My Five Tips for new Watch Owners

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Today we will get back to some basics. Perhaps you just got a new watch over the holidays. In that case, checkout my top 5 tips to make your ownership more enjoyable.
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@MrKordel7 3 года назад

“Who the hell cares?! Buy what you want buy and whatever you do, wear it.” I love it.

@corneroftheroom3896 3 года назад

My tip for those of us who need to save money or just want to have a smaller collection: when the itch to buy a new watch inevitably comes along, buy a new strap or two for one of your current watches instead. It can change the way you see your watch and be super effective at curbing the itch.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Good one!

@Not-a-bot222 3 года назад

Very true!

@GarySlegg 3 года назад

The problem with that is that I’d end up buying some straps and then also a new watch 😂

@nmoddentity8401 3 года назад

Totally agree! Just got a few new straps in and I really enjoy the fresh look of my old watches. That'll tide me over till I get a new watch...on Tuesday.

@jasonlebrun5474 3 года назад

Man I couldn't agree more. I've tried this myself and found it absolutely works.

@benjaminklos9637 3 года назад

Loved number 5, it’s a hobby that is supposed to be fun. And you can do that with a 5K Rolex or a 50 dollar g shock.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

True!

@adriangraham5863 3 года назад

Exactly. While I own Rolexes and Omegas, I also have Casios and Vostoks. And they all get worn. It’s a great hobby and a lot of fun. And my first Islander is supposed to arrive tomorrow!

@Mister_Phafanapolis 3 года назад

The “don’t buy shitters” and “only buy luxury” crowd is strong in Facebook watch groups. If it’s not the right brand name then they won’t show you any respect. Fuck them. They suck the fun out of the hobby.

@Vyz3r 3 года назад

Exactly. Nobody really cares what you wear since most people don't know much about watches. Don't believe that if you buy an expensive watch, that's not a well-known brand like Rolex, everyone will praise or even acknowledge your watch. As an anecdote, I get more praises wearing a $150 watch than a $500 watch because the cheaper one just looks more stylish than the latter.

@a.nelprober4971 2 года назад

Unless you have cuck wrists. I really want a g shock but it would look terrible on me

@palehorsenameddeath7731 3 года назад

I drive my vintage cars and use my expensive watches I keep nothing for the "special occasion" Everyday we breath is a special occasion nothing is out of touch. Use everything you own and enjoy it. Who are you saving it for anyways?

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Good for you.

@westonraske8152 3 года назад

100% agree. Love driving my ‘65 Mustang to work or to run an errand on a Saturday. Wear all my watches and enjoy them. They get a little scratched and banged up, but we all collect some bumps and scrapes as we move through life, so it’s a great metaphor as far as I’m concerned.

@admiralcraddock464 3 года назад

I wear Datejust and Sub and Speedy on rotation for work. Can`t see the purpose of locking them away

@jasonlebrun5474 3 года назад

Right on. This one day I accompanied my gf to her salon for an appointment. I sat Patiently and thumbed through some magazines for a while. I took a glance at her stylist who was colouring her hair and noticed he was wearing a sub, black dial - quintessence of dive watch. I wanted to investigate further, so I maneuvered such that I could get a good look at his beauty and maybe talk shop with him - but not bother him while at work. I get closer and notice he was securing the hair pins he was using for my gf's dye on his oyster bracelet!!! I say to him " excuse me, I dont wish to be rude, but are you aware that your watch is about 10 thousand dollars?" Trying to be cute and it was actually pretty declasser. He responds with " yes I know, I bought it with my hard earned $, and it's a watch. It should be worn!!!" I learned something important that day. Dont try to be cute and yes, watches were engineered for wear and pleasure. Wear them.

@robc8468 3 года назад

Good advice the only exception is I wear beater watches for yard work and other heavy duty household chores. But I agree why not wear a nice dress watch for a trip to the dentist or a fast food drive thru.

@sethzweig2546 3 года назад

"You're an Invicta fan? Enjoy em" - not sure why that made me laugh

@alexandermenzies9954 3 года назад

Perhaps you wanted 'moral' support from other Invictaphobics, like bullies do when they gang up? (No . I don't have a Invicta)

@dwang911 3 года назад

Just buy what you gonna wear 😂 that's what I tell ppl

@robc8468 3 года назад

Invicta dive watches are fine I own several 40mm versions with Seiko automatic movements get over it already .... I also own Orients, Seiko's, 3Tissots and a Hamilton Khaki.

@whatsguccivespucci4379 3 года назад

@@robc8468 😢

@Mister_Phafanapolis 3 года назад

It’s funny that watch _idiot_ savants hate Invicta but find Breitling, Richard Mille and Konstantin Chaykin acceptable. Dudes, they’re equally as ugly as any Invicta yet they sell for those astronomical prices that Invicta claims their MSRPs to be.

@panofish 3 года назад

One of my favorite "do's" is to consciously change your habits of how you wear your watch. What I mean by this... be aware of doorways and other things that can damage your watch. Once you change your habits... you won't have to constantly live in fear of hitting your watch... and you can enjoy it. But, you must change your habits while wearing a watch because it is inevitable otherwise, you will hit something right on the center of the crystal or the side of the case and cause damage.

@NoNonsense316 2 месяца назад

The last bit of advice is the best: "It's going to get scratched. It's not going to look new forever." That gives me a certain peace.

@jstrat121 3 года назад

#1-DONT get into the hobby.......😂💸💸💸💸 #2-Dont buy a watch just to “ fill a hole” in your watch box. #3-Try to wear what you buy......this is harder the more watches you have. #4-Dont buy multiples of a specific watch...just to have one of every color they put out. #5-Dont buy a watch just to scratch an itch....let it marinate a week or two...then go back and see if your still interested....many times you find you have lost your desire for the watch. #6-dont waste your money on crap watches(DW,MVMT...etc) you will be sorry later.Spend your money on quality(Orient,Seiko...etc.......up the line to what you feel comfortable spending,Up to Rolex and beyond). #7- dont go into debt to obtain a watch

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Excellent!

@ProcrastinatinZombie 3 года назад

Where were you 5 years earlier into my addiction?

@waltersjohn6339 3 года назад

Ugh! I have already violated six of the seven sins

@panaceiasuberes6464 3 года назад

5 happens to me at least a couple of times a week.

@machinistmikethetinkerer4827 3 года назад

I blew it at #5. Didn't let it marinate enough. I didn't pump the brakes...

@hitchhicker92 3 года назад

Kevin O'Leary put it best when he said "if you don't wear your watches at least once a month, they lose their soul..." so ye, WEAR YOUR WATCH!! ^^

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Yup!

@JosephsCoat 3 года назад

I wear my Omega dress watch like 3 times a year lol

@Squisky 3 года назад

O'Leary, in the best way is not a man anyone should listen to about sentiment. Money, yes. But nothing else.

@maxim29672 3 года назад

@@Squisky even money. During his attempt to become a leader of conservatives in Canada interesting information about his money dealings started to be revealed. He quickly dropped out of the race.

@josevasquez1781 3 года назад

Kevin is not normal, in a nice way though. But yeah wear it and forget about scratches, dents and nicks, watches age like us and build character. Of course you want to take care of it but don't freak out about a small hairline scratch.

@campshay19 3 года назад

if a watch comes on a bracelet or a strap, buy the bracelet version. Straps are cheap and easy to be changed out for your watch and you can get what ever style you want. But 9 times out of 10 the bracelet for a watch is one of a kind and it will be hard to get one if you change your mind. This is something I learned the hard way because I bought the strap version of a watch no realizing you can switch out straps easily and then started realizing I like bracelets better.

@Jollopukki2 3 года назад

main tip - always use Long Island Watch shop ))

@islandwatch 3 года назад

@biharijivandana6894 3 года назад

😂

@keys-bw9bc 3 года назад

Marc, I almost forgot, The "Buy what you like" is the best advise you can give almost any collector. I am going to set the wayback Machine to the mid seventies. I was just starting to really get interested in collecting comic books. I was talking to a dealer about adding some titles to my collection and asked his advise. He said, "Just buy what you like, why collect something you don't ". Simply the best advise I ever received about collecting anything.

@AliasEveWatches 3 года назад

Dont get peer pressured into keeping up with the Joneses

@michaelhargis7036 3 года назад

The best bumper sticker I've ever seen "Quit trying to keep up with the Joneses. They're broke"

@jstrat121 3 года назад

Thats assuming that you actually know anyone who gives a damn about watches.......all my friends are totally disinterested and couldn’t care less about MY watches.......think I am nuts for having so many.Your milage may vary.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

True, good point.

@seanlynch6737 3 года назад

@@islandwatch My Brother constantly tells me I have too many, I only buy what I like and I wear em all. Cant afford the big boys but I love my collection so much! (there is an Invicta Pro diver in there)

@eyeheartsushi2212 3 года назад

@@michaelhargis7036 LOL that’s good.

@sebalazarou3038 3 года назад

Educational as always. Though I will say this. I wear mechanical watches not just because I enjoy the whole aesthetic and 'hands on' experience but it also allows me to tell time without looking at a screen. It sometimes can be a slight relief in a day full of screen gazing to just avoid pulling out the phone or be anchored to a computer screen to know the time.

@clarice8604 3 года назад

I feel like Marc is the kind of dad who has endless dad jokes

@miss2369 3 года назад

Buy it wear it! Best recommendation ever!🙌🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Agreed!!

@craig2100 3 года назад

Marc, thanks for all of your help and patience over the years. Your advice over the years has helped and added to my enjoyment of watches. Great video!

@mondarinvino107 3 года назад

The most enjoyable video of yours in quite some time! Well done!

@marcgoulding5230 3 года назад

Really appreciate your attitude and perspective, Marc - and I'm excited about the Islander fields!

@keys-bw9bc 3 года назад

Thank you Marc, even us really old watch enthusiasts appreciate the information and reminders.

@nmoddentity8401 3 года назад

I forgot how much I enjoy your videos. Wonderful tips!

@blacknbluebear 3 года назад

If someone likes tinkering, I'd say "Do try to mod a cheap watch". It is incredibly fun and addictive. Also easier to hide from your spouse than another project car.

@louiscyfer6944 2 года назад

why would you want to hide anything from your spouse?

@danbrown7857 3 года назад

Awesome. As usual! Love it, particularly the end: buy what you like and wear what you buy.❤️ Thanks, Marc!!!

@botezsorinconstantin 3 года назад

I agree with everything you said! Very educational, as usual! Thanks for the video Mark!

@wasted_buddha 3 года назад

This my favorite video of yours Marc! That last end note was awesome ,it hits hard to a newbie collector like me that gets anxious with every single scratch and makes me wanna enjoy my watches more.

@stevefox8605 3 года назад

✌🏻 Just means peace in UK, it's the other way round that's offensive (comes from archers showing their fingers they used to release the bow string at the enemy) Don't get the whole taking a watch off at night, I wear one 24/7. Good advice, Cheers mate 👍🏻

@j.adanga9787 3 года назад

You friggin Legend Mark. Thankyou. I'm not new to watches, but I still learned 5 new things from you today.

@EagleOne49 3 года назад

This video should be a must-watch for ALL watch collectors. Well done, Marc!

@jameshoward9700 3 года назад

I don't need a phone to tell the time. I've got a watch! All good advice fella!

@3rdstone1 3 года назад

Great, we got an almost Watch & Learn video here. Great tips, and my favourite is: Wear what you like, and don't give a crap what other people think.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Well said!

@pjoe1950 8 месяцев назад

The best watch videos anywhere. Thanks

@thomasbarrasso6099 3 года назад

Good advice as always. Wearing my Squale GMT from LI Watch. Already a couple of years old. Wearing them is key. I always get questions and complements when people see any of the watches on my wrist.

@nrs6956 3 года назад

Good advice, Thank you.

@justcraig1000 2 года назад

Thanks Mark for the confidence because sometime I go overboard and spend more money than I want to for my mistakes.

@ThatstheWatch 3 года назад

Your channel is one of favorites and I love those tutorials as well. I learned a lot.

@stileshumphrey4195 3 года назад

Thank you sir for the great tips! Those Islander watches were very nice 👍

@reggiedunlop2222 3 года назад

Thanks Marc...just ordered a Seiko “Flighty” from you and can’t wait!

@pabarsch1 3 года назад

Good advise Marc!! It’s so easy to get carried away with the hype.

@barryvercueil2346 3 года назад

Brilliant video. Number 5 is my favorite!!!!!

@appalachiangunman9589 2 года назад

This is all good advice Marc. I did the same thing with my Mako USA II when I wore it to the beach, everyday when I got back to our room I would make sure I rinsed it really good in the sink. One of my fears besides rusting was that the salt may dry out the seals causing it to lose its water resistance.

@bevboakes8982 3 года назад

Hi Marc,yet again another well done video, whatever watch you have or how many you have,the price doesn’t matter. Just enjoy them and look after them.

@rondrysdale9804 3 года назад

Marc, there are so many wonderful comments here! Your modest little video triggered a rush of good vibes.

@yz8096 3 года назад

Thanks Marc! Informative as usual and I'll be getting a soft tooth brush to kick my "Diver Hygiene" up a notch. This has probably been mentioned but I never wear my automatics while jogging any more. I always put on my quartz for that.

@szendrenko 10 месяцев назад

I never dreamed I could learn so much from a video like this! The bit above stainless steel was fascinating, and the case back - case intersection - nice to know not just the "what", but the why.

@corydelorme7024 3 года назад

Thank you! Most enjoyed!

@harveyphil7335 3 года назад

I always enjoy watching your videos Marc even though I already know what you’re probably gonna say :) Thanks for keeping it real.

@Mrjnascar11 3 года назад

Thank you Mark for you knowledge and insights. I totally agree........

@islandwatch 3 года назад

You are very welcome

@steveh6365 3 года назад

Thanks for the help.

@joeychase5224 3 года назад

Invicta? Noooo! Lol Ok, full disclosure. My first mechanical watch was an Invicta Pro Diver. I still own it and now has a Bond nylon on it 😁. My watch collecting started with Invicta and Citizen (a long time ago, in a city far far away). I have upped my game since then. And thanks for thoroughly explaining the danger zone.

@russwright245 3 года назад

Another quality video from probably the most credible watch guy on YT!

@secretariat-13 3 года назад

Invaluable tips, thanks Mark

@DarioCruzII 3 года назад

Dropped one of my orient watches on the tile floor in the kitchen case side down. Almost had a heart attack but when I picked up the watch it still worked thank God. Movement is still within spec as well, feel like I lucked out big time. 😅

@VanderJam 3 года назад

Great video. Just bought a "scratch and dent" Seagull 1963 from you this weekend! Can't wait for it to arrive. I am a newer collector and love the content.

@juangarza7193 2 года назад

Great choice seagull 1963 👍👍👍green nato strap n sapphire crystal hand wound I was looking into myself but got a seaborne venture orange dial orange nato strap not to keen on bright straps sooo,I got a great seiko diver strap performance perfectly anyhow enjoy your seagull 1963 awesome chronograph dial n impeccable movement

@chasfoster9895 3 года назад

I use an eyeglass case for my watch on the nightstand.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

perfect!

@richardalbury2132 2 года назад

Before a few months ago I would not have taken your tip about not keeping your watch on the night stand too seriously. But about 4 months ago a good friend of mine was doing exactly that with his Rolex double red sea dweller from the 1970s. The watch was in near mint condition until he accidently knocked it onto his hardwood floor while reaching for it first thing in the morning. When he picked it up it wasn't ticking or running anymore. Because it's otherwise so valuable he's afraid to open it, or send it off for an extremely costly repair and maybe losing it or not getting the same one back. Defiantly a good tip for someone that owns a valuable watch.

@patricj951 3 года назад

Thanks for the tips and advices! I have recently got into watches and have bought several watches within a short time. The information about the day and date setting is good to know. And I am waiting for a watchbox to keep the watches in. Regarding what you said that you don't even need a watch it's for the main part true. During many years I have used the smartphone for knowing the time. But finally I have thought: why in the world shall I use the phone as a watch when I can have the watch on the wrist? I am enough smartphone addicted and often when I just want to know the time, I have ended up at internet reading mail or some youtube advert. Apart from that: a good looking watch is the nicest ornament a man can carry! And it provides to give a man a professional look. Good channel! I just subscribed.

@richardtwyning 3 года назад

Excellent video Marc. My wife bought me the Seamaster Chronograph for my 50th last year but unfortunately not being able to go out anywhere it mostly sits in its box and I don't want to keep winding it too much. Luckily I've got plenty of Citizen's and Casio's and a Seiko in rotation for every day, and apart from my late father's 1948 Rotary, the Seamaster is my only mechanical watch. I am hoping to have more opportunity to wear it once the pandemic has eased a bit more. I came off of the UGWC Facebook group because there was a bit of watch snobbery on there and as you say, lots of people asking others which watch they should buy. I'm equally pleased with my F-91W my wife got me for Christmas as any other watch in my collection :-)

@johnbradshaw5900 3 года назад

Great video and excellent points all! The last one especially, it is true of any hobby or interest that you should buy/do what you like and like what you buy/do. Too many hobbyists are more concerned with trying to impress others or being part of a crowd rather than just enjoying their own passion and interests. If people like watches that others don't then what's the big deal? The reality is most people think spending more than $100 on a watch is mad and fewer and fewer wear a watch. Someone wearing a Blancpain has more in common with someone wearing an Invicta than with an increasing percentage of the population.

@markusbe.musicfromtheunder2497 Год назад

ANOTHER GREAT video! Thank you so much.

@mamayl8592 3 года назад

I use lens wipes to clean the crystal and metallic parts of watches. Really good for stainless steel watches and bands. Cleans off the oils and smudges without scratching and leaves them shiny. If it's safe enough to use regularly on eyeglasses, they are safe for watches.

@domenicfp 3 года назад

Thanks for the video.

@theswellguy 3 года назад

Great stuff. One small additional thought. Do check bands for wear, tear, and function. They do degrade over time and a timely replacement can save a watch's life.

@shikpolam8968 2 года назад

Agreed, one additional thing I would do is wound up the spring every now and then, to keep the mechanism going to get everything inside lubricated.

@billspruce8368 3 года назад

I started the year off right (well, December) with the Red October Limited Edition! Thanks Marc!

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Hope you enjoy it!

@jhors7777 Год назад

I enjoy your channel, thank you for posting

@1bmaxw 3 года назад

#5 is so true..... My divers all live on croc or alligator. My ISL-54 lives on bracelet that cost almost as much as the watch, and it's stunning. I love it.

@beermathuang3874 3 года назад

This is an extremely helpful video! 💪💯

@noahf3269 3 года назад

Fantastic video once again Marc!

@kelseywinter-troutwine1928 3 года назад

Agree with all! I would add that buy what you want (within reason of your budget). Never go under on a watch but don’t settle. I looked at so many watches around the 2k mark when I have always loved Oris. I didn’t buy a 600-1800 substitute. I bought the oris I wanted. So happy. Buy what you want.

@mosytube 3 года назад

Great video, as always! Marc, can you do a video cleaning one of your watches?

@MrShinobi797 3 года назад

Great tips Marc...THANK YOU!

@islandwatch 3 года назад

My pleasure!

@Janet_Airlines802 3 года назад

My Seiko 5 sport I ordered from you is coming in tomorrow, cant wait.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Awesome!

@edf2953 3 года назад

Excellent video Marc which is full of some very useful information. You reinforced the need to use extreme caution as to when NOT to change the day/date on my watches, which is extremely important advice we all need to follow. As my limited collection of watches is now at 5 low to mid priced timepieces, I think my recommended “Do” is to purchase at least 1 to 2 additional watch bands for each watch. It’s a lot cheaper to change the look/appearance of a watch by changing out the strap, than it is to buy another watch. Just a thought, anyway, thanks again Marc for sharing some very important information with your viewers...Ed.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Yes, this is a great tip. I love it! Low cost new watch!

@admiralcraddock464 3 года назад

Loving the clock on the wall

@sakhawathossainniloy3052 3 года назад

Point no. 5 is known by all but followed by few. I believe we all buy/have watched that we do not wear, we also care too much what other people think of a watch. Thanks Marc, for the good reminder.

@TumaTime 3 года назад

Always a great video thanks

@okihaveaname 3 года назад

#6: learn how to adjust and change a strap/ bracelet.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Good one!

@danpaterson244 3 года назад

@@islandwatch there's a great video on this. oh right it's yours. Helped me a ton last week.

@timetowatch_francois 2 года назад

Great insight; "buy what you want ... wear what you buy" 🙂👍🏼

@paulhiggins8774 3 года назад

Great advice. I keep some of my watches in old cigar boxes, why, because wood breathes and plastic won’t. And they smell good too.

@CoordinatedCarry 3 года назад

“Away from accidents and kids.” Wait, what’s the difference?

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Very true!

@ajbones4207 3 года назад

Spat out my coffee in laughter as I read your comment. Lmao.

@jaysterling26 3 года назад

None : most kids are ( happy?) accidents.

@adhwake 3 года назад

You vs third party (caused) damage :)

@TRUYORK718 3 года назад

You are

@karls5474 3 года назад

Thanks for another great vid Marc.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@pk464 2 года назад

Thank you Marc.

@johnshifflett1722 3 года назад

Number 5 is so spot on. A lot of people on watch groups always ask “What one should I get”?

@thedar7164 3 года назад

Good stuff. Thank you.

@joshuabriggs7114 3 года назад

Excellent advice! Especially #5! Thanks 😁

@islandwatch 3 года назад

You're so welcome!

@grayzischke4222 3 года назад

Good stuff! Thank you!

@englishdave8635 3 года назад

My isl-18 should be here in 2 days so looking forward to adding this to my collection

@evkoum 3 года назад

Thanks Marc!

@s15specv 3 года назад

The last tip is so true.

@albertgalangii 3 года назад

Awesome video mark. After watching, it reminded me of my old citizen promaster that no longer has lume. That being said, is there a way to prolong lume? Does keeping it in the dark help slow down its degredation? Hope you can make a video on this as well. More power to your business and channel and happy new year!

@hughmckendrick3018 3 года назад

"Wear them" too right! Watches, art and engineering rolled into one.

@stevemoon2136 3 года назад

Wasn't aware of point 1 & I literally just bought my first watch, a King Turtle, so thanks for that, Mark. 😊

@islandwatch 3 года назад

No problem 👍

@haroldwiser2641 3 года назад

Lots of great tips, thanks!

@islandwatch 3 года назад

My pleasure!

@ascarrillo1 3 года назад

I just ordered my 'first' Islander last night. The ISL 07...Orange face. I say first because I am already eye-balling the white face, blue bezel for next month. I am not a collector by any means. But I do love Divers! I have an SKX 009J, Citizen 0040 and an Orient mini-Neptune that have never been worn to this day! I am now planning on putting my G-Shocks away and start rotating in my Divers Watches. I spent 20 years on active duty and the G-Shocks were just about part of the uniform. I have been retired long enough to realize that I need to let it go and move on...LOL! Thank you Mark!!! And thank you for all the comments below with great tips as well. Aaron in San Antonio.

@williammcmillion1796 3 года назад

really enjoying your videos Marc. great informative content that is given in a personable way. I'm loving my Squale 1545originale from Long Island Watch.

@IlluminatingWatches 3 года назад

Great vid. I had no idea about the date change risk! I do need to make more of a concerted effort on the cleaning ... just terrified to screw them up!

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Don't be scared!

@stanlaw7534 3 года назад

As usual, Marc, excellent !

@islandwatch 3 года назад

Many thanks!

@LS1007 3 года назад

Great information Marc! Thanks for sharing it. 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

@islandwatch 3 года назад

You bet

@ajbones4207 3 года назад

Hi Marc, I had this conversation with my young nephew recently regarding watch maintenance and practical use. He asked me what's the difference between a watch collector and a watch owner and I broke it down like this. In my opinion watch, collectors buy larger quantities of watches for various reasons but rarely wear them, nothing wrong with that. Totally acceptable. As a watch owner, I buy watches to wear them not to collect them. My limit is 7 watches for use 7 days a week on rotation. I currently have 5 watches and I've saved 2 slots for when you start making your 38 or hopefully 40 mm Islander Divers with display case backs (wink, wink). lol, Just saying? lol. Another great vid Marc, Thanks.

@islandwatch 3 года назад

It's a great way to approach it!

@barrettwbenton 3 года назад

Excellent list. #5 resonates especially with me, and I have something of a corollary to it: keep the size of your collection realistic. By this I mean asking yourself how many watches can you realistically keep in regular rotation? *My* magic number with watches is five: if I get a hankering for something new (which isn't often: last thing I got was an 017 Alpinist from you, a few years back), I have to decide which one I currently own I'm willing to let go of. (On the matter of another obsession, fountain pens, the magic number is three.) Since I now have my eye on ISL-65, I've got some thinking to do.