Not a grail, but do you have a horological black hole?

[M'Bob]

I think at some point, we’ve all identified a particular watch model we like, check out the market, and, if we can afford it, rationally go about obtaining it. Many collectors build an entire collection this way.

But then there’s that one that hits you in the gut, like that girl from high school you continue to think about years later.

And you get, and you like it, and you need more. And you keep buying the same model, looking for those ever-diminishing differences to justify another purchase. And each one you get, you see it and enjoy it FOR those insignificant variations, even though many would just shake their head in disbelief.

Now, one could argue that this level of obsession is uncomfortable, that it’s coming from some pathological, untamable place. But is it? Or is it fantastic and joyous?

Here’s mine…what’s yours?

 

[bradurani]

 

[styggpyggeno1]

Oh... a horological black hole... and not a grail?

Well - how about having 60 watches. I will give you one word.

Service.

 

[Vitezi]

M'Bob

And you keep buying the same model, looking for those ever-diminishing differences to justify another purchase.

🤔

 

[TexOmega]

I'm from the other end of the spectrum, I like variety across all brands, so I'm more horizontal than vertical with my collecting.

 

[JwRosenthal]

Huh, did someone say something about holes?

 

[bombaywalla]

LOL! 😁😁

not yet reached the Event Horizon this horological blackhole......

 

[CPRwatch]

I’m in deep & loving it

 

[marcn]

Is this a black hole?

 

[TLIGuy]

I'm going to propose to the moderators a @M'Bob sticky thread entitled "Deep Thoughts with M'Bob" where we can discuss your horological musings in one place for posterity. In all sincerity, I enjoy your thought provoking questions my friend.

 

[M'Bob]

TLIGuy

I'm going to propose to the moderators a @M'Bob sticky thread entitled "Deep Thoughts with M'Bob" where we can discuss your horological musingins in one place for posterity. Love your thought provoking questions my friend.

Thanks! That gave me a good chuckle!

 

[cvalue13]

I like threads that make me feel like a reasonable person in contrast to you hoarders 👍

 

[MoclovFlop]

I think the other word is "insane" - doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.

But yes, I like early electric watches (I've added many more since this photo)

 

[Larry S]

Defines my collection…..

 

[styggpyggeno1]

At one time I thought I needed four captains onboard but now I am down to two... and I have sold the boat.



But I still need five el primeros to time the breakfast eggs. One for each minute.

 

[Watch my Whisky]

Omegaforums

 

[Spruce]

In February, an OF member very kindly suggested that this Baylor might interest me. It was in good condition and well priced (and with a UK seller).

I didn’t bid. Another OF member bought it.

I keep looking for a twin ……

 

[Waltesefalcon]

Railroaders.

 

[gbesq]

1950’s and 1960’s Seamasters. You can never have just one. 😀

 

[Tubber]

gbesq

1950’s and 1960’s Seamasters. You can never have just one. 😀

Now that you have your Ranchero..........if you feel the urge.............DIBS on any of those Seamasters.