New Here - Thoughts on my collection philosophy?

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Welcome to the forum, Jack! As you pick your watches, buy what you love. Don’t consider value retention, so much as quality. They generally go hand in hand, anyway. I agree you need a G shock. A fun one, perhaps?

Kat


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Thanks Kat, yes a G shock is in my future and will take your advice into consideration!

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by Njkdog

Sounds like a solid plan. As has been said before, I would not worry about value retention. Especially if you’re going to keep it for life. I feel like you picked that Longines because you really like it. I bet a lot of your plan will change overtime, including the dress watch

Welcome to the hobby

thanks Njkdog, my wallet is excited for this new hobby.

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by Watchsprings

I think you are starting out right with the Explorer. It has become one of my favorites. It’s ok to have a plan but as you do more and more research you will find other watches that appeal to you. Also a Sub and Exp can coexist in one collection those were my first 2 Rolex watches. Enjoy the journey!

Thanks, I look forward to the journey.

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by nosignalbmwdriver

keep explorer, keep sub, get rid of the rest and add a nice rose or white gold rolex. life’s too short to nerf your wrist at work.

I like your philosophy, just need to get over the mental hurdle and not caring what other people think. I'll start with one Rolex and see how it goes. baby. steps.

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by 1William

So many watches that will work it come down to choice. I like the Explorer but not as much as a Submariner. I would go either/or and I would choose the Submariner for appearance, wear and the glide lock clasp that makes every wear a perfect pick. I would then step away from Rolex and buy a SS Omega Speedmaster Professional with the Hesalite crystal on a bracelet. They say it is a 42mm but it wears significantly smaller. Add a couple of straps and you have a multipurpose watch that can be dressed up. I would then add a Seiko Diver or a G-Shock for my beater watch and I would be done until I had some time wearing what I have.

I like this approach a lot, appreciate the feedback.

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by HHIslander

I like your current strategy. It will likely change though, they usually do. A collection imo should have at a minimum: sporty daily, dressier and a beater. Mine are 16710, OP39 white and a citizen. You have that covered. Have fun and welcome.

Nice collection!

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by travisb

Welcome! Those are some great choices. A Sub and Exp will stand up to anything.
Buy what you love. Don't let your decisions be influenced by hype. Enjoy the journey!

thanks Tavisb!

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Welcome to the forum Jack.

The Explorer or the Submariner will do pretty much everything you need.

It’s a great place to start and you just might find you only need one watch

good to know, looking forward to seeing how things progress.