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Does the Itch Go Away?

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I stepped back and disengaged from browsing during my lunchtime today.

Went out for a cycle and the first car I saw had a private plate which started with the letters TAG. PMSL.
 
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THFan346 bpsmith
I stepped back and disengaged from browsing during my lunchtime today.

Went out for a cycle and the first car I saw had a private plate which started with the letters TAG. PMSL.
Sounds like a Carrera or Autavia is in your future ::stirthepot::
 
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THFan346 bpsmith
My question is, if I indulge now, will the itch to buy another go away

No.

THFan346 bpsmith
or is this a continual hell for anyone inclined to collect things!?!

Exactly that.
 
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Sounds like a Carrera or Autavia is in your future ::stirthepot::
Was considering a Carrera or Aquaracer before choosing the Seamaster, as it happens. Looked at the Autavia and their not for me.

Aquaracer seems most likely, as there are a few of those that still appeal. On a rubber or nato strap most likely.
 
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bardamu bardamu
No.



Exactly that.
Ah but you could have far worse collectible interests. Choose wisely, enjoy what you buy, look after them and you should be okay. Some great advice on the forum so try and consult here before you buy.
 
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Ah but you could have far worse collectible interests. Choose wisely, enjoy what you buy, look after them and you should be okay. Some great advice on the forum so try and consult here before you buy.
On that basis, what would you all buy next?

I predict that Speedmaster will be the obvious suggestion. I like looking at them, but they don’t spark the lust to buy for me, I am sorry to say.

Any other suggestions, not necessarily only from Omega?
 
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Well as watch enthusiasts, which we all are, I’d suggest that the watch most importantly needs to appeal to you. Why not take a look at posts on the following great threads here (below). I find these to be a font of information. Follow them over time and you’ll get a good sense of what’s considered desirable, at a good price and what to be mindful of or avoid!!

https://omegaforums.net/threads/rec...-watches-only-on-ebay-not-for-inquiries.1790/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/recommended-modern-omega-watches-on-ebay-not-inquiries.5447/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/rec...-watches-only-on-ebay-not-for-inquiries.1790/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/rec...tage-new-deals-on-ebay-other-auctions.113139/
 
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While the “itch” may not (ever) go away, and in fact may even get “worse”, at the end of the day you will be able to satisfy it with many other things than just adding another watch to your collection. Indeed, you can instead:
- keep increasing your knowledge on one or several models you are interested in;
- you can share the camaraderie of fellow watch enthusiasts on virtual places like OF or in real life get together (GTG) events (the latter has the huge advantage of allowing you to experience watches without spending any $£€¥);
- you can visit watch retailers or watch museums (horology museum in La Chaux de Fond, the Patek Watch Museum in Geneva, the clock and watch museum in Bristol, CT, the Flamsteed house in Greenwich near London, etc etc);
- you can attend watch auctions… and especially their previews where you can (again) handle watches in the metal;

Etc. Etc. Etc. 👍
 
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gbesq gbesq
So you’re implying that there could be some kind of long term issue associated with this hobby? 😲
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A watch for every occasion. I like! 😁
 
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Watch collections are built with disposable income. Once you’ve bought a watch, you have something to show for it. For example, I quit smoking 41 years ago, this year. That entails a LOT of disposable income that might have gone up in smoke! I spent that tobacco money on watches. I have spent less on my collection than I would have spent on tobacco had I not quit. After 45 years of collecting, I have 130 watches, instead of receipts for the tobacco I might have bought, had I not quit smoking.
 
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Watch collections are built with disposable income. Once you’ve bought a watch, you have something to show for it. For example, I quit smoking 41 years ago, this year. That entails a LOT of disposable income that might have gone up in smoke! I spent that tobacco money on watches. I have spent less on my collection than I would have spent on tobacco had I not quit. After 45 years of collecting, I have 130 watches, instead of receipts for the tobacco I might have bought, had I not quit smoking.
Le tabac: c'est tabou, on en viendra tous a bout...
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OP, for me watches have become a life-long hobby.

I enjoy the research, learning + interacting with people here and the hunt as much as the purchase and wearing experience.

I agree with all the great advice posted already.

The only thing implied, but perhaps not mentioned, is this is a very universal passion.
 
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Ok, so I didn’t browse for a few days but glanced at one watch I like the look of, that’s cheaper than all the others I had fancied. Turns out it’s 50% off currently, so decided to grab it.

I know that it won’t be up there with my Omega, but that’s cool with me. It is Titanium body, Sapphire crystal and 70 hour power reserve.

Not everyone’s taste but I reckon it will look very nice on.
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THFan346 bpsmith
Ok, so I didn’t browse for a few days but glanced at one watch I like the look of, that’s cheaper than all the others I had fancied. Turns out it’s 50% off currently, so decided to grab it.

I know that it won’t be up there with my Omega, but that’s cool with me. It is Titanium body, Sapphire Glass and 70 hour power reserve.

Not everyone’s taste but I reckon it will look very nice on.
I don't know if that's a good price but it sure is a nice looking watch. 👍
 
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Watch collections are built with disposable income. Once you’ve bought a watch, you have something to show for it. For example, I quit smoking 41 years ago, this year. That entails a LOT of disposable income that might have gone up in smoke! I spent that tobacco money on watches. I have spent less on my collection than I would have spent on tobacco had I not quit. After 45 years of collecting, I have 130 watches, instead of receipts for the tobacco I might have bought, had I not quit smoking.
You might also have died.
 
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I have been obsessed with watches since I was a child of around 9 or 10 and I turned 61 yesterday, so no the obsession has not wained for me.
 
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I feel like this is a post that should be entitled Watch Collectors Anonymous.

My question is, if I indulge now, will the itch to buy another go away or is this a continual hell for anyone inclined to collect things!?!

On the other hand, is it that much sweeter if you wait?

Itches come and go, and some are stronger than others. As a collector there will always be something on your radar, and if an opportunity arises for something that you would love to personally own, and you can afford it, then why not add it to the collection.

That said I think it is often sweeter if you can wait. You get to enjoy the anticipation and with time you can root out passing fancies and focus in on what you really want. On that note be careful not to get swept up in social media hype. The power of influencers should not be underestimated.

Collecting is a journey, and what interests you now may not in a few years time as your tastes and preferences develop and you get deeper into it. My journey started a few years ago with a pre-owned no-date sub and at the time I had no ambition to own any other watches. 3 Speedies and at least half a dozen other "scratched itches" later...
 
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