How to pick out a watch?

I tend to err on the side of not buying. That means spending time trying on the watches and then waiting to see if I really want one. No issues if something is sold out.

Yes, the internet whets the appetite in many ways.

I am somewhat of a different mindset than most here, in a way. I don't consider a watch "a piece" or many watches "a collection".

E.g., my 5 jeans are not pieces and collectively are not a collection, They are jeans that I wear, perhaps each for different reasons / occasions.

And I certainly never buy thinking that I may resell them 😀

I ask myself, "Is this a need or a want? Either way, does it suit me, and is the style my style? How many do I already have and when will I use the new one?"

If I won't use it within the next 2 weeks, don't buy it.

So for example, I would never buy a watch thinking I will wear it with a suit in 2 months. And I would never buy thinking that if I don't like it I will resell it.

"Are ebtaylor really not satisfied with his watch?"

Illeism: The ancient trick to help you think more wisely - BBC Worklife