The Urban Gentry Channel: Top 10 Tips for Watch Collecting

Hello watch world. Today I would like to share 10 tips for watch collecting that I thought were pretty straight forward and helpful. The tips came from a recent video from Tristano over at The Urban Gentry Channel. I figured I would share in hope it can help someone on their next watch purchase or someone new to collecting watches.

 

10. Buy within your budget

• Don’t go into debt for a wristwatch.

• Many great watches at all price points.
• Can have fun choosing within your range.

 

9. Buy for yourself

• Do not buy to impress others! (biggest mistake)
• You will be the one wearing the watch daily.
• Take & use advice. Ultimately pick what makes you happy!

8. Try something new

• The classics or vintage may not be your style.
• Check out a variety of different brands & complications.
• Don’t dismiss a watch until you have tried it on.

7. Don’t compromise

• Stick to your guns and don’t get distracted by other watches.
• Don’t rush on making your purchase.
• Continue saving & buy your grail watch!

6. Learn from your mistakes

• Tastes change. ( watch crushes )
• Keep evolving your collection.

5. Always do your research

• Arm yourself with knowledge!
• Lots & lots of great information is at your finger tips. Search online forums! Great help is always available.

4. Collection themes

• Different watches for different occasions.
• Match outfits, tatses, or hobbies.
• Learn to enjoy certain complications.

3. Bigger is not always better

• Larger collections are harder to maintain.
• Watches lay around or don’t see wrist time.
• Figure out the keepers!

2. Setting goals

• Always have something to look forward to and to work towards. The reward will be well worth the wait.

1. Enjoy your journey  (most crucial tip)

• Take in and enjoy the research.
• Have fun looking and trying on all different watches to get a feel of your style.
• Enjoy your new watch you worked hard to get!

 

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