Maybe you’re always envious of your uncle’s collection of luxury replica watches, each with its own unique story, and you want to be able to wear a different watch for every occasion. The interesting thing about watch collecting is that while it begins with a love of the object, it is completely personal and evolves as we go along.
Some collections start very organically, while others begin with the intention of accumulating value. I’m not going to bore you with facts like “sticking to good condition” or “focusing on value” here. While perfectly true, both can be subjective factors for buyers and the market. Furthermore, these are relatively minor factors to consider when you should be thinking about the big picture. With these tips below, you should be able to start a killer collection and help yourself succeed with good buying habits.
You probably know why you want to start a collection. But it’s also important to have an idea of where you want to take this passion. If you already have a certain model that you want to collect, or a certain theme that you want to stick with, then set some goals.
Watches are not the kind of collection you can hang on your wall and show off at a dinner party. Well, you can show them off at dinner parties, but you should do so while wearing them on your wrist. Watches are meant to be worn, loved, and incorporated into our lives. So when you start your collection, don’t just think about what will add the most value, think about what watch will make you want to wear it over and over again.
This means you should also be realistic and consider watches that really fit your lifestyle. If you have to look elegant in the office, rough tool replica Rolex watches probably won’t be worn very often – even if they’re absolutely brilliant timepieces.
Now that you know your budget and have an idea of where you want to start your collection, now comes the fun part – shopping around. Don’t be in too much of a hurry to make your first purchase. Start researching what’s on the market, see where the value is, and see what you can get for your money.
One of the biggest mistakes novice collectors make is not upgrading their collections. Especially if you’re on a budget, you may need to sell your old ones to free up cash for new pieces. If there’s a watch you don’t wear much anymore – or if its value has really gone up – now might be a good time to sell it and continue building your collection.
However, many of them don’t realize that new replica watches are a lot like cars. When you buy a new watch and walk out of a store with it, it takes a hit to its value. Investing in a pre-owned watch will not only give you more bang for your buck, but you’ll avoid the initial depreciation altogether.