you but i do everything I can not to rely on someone else to keep me alive. I also don’t rely on a dive comp to give me my depth. I’m a fan of redundancy, remember? I use a dual tank pressure and depth gauge. Between that and my dive watch I’m covered. If I’m planning to go to a depth where decomp is needed I know what the times are before I hit the water. But you do you.

[@ChristopherBrusa]

I bought a Tudor while waiting for a Rolex…not because it was cheaper, but because there is a much longer waitlist on the Rolex. You are looking at years, vs weeks. The cost is not a concern. I’m still on the Rolex waitlist, but can still tell the time because I have a Tudor. A waitlist doesn’t tell time.

[@eduardomorales2379]

I found it absolutely hilarious when he said "just get a quartz watch" 😂😂 destroys the point of automatic lol

[@caporretto]

Same, hahah

[@silverhawk911]

Thanks for educating us and pointing out the mistakes that we make even without realising it ourselves. I am guilty of buying a watch that I seldom wear, especially a homage watch that cost many times less than the real deal. I'm guilty of buying a cheap watch that I don't wear so often. Wished this video came out earlier, then I wouldn't have to make so many mistakes. Thanks for being truthful on your opinions.

[@japd7897]

I buy watches that I love, so, when I rotate them, after some time without using a piece, wearing it back is like another honeymoon. When I plan to buy a piece, I do not buy anything else, no matter the price, because I would get me off the final goal. P.D.: Interesting video as always.

[@TheAechBomb]

I agree with this, I tend to pick a watch and wear it for a week, and if it's been a month or so for that piece, I put it on and fall in love with it all over again

[@milanbaros2005]

Found/saw a U-boat watch in a local shop and fell in love. Never heard of these watches before,lol.

[@bibekbhattacharya6356]

Great advice, as usual. I skipped the Seiko 5kx earlier this year, though I really wanted it, and was so happy when the rotating bezel-less 40mm version came out. I got that one, and now it refuses to leave my wrist 😂. Point is, I’m glad I waited.

[@TimedSquare]

Waiting after a new watch is released is almost always a good idea. That's why some brands make so many limited models... they don't let you the time to think properly and trigger impulse buys! Thanks for watching

[@bibekbhattacharya6356]

@@TimedSquare So true.

[@elham796]

what is the 40mm model?

[@FOURTEEFIVE]

what model is that?

[@shahnasramli2612]

Mine have watches based for functionality, automatic for good feeling, G shock for sport endurance type, another gshock for camping with features. Classical watch for dress watch plus i have one more watch just for jogging and biking just to know my GPS track distances etc.

[@vikrambhusewar436]

Why are you not making videos

[@peterfuentes5893]

For me, it's dive watches and sport models. I just never got into dress watches. I recently ordered a Junghans Form C with a Steel Band. That's going to be my dress watch. The only other dress watch I have my eye on is a 41mm oyster perpetual. I'm on a waiting list for that one. I find myself wearing my seamaster 300 pro with a rubber strap all the time.

[@vondahe]

“Listen to me: Don’t listen to others!” Ok… 😄

[@TimedSquare]

10:49 😉

[@domantonio4426]

What do you think of the TISSOT LE LOCLE POWERMATIC 80? The reference number is T006.407.11.033.00. Maybe a future review on it? It seems like a very good watch but I’m in lockdown so I can’t see the watch myself.

[@antoniovitolonio8497]

Lol same comment I saw earlier, by u I think. The watch looks really good, would be pretty cool if it is reviewed. I know that it is a common tissot

[@maffintono7790]

Dude... you just describe my whole watch life of the past years.... AMEN to this video!!!

[@bencase1489]

Currently mid 20’s wearing a tag Heuer Carrera cal 1887 as a daily. Many people hate on tag but I love it. Next goal is a breitling navitimer

[@danielhristov6175]

I’d never pay thousands for a watch. I always compare those with cars i like... final result... i ended up buying a second hand porsche instead of a grand seiko (my dream watch) happiest decision ever. Insane for that money.

[@casinoquality5637]

I like the rabbit hole of time. I like dress watches, my favorites are Sturhling, Curren, Citizen, Edox, and Tufina watches.

[@MichaelWerneburg]

Superb advice, maybe the best I've seen in 3-4 years watching watch commentary on KZbin.

[@TimedSquare]

Wow, thanks!

[@junwoojang2941]

Very well spoken, and very true. Yes, take consideration as to what people *suggests* not what people tell you to do or get. Ultimately, get what you like. Period.

[@considermycat]

Great advice. The only one I'd qualify slightly is the last one: yes, the only opinion that matters in the end is your own, but hearing other people's opinions can help to develop your own, and help spare you from some of the mistakes you describe elsewhere in your video. When anyone describes himself (and it's usually a he) as a rugged individualist who can make his own mind up without being influenced by other people, I usually assume he's deluded (especially if he's wearing a Sub 😉). "No man is an island" and all that.

[@TimedSquare]

I completely agree. That's why I say you have to take information in and then decide for yourself. But then again, making mistakes makes you understand things in a new light. "A smart person learns from his mistakes, but a truly wise person learns from the mistakes of others." Seems I'm not wise 😉

[@davidlloydjones752]

Indeed. There's a fine line sometimes, between being informed, and being brainwashed. Soak it all up, then distil it down, until your left with just the essence of what you really are.

[@anthonysmith2982]

Very true indeed. However... I'm pretty sure that Marlon Brando ᴡᴀs an island by the end. And he had that gorgeous bezel-less GMT... 😶

[@monicawilson896]

A wise man seeks many advisors (and then is informed enough to make his or her own good decision.

[@pshores]

I think he meant more being persuaded by YT videos. In the end you gotta get a watch cause you love it, not other people saying they love it. But yeah hearing opinions does help you form your own through time and experience

[@theshadowman1398]

There are currently 3 watches on my list that are in my price range. After those are added to the collection then I will be saving up for my grail watch. A Navitimer automatic

[@don_s]

Where'd you go man?

[@ChromeMan04]

One of the most honest videos I have seen on this topic. You earned a sub.

[@heho7683]

Anyone new to this hobby should watch this video. Looking at the local second hand market, you quickly see what mistakes people make.

[@Tom_H327]

The only fashion brand that I respect is Fossil. After owning 3 of them (still have them 13 years later) they still work when I put a battery in them and the design (chronos) is still relevant. I get more compliments on my Fossils that I ever got on my Hamilton and Tissot.

[@CalixaCal]

"...wow! This thing is AWESOME!" That's it.

[@jeffsnyder7322]

Ok...not that your older videos were bad...far from it...and I don't know what took place why you were on a brief "hiatus" ... but since you've come back strong your videos (this one especially) are definitely a notch above the older stuff. I can't put my finger on just what I'm seeing that is causing me to believe this, but it's like you upgraded the whole presentation. It's VERY smooth. Keep it up! And thanks!

[@TimedSquare]

Well actually, I can tell you what happened - quite a lot 😉 Learning how the KZbin algorithm works, new thumbnails, new titles, working on the lighting, changing the lens, improving color correction, tighter edits, more screenshots and B-roll and probably watching A TON of videos and unconsciously applying what I liked... so thank you so much for noticing it and for the kind words!

[@ttbfan]

Great video. I'm just starting out my watch collection and I'm certainly falling into all these traps. So far I've bought an orient bambino and a hamilton khaki field mechanical. I do want to check the diver box. Ultimately I'd like it to be an Omega Seamaster 300 but I think maybe getting an orient mako or ray would be a good way to see if a dive watch is right for me before dropping thousands of dollars.

[@duke6j]

I own (2) $300 dollar watches and recently planed to spend some big bucks on a high end watch, but once I placed one of my 2 watches that I own on my wrist, the high end watch desire left me. You are so right, buy what only YOU want, and enjoy your watch for years to come!

[@TimedSquare]

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[@californiahummus]

I only have 2 watches but clicked on this video because the picture is of one of the watches I own. The deep green Seiko, I've had for 3 months and it's great.

[@jamesvergara5979]

Great video

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Great to see this slender wrist on new shows again!!! As slender as mine but more manly and hairier!!! My hair is on my head!!!!!;) The big mistake is not being PATIENT !!! Great video!

[@TheRollerballer]

I've never seen such an honest list before. I just subscribed.

[@GhostGuyMan]

Earned a subscribe after the diminishing returns point. As an Econ graduate self proclaimed watch enthusiast, I couldn’t agree more!

[@Momo_8k]

7:22 - 100% agree, and a statement which I struggle with when pulling the trigger on a Luxury watch.

[@ssbidyadhar]

Could relate to each and every one of these points. Once I started collecting, I went crazy. Convincing myself that I 'need' a type of watch, or more variety within a particular type, which I don't wear enough anyway. Not appreciating what I have. Wanting to look for something else almost as soon as I got a new one. Took me a while, and a strained bank account, to realize what I was doing!

[@MP_pov]

Everything you described is part of a journey of collecting anything. They are not mistakes. If you are an enthusiastic beginner you will buy a lot quickly. If you are undecided on what your style is, you buy examples from all styles. Then you spend more time with your collection and eventually it becomes clearer what you like, what fits your wrist and what suits your lifestyle. Then you sell what you don't wear. Then you get bored with what you wear, and start looking for something different. And the process starts again.... This is just a hobby and supposed to be fun, don't beat yourselves up people :-)

[@gardiyan76]

this exactly is the reason why i bought alot of chinese watches. After 18 months of starting this hobby and about 30 watches later. i know exactly what i want!!!

[@freethinker9210]

Sound advice, and well delivered. Thank you for the reinforcement of these sensible principles.

[@TimedSquare]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bethanygiunta3248]

Brutally honest thank you I learned a lot from your video. I love my Seiko 5 pepsi automatic

[@russb24]

The only spec I really look for is a sapphire crystal, because no matter how hard I try, I know I'm going to beat the crap out of it.

[@TimedSquare]

Yeah, me too. But too me, that's a very practical and sensible choice. For example, I don't care if a watch is accurate within 1 sec a day. Heck, even 20 secs is good...

[@lucarossetti71]

Collection to me is about a theme, a topic. "Soviet military watches before '89", "GMT vintage", "Sub", etc. The bunch of what you like is the bunch of what you love...

[@spartanthor8841]

I just ordered Tissot now 💪🏻

[@Subfrequenz]

Quality watches at a decent price. I've got a couple now. Enjoy!

[@ronch550]

What I learned: don't be too hasty to tap on that Place Order button. Let it sink in for two weeks or more. If you still want that watch, go ahead. If you have forgotten it after a week, congratulations, you've saved your money for a better watch that you'll like more and not regret buying. I've made this mistake so many times that I use only about 3 watches most of the time. I have 22.

[@donaldoxley1222]

What a great video ! "You must be reading my mail" because you've identified, and nailed, practically every mistake I've made. Thanks for that. 😉 And thanks for what you're doing.

[@PatrickAnderson-vh7hv]

Yes! I'm new to this hobby, but I've already seen a lot of snobs in the watch community. Don't listen to the haters, wear what you love. I started my collection with a Casio A168, and it's a great, dependable, retro cool beater watch to start off with. Now that I have that, I can look into a nice automatic next :)

[@TimedSquare]

I'm so happy to read this 🙌

[@stevescholler4846]

My collection consists of 5 Hugo boss watches. I know they not the greatest watches but I personally love them and that’s what matters 😎

[@Sswineamer69]

I have a Citizen Eco Drive Skyhawk and had my eye on the Promaster dive watch, Pro master Blue Angel's & a G Shock full metal. I've had my Skyhawk for 4 years now and wear it constantly but I've been wanting to add to my collection for awhile.

[@markdarwin4390]

I have a Citizen Skyhawk Blue Angels watch, and I absolutely love it. Stainless steel, not titanium. I find titanium to be too light and, even though it isn't, it feels cheap?

[@Sswineamer69]

@@markdarwin4390 I know what you mean with Titanium. I prefer Stainless Steel for my watches.

[@fredisyoga873]

Just bought the Seiko orange 5kx and I don’t care what any one thinks I love it!

[@casualsuede]

My three rules: 1. The biggest misconception is that you need to dress up to wear a dress watch. I don't need to have a suit on to wear my Calatrava or Datejust, just a Polo shirt, or even jeans and a t. 2. Want to know the difference between a sport watch owner and a diver owner? Sport watch owners are the only ones that admit they don't use their watch for diving. 3. All watches are fashion watches. It is only a TOOL watch when you use the watch as a tool.

[@giusepperocchi2979]

The biggest misconception is that you need a dress watch.

[@wakawaka1976]

I agree... I don’t give a shit what people think and will any damn watch I feel like. I take that back. I will watch that is clearly the wrong choice just for fun at times.

[@roberthiers5606]

I totally agree. Their is no rules on when you wear a luxury dress watch. You will find me wearing a " Holy Trinity" watch or even a F.P Journe Octa perpetual with jeans.

[@davidcrandall4958]

I love it! Lots of Wisdom in this post! I truly appreciate your opinion!

[@underwaterlevelz1947]

I agree that buying a substitute timepiece "to scratch the itch" of getting something that isn't that much more expensive is silly, but if your grail watch is significantly more expensive, there's nothing wrong with finding a more affordable, comparable clone. Case in point, my grail watch is the Tag Heuer Carrera chronograph with the green dial, so in the interim I recently picked up a Fossil FB03 chronograph with a green dial. It's obviously miles apart in quality, but it does, for the time being, scratch the itch.

[@_traveller88]

He said it's not a problem if the watch you buy is way less expensive than the grail one. Of course it doesn't make any sense to buy a 2500$ Tudor if your goal is to get a 5000$ Rolex because you'd use money you'll need to reach the 5000$ needed to get the actual watch you want.

[@underwaterlevelz1947]

@@_traveller88 Ah, ok. That I agree with. I'm jonesing for a Rolex Submariner these days, so I probably won't be buying any new timepieces soon...

[@lukabaresic520]

​@@_traveller88 there isn't any sense in your Statement.There's not a single rolex at your stated price right now since the owners resell them for like 150% price and you can't get them via waitlist.

[@Andrew-dc7nl]

Great video. Your Seiko with the crème dial is superb 👌

[@jakelee1344]

I've found that not looking at the "next watch" leads me to notice and appreciate my current watches more. Thanks for number 4!

[@TimedSquare]

Well that's epic! That means you have the watches you're supposed to have already, well done!

[@duke6j]

I second that!

[@tonyochoa7097]

I really like some dress watches,but I NEVER dress up,and ALWAYS need some sort of timer,(bezel or chrono,or both),hence I have no dress watches,but I have eight divers and chronos,(two are both)

[@flowremix]

Ahhh. Thank you for this video. I just received a caravelle watch from my wife as a gift. Initially, as a "watch collector" it didn't catch my interest. But knowing I shouldnt give a fuck and love it for what it is, accurate, good looking, thoughtful gift is all that matters. Do you!

[@michaelyeung2126]

Oh man thank you so so much, I'm just starting and I feel every single advice you talk about in the video. Thank you, it's really helpful!

[@atharvgalphade24]

The video is just amazing. Answered all my questions in the video. Doing a great job man.

[@migfed]

Your videos Alessandro are real gems in the horology business

[@stevem863]

I have really been dedicated to the Citizen Eco-Drive line. Good looking, always reliable, and really affordable. Sold 13 of them because I feel they were becoming to “fashion” focused with their collaborations with Marvel, Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, etc. I find myself wanting and enjoying mechanical watches. Wearing and winding occasionally by hand is fun for me rather than just looking at a variety of watches in the watch box. I am digging many micro-brands and might even buy a Kickstarter watch. Not sure if I can wrap my head around spending more than a grand on something I may knock around. Moral of my story, buy what you want, sell when your tired of them, buy more if you can afford.

[@miguelperaza6615]

The seiko 5 auto didn't hold the quality of the skx oo7 ! Saw 1 when just came out and second hand fell off so it's not shock resistant it's a dress watch , all divers seikos are real rugged but make sure it says Japan Not Singapore or Malaysia outta your collection you should've kept the green Steinhart and the Alpha ! Next time try the Dan Henry 1962 😀

[@tedblack2415]

I agree with a lot of what you've said but there has been instances when a certain watch catches your eye and its just pure😍😍 but you resist the urge & end up thinking about it forever more as you can no longer acquire it due to the short purchase window. I'm sure some of you guys have suffered the same "one that got away" fate.

[@sonnyxlbright5904]

😂😂 I think I get your point because that's happened to me, once or twice, with ZELOS. I waited for the models I really wanted to drop in price and, of course, they sold out in less than a week !! Now, anyone selling theirs is asking for far more money than the watches cost originally !

[@rfouR_4]

I wanted a Seiko SRPD51, always liked how they looked, but I tried it in store, and I didn't fall in love with how it sat on my wrist. I tried a Tissot Seastar 1000 Chronograph afterwards and fell in love with how it sat on my wrist. My girlfriend agreed 100% too. It highlighted both the difference in the jump from ~$250 to ~$500 watches for me but also like you said how it suits your wrist. I kinda wanted an automatic movement but again goes back to fuck the specs, it's an accurate quartz movement, it gets the job done, who cares. I love the watch so I'm happy. 😇

[@ggndrums]

Alessandro, thank you for this video. It helped me in reconsidering selling some of my watches. Seriously, this was great!

[@sylinmino]

6) buying the specs - this is exactly why so many people who see the 5KX specs hate it, and get so confounded by positive reviews by those who actually own it I got a Seiko 5 Sports "DressKX" recently and I love it, but the straight-up specs don't tell the story of how insanely good the finishing and style sensibilities are for $200.

[@timeportal1189]

This is the best collecting mistake video I’ve seen. Bravo sir!

[@Anirossa]

lol, I got my cronograph Tissot pr100, love it to bits, had it for years, I just want a mechanical Seiko with a good durability and reliability, then I'll be happy for a good while. Never getting rid of my tissot watch.

[@Blog4Justice]

This is terrific advice and it applies to any kind of collecting.

[@kaneda4102]

Echoes my thoughts, except maybe that I believe owning a dive watch without dive specs is like having an SUV that can’t go off-road, even though most people will only use it on the road.

[@ayoungtricknamedjim5498]

"Great value for the money" is something that *every* purchaser of a timepiece thinks about and incorporates heavily into their decision. Whether it's a Richard Mille, or a Seiko 5--and for whatever purpose the watch is being purchased--that person's subjective value-to-cost ratio is always part of the equation.

[@ashleychambers7602]

Absolute top answer…..I love seikos and I’ve just purchased the green sumo which I think looks absolutely stunning. My dream watch would be the spring drive grand seiko

[@luisbperez368]

For most part of my career I was wearing suits and ties for court and protective details, I was a Deputy US Marshal. I loved watches and still do, but in those days I lost a beloved Seiko dress watch due to my job, during a trial there were 6 defendants from a drug organization and at one point they decided to engage the deputies in court, well they lost but I lost my suit and tie along with my Seiko watch. That same week I went to COSTCO with my wife for grocery shopping and I saw this beautiful diver homage watch for $49.99, please don't hate me it was and Invicta diver watch. Bought it and for 7 years it endured so many fights and arrests while another new deputy lost his graduation gift, a brand new Rolex Submariner. Nowadays after retiring almost three years ago my collection is about sports watches, dive watches and field watches, no dress watches because I don't wear suits and ties unless it is a special occasion. Yes I was like you, I bought about 5 watches at the beginning just to get that watch itch, nowadays I am more choosy with my watches. And yes, I love my Steinhart watches 😁😁😁 Best regards from San Juan, Puerto Rico, stay safe.

[@nomadben]

Such great advice! Wonderful video.