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[Question] starting a watch collection (alien.top)

submitted 1 year ago by BenniHB@alien.top to c/watches@style.land

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I am currently thinking of starting a watch collection. My budget is around (+/-) $1,200 per year. I am looking to buy one watch per year or maybe every two years if the one year budget is not enough. I know i won’t be able to get any high end watches but would like to buy something that keeps its value or even increases (is this even possible with watches in this price category?).

what brands should I avoid and what not?
any specific models recommended?
what is a good place to buy a watch and how can I determine if it is a fair price?
at what point should I invest into one of those automatic watch boxes?

Thanks!

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[–] Jennysparking@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Hmm. Maaaaybe, if you bought like, an old vintage watch in good condition that was interesting in a way that won't fade away? Like an antique Vulcain Cricket or a railroad-age Ball pocket watch. Other than that, though I think you're out of luck.