Ep. #153: Biggest Lies in Watch Collecting

1h 18m · Wrist Hub · 22 Jan 06:00

Well hello there friends! On this episode we're diving deep into the world of wristwatch collecting to debunk some of the most persistent misconceptions. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, this episode is packed with our eye-opening insights and "expert" analyses that will challenge what you thought you knew about the art of watch collecting. So, strap in and get ready to have your perceptions about watch collecting turned inside out and set to the right time!

(00:00) Intro & Wristcheck
(07:38) New Release: Ollech & Wajs M-52B AF
(13:08) New Release: Blancpain × Swatch Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms Ocean Of Storms
(15:11) New Release: Oris Big Crown Father Time Limited Edition
(19:09) New Release: SEIKO PROSPEX Black Series - King Turtle, Solar Speedtimer, SUMO
(23:26) New Release: Montblanc 1858 Geosphere
(26:40) New Release: Longines Conquest Chronograph "Marco Odermatt"
(29:05) Misconceptions in Watch Collecting: “Quartz Sucks” - Mondaine STOP2GO, Gavox
(38:39) Movements: Swiss Mechanical vs Quartz
(43:38) “In-House Movements are Better”
(49:22) “You Buy Watches to Show Off”
(57:57) Buying a Similar, Cheaper Watch to Scratch the Itch + Holy Grail Watches
(1:07:24) Water Resistance, Sapphire, Money, Investment
(1:16:05) Want vs Need (Mazlow’s "Horology" of Needs)

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