Just lately a befriended dealer confirmed me a Rolex Submariner 16610LV, also referred to as the ‘Kermit,’ that was purchased by its preliminary proprietor and spent till not too long ago every single day within the protected. It was by no means worn, and the bracelet was not even sized. Whereas this can be a dream come true for some collectors, I at all times have a look at these watches in horror. How horrible should or not it’s to not use one thing the best way it was supposed simply in an try to keep up its perceived worth?
To some extent, I perceive the reasoning behind this, however the difficulty I’ve with it’s that it modifications one thing that ought to provide you with on a regular basis pleasure right into a commodity. In fact, it’s the prerogative of the proprietor to do with the watch what they please, however in all honesty, I’m extra happy seeing a uncommon watch with some proof of day by day enjoyment than one in mint situation.
Perhaps I’m a uncommon breed lately, however regardless of proudly owning some (classic) watches in wonderful situation, all of them get worn. I do that with respect for his or her age and goal, as taking a Fifties gold Piaget to play a sport of racketball is probably not the wisest concept, however going to dinner and the theatre with my spouse fits it significantly better. Sure, I’ve scratched these watches, which generally hurts, however I’ve loved them most of all. Whereas this will lower their worth to others, it will increase it for me. They’re not lumps of cash in a financial institution protected however treasured objects of magnificence that carry reminiscences. Whereas it may not put you on the street to changing into wealthy, I really feel that with the ability to take pleasure in treasured issues for what they had been made for, no matter their financial worth, is true wealth.
Do you agree with me that watches ought to at all times be (sensibly) loved on the wrist, no matter their worth, or do you favor preserving them protected on the financial institution of their authentic situation? Let me know within the feedback!
