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It's not much different than the hundreds of threads boasting about buying low, hunting bargains at garage sales, seller didn't know what he had, snuck in the final bid, what new watch model will appreciate more, getting on waiting lists, etc...

Very glad you added this...

pdxleaf pdxleaf
Edit: not saying all collectors are also thinking about making a buck.

Because it was certainly appearing that you thought all were in it just to make a buck.

I think even for those who do all those things to "make a buck" what the OP here is proposing is different in a substantial way. He's essentially wanting us to teach him how to make a buck, where those other examples people have already learned about watches, and are employing that knowledge to buy watches. Some of those people might not even sell them on, but genuinely collect and wear them...

I can only speak for myself, but I don't buy watches to make money, I simply buy what I like. If it goes up or down in value, I'm fine either way, because I rarely sell anything, and if I do, I've typically had it for a long time and gotten enjoyment out of the watch. So even a "loss" is not really a loss.

So far the OP hasn't demonstrated any interest in watches other than as a vehicle to make money, and I really don't think that applies to most here.
 
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Very glad you added this...



Because it was certainly appearing that you thought all were in it just to make a buck.

I think even for those who do all those things to "make a buck" what the OP here is proposing is different in a substantial way. He's essentially wanting us to teach him how to make a buck, where those other examples people have already learned about watches, and are employing that knowledge to buy watches. Some of those people might not even sell them on, but genuinely collect and wear them...

I can only speak for myself, but I don't buy watches to make money, I simply buy what I like. If it goes up or down in value, I'm fine either way, because I rarely sell anything, and if I do, I've typically had it for a long time and gotten enjoyment out of the watch. So even a "loss" is not really a loss.

So far the OP hasn't demonstrated any interest in watches other than as a vehicle to make money, and I really don't think that applies to most here.
Maybe you need to do some research. 😁
 
Archer
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Maybe you need to do some research. 😁

No, I don't want to. I expect you to teach me so I can make money off you in the future! 😉
 
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Maybe you need to do some research. 😁
Ouch!

I don’t think the OP is “wrong” with wanting to make money on watches- if that’s his business plan, then bully for him and thanks for the transparency. But like many have said- read the room, man. This is not the right place to make that sales pitch. You don’t go to a funeral and hand out business cards- even if you were the florist.
 
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You don’t go to a funeral and hand out business cards- even if you were the florist.
Is it acceptable for a lawyer?
 
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Shabbaz Shabbaz
Is it acceptable for a lawyer?
You know, I was going to say personal injury attorney, but didn’t want to offend anyone here....but I forgot you guys are self aware 😉
 
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Shabbaz Shabbaz
Is it acceptable for a lawyer?
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Funny I was giving network advice. My network skills are very limited and usually consist of getting drunk as hell.
 
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Can I ask how you will be displaying your “inventory” as my wife is getting intrigued 🍿
 
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Shabbaz Shabbaz
Funny I was giving network advice. My network skills are very limited and usually consist of getting drunk as hell.

My type of networking, you always get to know a person better when they have had a few, the real character comes out to play.
 
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Shabbaz Shabbaz
My network skills are very limited and usually consist of getting drunk as hell.

I once or twice *networked* like this in Russia.

I learned they are better at *networking.*
 
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Funny I was giving network advice. My network skills are very limited and usually consist of getting drunk as hell.
I don't think that is "networking", but rather "courting" 🥰
 
The Father
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my name is Hipolito Corporan. I do not have nick name, & I’m just getting started.

Running back for several college football teams. Go Utes.
 
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Everybody has their own style, and the brash approach probably works a lot of the time in less geriatric crowds than this. The OP might consider watching some Archie Luxury videos to supplement his learning.
How do you dare!?!! I am still very young at heart!!! 😎
 
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it’s like sex. You don’t just say- hey baby, let’s fυck. But as you said- that may be a generational thing 😵‍💫

After all these years I’ve finally found out what I was doing wrong. Who’d have thought I’d learn this on a discussion group for watch nerds?
 
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I am really enjoying this post. Rather disturbing, no?
 
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