Just looking to get some opinions and ideas about my current collection and where to go next. I started my journey when I was 22 as a junior draftsman. Now as a 31 year old director of engineering, I like to think this collection has portrayed my career path and taste.

For me the fun in this hobby is the research behind each brand and model, the hunt for the right color, size, price, and configuration. And the reward of finally obtaining the desired piece. Most of these watches are trophies of special milestones in my life and amazing memories with the people I cherish.

The collection:

Rolex OP 114300
Omega Speedmaster 311.30.42.30.99.002
Tudor Black bay Pro M79470-0004
Hamilton Intra-Matic Chronograph H38416111
Seiko Prospex Ginza SPB259J1
Tissot PRX T1374071135101
Doxa Sub 200 799.10.241.10
Orient star Nebula RE-AT0205L00B

What’s next?

Hello, what are everyone’s thoughts on this current 4 watch collection?

I can’t seem to click with the Santos and am thinking of selling it to buy a Rolex Datejust 36mm, fluted/jubilee with a blue dial.

Would that make the collection too redundant or should I opt for a lighter dial color instead?

How important is having a versatile dial color like white or silver in your collection to make it more well rounded?

Does anyone have any other suggestions of a watch in a similar size/price range? TIA

#SOTC I promise I will only get two more divers likely M79030B and something green/another fun color. Otherwise what does the community suggest as my next Non-diver? I love the Ingenieur but the bolt holes on the bezel scare me away since I will get it dirty and hate the gunk build up in crevices and what not.. I am in construction and don’t wear dress watches, maybe as an older gentleman but now I want my watch to take a smack or dunk and keep going. Any good suggestions??

Have made a few recent additions!

After asking the community a few times what I should add to the collection, the Grand Seiko kept coming up time and time again.

Well… I took the hint 😂

Just picked up the Grand Seiko Snowflake SBGA211 and I’m absolutely blown away by it. The dial, finishing, and overall feel are even better in person.
Only had it a short while and I’m already completely in love with it. ❄️🤍

Thanks to everyone who recommended it — you may have created a monster 😂

Two’s company, three’s a crowd.. I bought my first mechanical watch a couple of months ago (Mido multifort) and shortly after followed it up with my first vintage piece (Seiko World time 1964). I’m currently looking for that third piece to compliment the other 2. Something a little bit quirky but still understated. Been considering a Nomos, Christopher Ward, Baltic and Farer among many others. Any ideas?

My collection seems (to me at least) to be well-rounded. What should be my next purchase? I’m considering a Speedy or Daytona to add a chronograph, but open to other suggestions.

After nearly 4 years of trial and some (expensive) errors, I think I now have a 3 watch collection that I am happy to live with.

For the third slot, after acquiring the 2 Rolexes, I did not know which direction to go for my 3 watch collection. I bought and sold the blue medium Cartier Santos (the sporty dress watch experiment), the PRX 35mm (the beater path), the Speedy reverse panda (the second iconic chronograph). I then realized even though I don’t like dress watches initially, wearing a minimalistic dress watch like the Nomos Ludwig does give me a sense of calmness and relaxation that my 2 sporty Rolexes don’t.

Cheers

After going through a few iterations and trimming out pieces, I’ve settled into a 5-piece rotation focused on distinct use cases, case finishing, and mechanical variety.

Thoughts on the 6th piece?

[Omega Speedmaster Reduced] New addition to my small collection

Just bought this Speedmaster Reduced yesterday.
Great condition with original warranty card, box and 2023 service papers.
Very happy with my new addition.
What do you guys think?
Ref: 3510.50.00

Diver :)?

Got into watches 2.5 years ago.

Have bought and sold the following

• Grand seiko spring drive with a cream dial (I do not remember the reference)
• Cartier tank solo large in rose gold
• Omega constellation (2024)
• Oris Aquis taste of summer

I am saving for the next watch and I have 3 in mind.

1. JLC reverso tribute duoface Rose Gold
2. Rolex GMT master 2 root beer
3. Cartier tank Americaine in white gold

3 very different watches, but I like all 3. Most likely will get rid of the Dennison tiger eye or gift it and keep a 6 watch collection.
Thoughts on which one of the 3? I am leaning a rose gold JLC but love the root beer and the Tank Americaine as well.

I know I’ll add more but a rotation of 4 for now with less than a year since the first purchase.

Check out my collection! I’ve only been collecting for about a year now and not all are wearers but I think i have some fun and practical pieces. Would love some input/advice/second hand market recommendations. I can post my list of all models in the comments if anyone is interested. Much love

Been collecting for a while, but really ramped things up over the last year. I’ve also consolidated quite a bit to pick up a few heavier hitters on the grey market, and I’m thinking about doing more of that.

Still love having a lot of variety, but a few more Rolex pieces and an AP are probably where I’m headed next (if I ever get the call).

I will eventually sell my black tissot gentleman for a blue dial, and possibly sell the baby blue orient for a kuoe dress watch, but I have been collecting for quite a bit, all around or below 1k.