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[Collection] My Very Humble, Very Budget Start To Collecting (alien.top)
submitted 11 months ago by Crescit@alien.top to c/watches@style.land
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These are the first three watches I have every purchased that are not "fashion" watches. I stumbled upon this subreddit by accident a little while back and just started reading more about watches and got kind of hooked on the idea of learning about watches and starting a collection for myself.

I spent so much time browsing the budget brands like Seiko, Citizen, Casio and Timex and decided to treat myself for my birthday. As I am still learning I did not want to overdo it with my initial purchase and wanted to start small to make sure this is something I wanted to commit to and eventually spend more on.

At this point I have no idea what my "grail" watch is or even what my next watch will be, But I am quite pleased with my initial purchase!

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[–] Devildog_627@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

I have both the Timex and Casio in my collection as well! This is a fantastic beginning.

[–] NeverAppropriate@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

A very solid non fashion start! Welcome to the club. :)

[–] Dyslexicpig@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Nice beginning! Also check out some microbrands - there are lots around and you support small businesses. As a bonus, you can also find some very unique pieces!

[–] harDCore182@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago (2 children)

any particular microbrands come to mind?

[–] nate2188764@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

Lorier, Baltic

[–] HappySpam@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

Great picks! :)

[–] delicioustreeblood@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

Dressy ✅, sporty ✅, casual ✅

Recommendation: G-Shock 5610 (atomic sync, solar, water resistance, tough)

[–] BlastShell@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

You did well

[–] CoolCatConn@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

Quite like the Timex from that collection. Lovely everyday watch

[–] 22ndBoyMagician@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

Love that Casio Duro

[–] RockitDanger@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

You should stop here and wear them until all three are broken before you even think of getting another. These all look great

[–] bingeingwatches@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

You have made excellent choices! This is a great way to start and learn your preferences.

Collect affordable first

$200 watch collection

[–] VGEez@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

Could've almost had 1 actual decent watch but ofc ya know....quantity > quality