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Tools · 28 January 2008, 06:04 AM

I look over my small collection of time-pieces pretty often.

I'm always thinking of what I might like to have next, or why I just don't need another (or do I need another ?)...

Some might call me a collector as I have several Rolex, Omega, and Vintage Mickeys, and more than a dozen wall and mantle clocks...

But I see myself as a hobbyist.......

I see a difference....It's not just the collecting, it's everything about the time-piece that fascinates me, inside, outside, and it's history....yep, I see it as a hobby and a passion, and not just a collection or two..

One of several I have..

What about you..

What is it about the time-piece that gets your motor revving ????

f16570 · 28 January 2008, 06:09 AM

Wish I could afford to make it a hobby.

Gurmot · 28 January 2008, 06:12 AM

Now there's a leading question.

I also have a mixed collection but mostly Rolex and Omega (plus Doxa and Heuer - not TAG). I am a collector, no doubt about that, but it also my hobby. I spend hours and hours reading about watches .It's more of an obsession really. Best not to think about it too much!

CL65AMG · 28 January 2008, 06:14 AM

I would say that I am a hobbyist as well. I appreciate each of my Rolexes for their beauty and wear one every day. I am not aware of many other hobbies where you can invest a relatively small amount of money (compared to art, classic cars, etc.) and expect to get your money back or at least most of it provided you bought the watches right.

walds11 · 28 January 2008, 06:16 AM

Watches in general is my hobby and Rolex happens to be my favorite brand :)

Thani · 28 January 2008, 06:22 AM

you have to be active in your hobby..

blueface · 28 January 2008, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

What about you..

What is it about the time-piece that gets your motor revving ????

I don't know anymore. JUST MAKE IT STOP!!!

frostie · 28 January 2008, 06:45 AM

Wish if i could make it a hobby. Anyway i am happy with just one watch but i am sure that i will purchase another one in the near future.

CoopJr · 28 January 2008, 06:54 AM

Good observation Larry. Collecting is more about the hunt while being a Hobbyist is the nuts and bolts of what you collect

The history, the engineering etc.

I actually collect license plates for a hobby..beleive it or not. Not much nuts and bolts there..more collecting.

I could easily become a Rolex hobbyist if the $$ were there.

Prince · 28 January 2008, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by blueface

I don't know anymore. JUST MAKE IT STOP!!!

Not on your life, Dave. Perhaps a nice sewing forum would be to your liking?!?

GoldenBear · 28 January 2008, 07:10 AM

No. I am just a guy with 3 very nice watches who enjoys talking about them.

CoopJr · 28 January 2008, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Not on your life, Dave. Perhaps a nice sewing forum would be to your liking?!?

I can see it now:
JJ as our wool expert and we can have threads like "Do you sew with your left hand or right?"..."Did you get that sewing machine with a discount?"...and of course.."It's Friday...lets get stitchy with it!"

Spark · 28 January 2008, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by CoopJr

I can see it now:
JJ as our wool expert and we can have threads like "Do you sew with your left hand or right?"..."Did you get that sewing machine with a discount?"...and of course.."It's Friday...lets get stitchy with it!"

No Allan that wouldn't work as when JJ gets hold of the wool it is still attached to the rump of the sheep

watchlady · 28 January 2008, 07:20 AM

Definitely, a fun, interesting, rewarding but expensive one.

Anyone who posts often here is active in the watch hobby (or to be more politically correct watch special interest group) otherwise you would just wear your watch and enjoy it by yourself. If you are reading and writing about watches it's a hobby even if you only have one or don't even have one but are really interested in Rolex or watches in general.

I have several other hobbies and I often jump from one to the other as a main interest but I always come back to each.

Prince · 28 January 2008, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by CoopJr

I can see it now:
JJ as our wool expert and we can have threads like "Do you sew with your left hand or right?"..."Did you get that sewing machine with a discount?"...and of course.."It's Friday...lets get stitchy with it!"

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Originally Posted by Spark

No Allan that wouldn't work as when JJ gets hold of the wool it is still attached to the rump of the sheep

LMAO - you both know he's gonna come roaring in here sooner or later, saying things like: "How the hell did I get dragged into this thread? ©", or "What did I ever do to deserve this? ©", or "Oh woe is me ©"...

Felly Jr. · 28 January 2008, 07:28 AM

All this talk of JJ and sheep brings up a curious question. Does he ever get the wool pulled over his eyes, and if so, how often?

Prince · 28 January 2008, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Felly Jr.

All this talk of JJ and sheep brings up a curious question. Does he ever get the wool pulled over his eyes, and if so, how often?

Every night, I would imagine!

Mr. K · 28 January 2008, 07:35 AM

I am just happy I found something in life that I get so much enjoyment out of.

Family, friends, health, and my faith are all top shelf. But for hobbies watches sure are fun.

What do I like about them? To me it is like looking at a piece of art. In my pre WIS days a watch was just a watch. But now I look at the types of hands, What parts are polished or brushed. Clasp and bracelet construction and if the dial is balanced. Just admiration for a well put together watch.

vukotab · 28 January 2008, 07:43 AM

A hobby for me,without a doubt.Unfortunately,expensive one!

JJ Irani · 28 January 2008, 08:16 AM

How come I get continuously dragged into these conversations, tossers?

Spark · 28 January 2008, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

How come I get continuously dragged into these conversations, tossers?

CoopJr · 28 January 2008, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prince

LMAO - you both know he's gonna come roaring in here sooner or later, saying things like: "How the hell did I get dragged into this thread? ©", or "What did I ever do to deserve this? ©", or "Oh woe is me ©"...

mailman · 28 January 2008, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Spark

No Allan that wouldn't work as when JJ gets hold of the wool it is still attached to the rump of the sheep

I'd say it's held on with Super Glue but JJ's too hairy so it's just gotta be Gorilla Glue

Tools · 28 January 2008, 09:14 AM

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Leighton · 28 January 2008, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by watchlady

Definitely, a fun, interesting, rewarding but expensive one.

Anyone who posts often here is active in the watch hobby (or to be more politically correct watch special interest group) otherwise you would just wear your watch and enjoy it by yourself. If you are reading and writing about watches it's a hobby even if you only have one or don't even have one but are really interested in Rolex or watches in general.

I have several other hobbies and I often jump from one to the other as a main interest but I always come back to each.

My thoughts exactly! Couldn't have said it better, Lisa.

BuffaloRolex · 28 January 2008, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by CoopJr

Good observation Larry. Collecting is more about the hunt while being a Hobbyist is the nuts and bolts of what you collect

The history, the engineering etc.

I actually collect license plates for a hobby..beleive it or not. Not much nuts and bolts there..more collecting.

I could easily become a Rolex hobbyist if the $$ were there.

That's neat, Allan. My Uncle-in-law collects license plates as well. Has quite a massive collection.

mdx77 · 28 January 2008, 10:54 AM

I like to think of myself as an enthusiast as to having a hobby. Most of us here would probably agree. It's great feeling to be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor and have something you enjoy to show for it. Not for the sake of "showing off", but more of self accomplishment. And being here to read and share our stories brings with it it's own reward and "extended" friendship.

DoxaDavid · 28 January 2008, 11:00 AM

I would have to say I collect watches and I am a Rolex hobbyist?

I love watches and would go as far as saying I can even get a little passionate about a few with Rolex and Doxa in particular. Don't know if I answered your question or not..But that's it in a nut shell!

BobD · 28 January 2008, 11:15 AM

one thing or another. I've always liked miniature things; guess it started with toy boats and trucks when I was a kid.

Watches are exquisite miniatures; miniature machines that you can actually carry around with you and which serve practical functions as well as provide aesthetic beauty and excitement. And oh the variety to choose from. LOVE IT!!

Orchi · 28 January 2008, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Some might call me a collector as I have several Rolex, Omega, and Vintage Mickeys, and more than a dozen wall and mantle clocks...

But I see myself as a hobbyist.......

What is it about the time-piece that gets your motor revving ????

Err buddy Larry...Orchi too considers to be more like a nutty hobbyist rather than being called a collector...

Apart from the Rolexes that Orchi keeps n wears on the wrists(or at times around the ankle

) with pride n passion...Orchi has amongst few other mantle clocks...this old German Kienzle wall clock that's still running n chiming beautifully despite its old age...

28 January 2008, 06:04 AM	#1
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Rolex....Is It Your Hobby ??? I look over my small collection of time-pieces pretty often. I'm always thinking of what I might like to have next, or why I just don't need another (or do I need another ?)... Some might call me a collector as I have several Rolex, Omega, and Vintage Mickeys, and more than a dozen wall and mantle clocks... But I see myself as a hobbyist....... I see a difference....It's not just the collecting, it's everything about the time-piece that fascinates me, inside, outside, and it's history....yep, I see it as a hobby and a passion, and not just a collection or two.. One of several I have.. What about you.. What is it about the time-piece that gets your motor revving ???? __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

28 January 2008, 06:09 AM	#2
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Wish I could afford to make it a hobby. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

28 January 2008, 06:45 AM	#8
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Wish if i could make it a hobby. Anyway i am happy with just one watch but i am sure that i will purchase another one in the near future. __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

28 January 2008, 07:10 AM	#11
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	No. I am just a guy with 3 very nice watches who enjoys talking about them. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

28 January 2008, 07:20 AM	#14
watchlady "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: the other Lisa Location: Metro New York Watch: SS/RG Datejust Posts: 1,014	Definitely, a fun, interesting, rewarding but expensive one. Anyone who posts often here is active in the watch hobby (or to be more politically correct watch special interest group) otherwise you would just wear your watch and enjoy it by yourself. If you are reading and writing about watches it's a hobby even if you only have one or don't even have one but are really interested in Rolex or watches in general. I have several other hobbies and I often jump from one to the other as a main interest but I always come back to each. __________________ Oyster Date 15200 : DJ Mid TT RG 178241: DJ SS 116234 Sub ND 14060M : PLATTY YM 16622 : Milgauss 116400 White

28 January 2008, 06:12 AM	#3
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	Now there's a leading question. I also have a mixed collection but mostly Rolex and Omega (plus Doxa and Heuer - not TAG). I am a collector, no doubt about that, but it also my hobby. I spend hours and hours reading about watches .It's more of an obsession really. Best not to think about it too much!

28 January 2008, 06:14 AM	#4
CL65AMG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Andrew Location: Kentucky Watch: Any Rolex Posts: 1,102	I would say that I am a hobbyist as well. I appreciate each of my Rolexes for their beauty and wear one every day. I am not aware of many other hobbies where you can invest a relatively small amount of money (compared to art, classic cars, etc.) and expect to get your money back or at least most of it provided you bought the watches right.

28 January 2008, 06:16 AM	#5
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,660	Watches in general is my hobby and Rolex happens to be my favorite brand :)

28 January 2008, 06:22 AM	#6
Thani Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Thani Location: Dubai UAE Watch: Milgauss 116400 GV Posts: 2,082	you have to be active in your hobby..

28 January 2008, 06:54 AM	#9
CoopJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Coop Location: U.S.A. Watch: Subs Posts: 6,455	Good observation Larry. Collecting is more about the hunt while being a Hobbyist is the nuts and bolts of what you collect The history, the engineering etc. I actually collect license plates for a hobby..beleive it or not. Not much nuts and bolts there..more collecting. I could easily become a Rolex hobbyist if the $$ were there.

28 January 2008, 07:28 AM	#16
Felly Jr. "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Felly Location: Washington State Watch: SS Daytona/GV Posts: 2,998	All this talk of JJ and sheep brings up a curious question. Does he ever get the wool pulled over his eyes, and if so, how often?

28 January 2008, 07:35 AM	#18
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,078	I am just happy I found something in life that I get so much enjoyment out of. Family, friends, health, and my faith are all top shelf. But for hobbies watches sure are fun. What do I like about them? To me it is like looking at a piece of art. In my pre WIS days a watch was just a watch. But now I look at the types of hands, What parts are polished or brushed. Clasp and bracelet construction and if the dial is balanced. Just admiration for a well put together watch.

28 January 2008, 07:43 AM	#19
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	A hobby for me,without a doubt.Unfortunately,expensive one!

28 January 2008, 08:16 AM	#20
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	How come I get continuously dragged into these conversations, tossers? __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

28 January 2008, 09:14 AM	#24
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	--------------------------------- __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

28 January 2008, 10:54 AM	#27
mdx77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Kurt Location: Philly Burbs!! Posts: 3,296	I like to think of myself as an enthusiast as to having a hobby. Most of us here would probably agree. It's great feeling to be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor and have something you enjoy to show for it. Not for the sake of "showing off", but more of self accomplishment. And being here to read and share our stories brings with it it's own reward and "extended" friendship. __________________ “This is your last chance. After this, there is no turning back. You take the BLUE pill - the story ends; you wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the RED pill - you stay in Wonderland, and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes.” Rolex Submariner 116610LV Hulk \| Rolex GMT 16710 Pepsi \| Omega Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday” \| Tudor Black Bay 79220R “ETA Rose” \| Tudor Pelagos Blue Dial \| Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold 116618LB \| Rolex Milgauss “Z-Blue” 116400GV

28 January 2008, 11:00 AM	#28
DoxaDavid "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: David Location: Minneapolis, Mn Posts: 3,271	I would have to say I collect watches and I am a Rolex hobbyist? I love watches and would go as far as saying I can even get a little passionate about a few with Rolex and Doxa in particular. Don't know if I answered your question or not..But that's it in a nut shell! __________________ DOXA-AFICIONADO "It has been my experience that folks who have no vices have very few virtues. " Abraham Lincoln 1809-1865

28 January 2008, 11:15 AM	#29
BobD Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Duchin Location: Southern Cal Watch: Sub 5512 Posts: 24	I've always collected... one thing or another. I've always liked miniature things; guess it started with toy boats and trucks when I was a kid. Watches are exquisite miniatures; miniature machines that you can actually carry around with you and which serve practical functions as well as provide aesthetic beauty and excitement. And oh the variety to choose from. LOVE IT!!

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