But what if you could only have one watch? A watch that would remain timeless, hold its value, and still possess these traits after sitting in a time capsule for a few decades....
Read More
My questions is, what watches (and brands) can be categorized as potentially promising investments as time progresses and our tastes evolve? Now before I jump to conclusions and address you with....
Read More
Every expert has been inexperienced, every blogger has been blog-less, and every dealer has had, at one time, no watches to sell. That's life! But I'd be more than happy to give you a few tips on how to go from an unseasoned collector to a full-fledged W.I.S....
Read More
For many of us watch guys, watches aren't enough--especially around the holidays. Straps are a must-have, a watch roll is an imperative accessory, a high-grade loupe is equally invaluable, and a historically-accurate, brilliantly written watch book is an investment in itself. Here's my 2014 holiday gift guide....
Read More
Question: I am currently a freshman in college and I'm looking to buy my first vintage watch. Omega and Rolex interest me, but at my budget of $2000-$2500 there are so many watches to choose from that I can't differentiate what's worth the money and what's not. What are some good options....
Read More
The watch industry has developed into one of the largest, most lucrative niche industries on earth. With collector and dealer communities growing by the hour, minute, and second, success is seemingly perennial for plenty of individuals in this business. Certain watches owned by the "market-makers" and "market-players" have seen a drastic increase in value over the past decade. Here are some shining examples of such watches, all currently for sale, that not only exhibit the effects of this strong market, but also have a promising future.
Read More
It's hard not to love vintage watches. You can spend $200,000 on a hyper-rare Paul Newman Daytona or $200 on a Vietnam-era Benrus and still get a great vintage piece. But every once in a while, your exciting find may end up costing more than you bargained for.
Read More
In part one of "A Beginner's Guide To Investing In Vintage Watches," I dealt with the principal aspects of vintage watch buying, such as the brands, the case materials, and the topic of how specific wristwatches have gained their industy-wide status. Today I will discuss the best sources for buying vintage watches and the significance of foresight.
Read More
I don't buy a watch, I invest in one. Whether I drop a few hundred or a few thousand on a vintage timepiece, I always keep one thing in mind: Appreciation. In all honesty, it can be near-impossible to determine the future value of many wristwatches, but there are several key attributes to look for [in a watch] that separate the record-breakers from the junk-drawer inhabitants.
Read More