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dddrees · 14 August 2012, 12:24 AM

It trully depends on the individual in the end. If you have to ask it's probably not the right thing for you. If it were you wouldn't have any doubts.

Me, I still like more than just one watch.

mgent · 14 August 2012, 04:22 AM

I would suspect for most who have multiple watches (4 or 5+), the transition to 1 grail would not last for very long... I have the watches I have for a few reasons:
- I like variety
- I need watches for various situations (work optics, formal dress, boating/diving, weekend, etc)
- Significant personal meaning (these would never be traded)

I have often considered trading a few of mine in for a significant upgrade, where I would go from 9 to 5 or so, but have another really significant piece (or 'grail'). The challenge I am always faced with is which piece to get: YG YMII? RG DDII? AP ROO? ALS Lange 1? hence my problem. Even if I do make the move, I know I would end up back wanting/trying to buy the others on the list due to the reasons listed above, and in the process would spend a large chunk of cash to get there.

This is why I am where I am today - content with my collection, but always striving to move to the next step. The harder I work, and more I am able to achieve, I will start the upgrade process - not by trading in 2 or 3 watches on one, but by replacing one of my current with one from my wish-list, and keeping my variety, my needs filled, and most importantly keeping the little bit of motivation that that next piece provides.

RRGHOST1 · 14 August 2012, 04:40 AM

One watch would do me and that would be my Grail watch the WG SkyDweller !

goldrolielove · 14 August 2012, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Now we're talking....

Funny how I actually thought of you when writing that !

tom2517 · 14 August 2012, 09:36 AM

I don't think I can only just wear one watch. My grail is PP 5207 but that is not a watch I would wear everyday. I could however, cut it down to 2-3 watches.

Wear 218206 for normal days, and 5207 for special occasions. I need a sporty watch though, maybe the smurf.

Chipmunk · 14 August 2012, 09:47 AM

I'm going with 1 grail & 2 beaters.

P.S. Just do it!

exxondus · 14 August 2012, 10:27 AM

I used to think i can b a one watch person. In the end, gave up n never looked back. For some reason, a grail doesnt remain a grail for long once acquired. At least for me.

wuyeah · 14 August 2012, 01:21 PM

If I have the money, 1 Grail. That will be this one.

caryyee · 14 August 2012, 01:29 PM

If you sold all your watches for your grail watch, would you wear it all the time? If yes, you'll soon find yourself another watch to drool over, to become a grail watch, and so the cycle begins again!

HL65 · 14 August 2012, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goldrolielove

Funny how I actually thought of you when writing that !

LightOnAHill · 14 August 2012, 01:39 PM

i have like 10 grail watches, and then 10 watches after that on the short list not grail watches to be sprinkled in like salad

Hairdude1 · 14 August 2012, 03:24 PM

I like all of mine. I plan on saving for next purchases

14 August 2012, 12:24 AM	#31
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	It trully depends on the individual in the end. If you have to ask it's probably not the right thing for you. If it were you wouldn't have any doubts. Me, I still like more than just one watch. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

14 August 2012, 04:40 AM	#33
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,997	One watch would do me and that would be my Grail watch the WG SkyDweller ! __________________ RRGHOST1

14 August 2012, 09:47 AM	#36
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	I'm going with 1 grail & 2 beaters. P.S. Just do it! __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

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14 August 2012, 04:22 AM	#32
mgent "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chicago / Boca Posts: 361	I would suspect for most who have multiple watches (4 or 5+), the transition to 1 grail would not last for very long... I have the watches I have for a few reasons: - I like variety - I need watches for various situations (work optics, formal dress, boating/diving, weekend, etc) - Significant personal meaning (these would never be traded) I have often considered trading a few of mine in for a significant upgrade, where I would go from 9 to 5 or so, but have another really significant piece (or 'grail'). The challenge I am always faced with is which piece to get: YG YMII? RG DDII? AP ROO? ALS Lange 1? hence my problem. Even if I do make the move, I know I would end up back wanting/trying to buy the others on the list due to the reasons listed above, and in the process would spend a large chunk of cash to get there. This is why I am where I am today - content with my collection, but always striving to move to the next step. The harder I work, and more I am able to achieve, I will start the upgrade process - not by trading in 2 or 3 watches on one, but by replacing one of my current with one from my wish-list, and keeping my variety, my needs filled, and most importantly keeping the little bit of motivation that that next piece provides.

14 August 2012, 09:36 AM	#35
tom2517 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Asia & US Posts: 1,551	I don't think I can only just wear one watch. My grail is PP 5207 but that is not a watch I would wear everyday. I could however, cut it down to 2-3 watches. Wear 218206 for normal days, and 5207 for special occasions. I need a sporty watch though, maybe the smurf.

14 August 2012, 10:27 AM	#37
exxondus "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Singapore Posts: 568	I used to think i can b a one watch person. In the end, gave up n never looked back. For some reason, a grail doesnt remain a grail for long once acquired. At least for me.

14 August 2012, 01:21 PM	#38
wuyeah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NYC Posts: 952	If I have the money, 1 Grail. That will be this one.

14 August 2012, 01:29 PM	#39
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	If you sold all your watches for your grail watch, would you wear it all the time? If yes, you'll soon find yourself another watch to drool over, to become a grail watch, and so the cycle begins again!

14 August 2012, 01:39 PM	#41
LightOnAHill "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Bryan Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: YG DD lchdp Posts: 2,963	i have like 10 grail watches, and then 10 watches after that on the short list not grail watches to be sprinkled in like salad

14 August 2012, 03:24 PM	#42
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	I like all of mine. I plan on saving for next purchases

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