10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting Into Watches

Watch collecting is a minefield of expensive mistakes. Here is how to avoid them. After a decade in this hobby, moving from my first G-Shock to luxury pieces like a Cartier, I’ve realized that the "best" watch isn't always the one with the best specs or the biggest hype. It’s the one that actually fits you and your style. In this video, I’m sharing the 10 most important lessons I’ve learned, broken down into 5 "Dos" and 5 "Don'ts." Whether you are just starting your collection or you're deep in the "research phase," these rules will help you save money, avoid buyer's remorse, and actually enjoy the hobby instead of just consuming it. Collecting watches should be about contentment, not just "the next purchase." Hopefully, these lessons help you find that balance a lot faster than I did. ▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 - Intro 0:12 - 1. Don't Buy Watches That are Too Large 2:24 - 2. Don't Just Focus on Specs 4:05 - 3. Don't Buy Just Because it's Popular 6:24 - 4. Don't Pay Full $RRP 8:24 - 5. Don't Buy Fakes/Homages 11:47 - The 5 Do's 12:07 - 1. Buy If You're Looking For Negatives 13:43 - 2. Always Do Your Research 16:04 - 3. Buying Used 18:34 - 4. Prolong and Enjoy The Chase 20:30 - 5. Buy Whatever You Like 22:44 - Final Thoughts #watchcollecting #watchenthusiast #watchtips #horology #watchcollection #smallwrist #affordableluxury #seiko #watchcollector