compulsive buyer or researcher..?

[train-time]

A bit of both; I do a lot of research, but have also been known to have bought compulsively. Now I put new models that I desire on a wish list for several months and they must stand the test of time before I pull the trigger. Many have fallen off the list while others are moved around in rank order and still remain on the list. In the end, time will tell! I call it a controlled approach to conservative growth.

[FremStar]

I would say I am a researcher... I recall coming on this site reading JJ's threads and was enamored with the GMT and when I saw Mike's (moderator) collection that did it for me I just had to have one... Since then I have acquired the 116710, 116713, and 116718 amongst other Rolex pieces on this site. My wife would beg to differ and call me a compulsive buyer... What the heck who's keeping tabs anyway?

[B. Doggy]

Researching is one of the best parts!

[rfknauss]

Research is definitely part of the fun.

[GradyPhilpott]

I'm a compulsive researcher, but I am an impulsive buyer.

The research reduces the risk of impulsivity.

[SS Oyster]

Buy them from the reputable guys on this site, like Tony (JustRolexes). He saves me tons of time and always has terrific watches at great deals.

[ArthurU]

My personal tendency is to practice extremely in-depth research prior to making any transaction final. I would strongly recommend anyone purchasing a rolex perform this sort decision making, and further to know exactly what they want.

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by ArthurU

My personal tendency leans toasted extremely in-depth research prior to making any transaction final. I would strongly recommend anyone purchasing a rolex perform this sort decision making, and further to know exactly what they want.

I would agree, except that research is cold and all the logic in the world cannot overcome the emotion of seeing just the right watch at just the right time.

I did plenty of research before buying both my 114270 and my 116200, but the decision was made in the instant that I saw the watch that "did it for me" at the time.

If logic was the totality of the process, then I would have bought a Sub, but it was pure emotion that sold me on both the Explorer and the DJ.

As it is, the Sub will have to wait and I'm good with that.

[Boopie]

nothing wrong with researching expensive, mechanical items such as a luxury watch, car, motorcycle, etc., or other costly things such as a home, where to go to college, etc.

If, however, you spend the same amount of time researching which potato chip to buy, then you should be concerned.

[Rolex Freak]

Researcher.