Fergus Nash
Last week 5 watches you’ll regret buyingwhich seems to have struck a chord with many enthusiasts who can empathize with a familiar problem. While these examples are all based on mistakes I made in the past, humanity definitely needs to make room for a little more optimism today. With any luck, or even if you simply spend your money wisely, a new watch can become an opportunity for fond memories and experiences that can bring people closer together. Without further ado, here are five watches that are fun to buy.
Great Deals
With around 6.84 billion smartphones in the world, few people don’t research products before buying them online or in stores. As a result, it’s nearly impossible to find a good old-fashioned bargain at a thrift store or even at a garage sale. That said, when you finally come across an incredible bargain, it makes it even more special. Your sense of disbelief is amplified, and if you’re sober enough to verify that it’s real, you might find the bargain of a lifetime. One of my favorite ways to find such bargains is to browse watches on eBay and sort them by closing date. Auctions that others missed You can always buy at a great price.
Commemorative Events
Now that you have a reason to celebrate, there is no better time to buy a new watch. Whether you just graduated from college, got a big promotion, or have finally decided to retire, there is a watch for every occasion. The power of a watch is to remind you of a specific moment whenever you are trying to check the time. And if that moment brings a smile to your face or reminds you to be proud of yourself, that is even better. A dress watch is often a good choice in such cases, allowing you to enjoy pride and sophistication at the same time when a formal event occurs. That being said, you can find a watch that really captures your heart. Not only will you enjoy your purchase, but you will always be reminded of that happiness.
gift
It’s a well-known fact that once you reach a certain age, the act of giving feels better than the act of receiving, and a watch is a great gift for anyone. The symbolic nature of a watch resonates easily with people, and it not only represents the time you’ve spent together, but it also physically ties your friendship and affection to the other person’s wrist. That aside, finding the perfect watch for someone can be really fun. Even if the recipient has a hard time choosing a gift, it can be fun to browse through options within your budget and try to condense their personality into a package that they can wear on their wrist. It doesn’t have to be an expensive gift, either. Casio, Seiko, and Swatch all have plenty of watches that make great presents for non-watch lovers.
Newborns
Buying a watch when your baby is just born may already be a mix of commemoration and gift, but there are some unique points that make it fun in a different way. Instead of shopping for someone you know well, try to find something that you can only hope your child will love one day. The trick is to find a timeless design that can be neutral rather than boring, and something like the Datejust is a perfect example of that. Raising your child while wearing a watch will help them associate the watch with that happy feeling. And when it comes time to pass it on to the next generation, they will remember the watch as something you loved and will always remember you in the process.
Holy Grail
Every watch collector and enthusiast has a different definition of their holy grail. For some, it must be something they just can’t seem to get. For others, it may simply be a watch they’ve been saving up for years to get. Whatever your holy grail is, the feeling when you finally get it is the best part of any watch buying experience. The elation of getting something you’ve spent years searching and researching for, and hours trying to buy, is enough to make even the traffic jams on the way home from the boutique worthwhile. It may not be something you want to wear every day, but the feeling of accomplishment will follow you wherever you go.
