Au revoir: A last goodbye to four great watches

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Yesterday I decided to part with some watches that I had accumulated in my collection. I sort of already regret it but on the other hand I don't think I will ever part with any of my watches without having second thoughts.

Anyway, just wanted to share them with you one last time. Sorry for not having better pictures - I just thought that I would take two before they left me forever. Didn't even have time to set them to 10 past 10.

I sold them to my local watchmaker. Probably could've gotten a bit more in C2C trades, but I like him and he has cut me some fair deals before. And I know he will treat them well before they continue on their journey.

Ref. 135.001, 135.070, 135.020 SP. The last 32mm Seamaster I didn't open.

 
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Gotta do what ya gotta do. When things take a turn for the better there will still be plenty of vintage watches to be had 👍
 
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I feel you. Watch collecting has taken the backseat in my life. Not due to necessity but due to me being cautious. Better times will come, that's for sure.
 
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Watches come and go. Right now I'm stuck in the budget segment. Still swiss made though.
 
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Watches come and go. Right now I'm stuck in the budget segment. Still swiss made though.
C’mon over to the bargain thread- lots of Swiss Caravelle’s and Benrus’ under $100.

OP: Sorry you had to let some prizes go, but it may be an opportunity to refocus the collection. There seems to be a lot of that going on these days.
 
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Why all the doom and gloom? I'll try a different tack. Congrats on the sale! You can't be a collector without selling sometimes.
 
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It’s just a correction in your collecting journey. I look forward to your future additions.
 
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Why all the doom and gloom? I'll try a different tack. Congrats on the sale! You can't be a collector without selling sometimes.
I thought so myself. I think people belive that I had to let them go due to covid and if that was the case the comments are really very sweet (as they are anyway).
But in reality I just wanted to focus my watches and make room for something new. So thanks!