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Hokaplan · Jul 18th, 2009, 12:24 PM

Is it silly to have lots of watches when you can only wear one at a time? It is not like pocketbooks or handbags which match a particular style/color outfit. Rolexes at least are a good investment cause they hold their value. But what number is too much? I have 2 - a ladies and a mid-size. Lately I've been admiring an air-king which I think is a little bigger than the mid-size. Part of me says - "I'm nuts" and I should get it out of my mind. The other part keeps looking at pictures of this watch and also trying on. What is your opinion?

FlgirlFM · Jul 18th, 2009, 01:41 PM

I have 3. All ladies sizes: 2 datejusts and one yachtmaster. I also have a Cartier gents size roadster.

I switch my watches almost daily!

Hokaplan · Jul 18th, 2009, 01:50 PM

FlgirlFM - are your rolexes on a winder when not in use? What color faces are they?

ssc0619 · Jul 18th, 2009, 02:32 PM

I have two and am working on my 3rd. However, I have more watches than I care to admit here. I consider them like jewelry. I've got a couple of Cartiers, Franck Muller, a couple of Chanel, David Yurman, Chopard, and the list goes on. I usually switch my watch on a weekly basis.

Hokaplan · Jul 18th, 2009, 02:51 PM

ssc0619- Do you know which style will be your 3rd?

UBU90 · Jul 18th, 2009, 07:59 PM

OMG - more than 2 rolex watches! I would love to be in that situation.

If it makes you happy - why not!

Vic Beckham has over 100 Hermes Birkins. So what. If it makes her happy! Power to her!

You only get 1 chance at life!

chessmont · Jul 18th, 2009, 09:06 PM

If you can afford it, more than 2 is fine!

These days I only buy pre-owned (v. reputable resellers, I have a couple), so I can get a few more than if new.

I have 6

Like sc, I have quite few more, ranging from Invicta to Movado to an old (bought it new in ~1996) Matelasse small Chanel, a Baume et Mercier, and a some others not $$$, not big name. I love watches more than jewelry! I pretty much switch watches daily.

ceya · Jul 18th, 2009, 09:17 PM

I have 2 Rolexes and of course others as well

FlgirlFM · Jul 18th, 2009, 09:49 PM

Yes, I keep mine on a winder when not in use.

My jubilee datejust is two tone, and has a gold dial
My oyster datejust is two tone, and has a slate dial
My Yachtmaster is also two tone, and has a dark blue dial

I also wear my husband's Seadweller now and again!

venusfly · Jul 19th, 2009, 07:09 AM

I'm probably in the minority here, but I have own only one Rolex. I made sure to select the one I loved to death and which I knew would make me happy for years to come (Ladies size solid white Gold DateJust, Presidential band /hidden clasp with a diamond bezel and dial). Having gotten my Rolex fix I moved on to acquiring other jewelry without wanting more watches.

burqaface · Jul 19th, 2009, 08:16 AM

i have a yellow gold daytona with black dial
and my mom's vintage yellow gold oyster perpetual

i feel like a white gold rolex will complete the collection, though i do wear gold most of the time, i need a watch that will match silver.

bagshopr · Jul 19th, 2009, 08:21 AM

I used to have a problem with owning more than one watch. To me, it seemed excessive. But I have no problem with lots of earrings, necklaces, rings, shoes, purses, etc. So my concern seems a bit illogical.

I always swore I would never have more than one watch and I had just my Cartier quartz and I wore it every day. With a black strap and white face, it went with everything and I was very happy. But one day I started dreaming of Rolex and I could not let it go. Now I have a WG ladies size Rolex and I love both of my watches. I wear the Rolex for two days and the Cartier on the third day. This schedule keeps the Rolex running.

Will I ever buy another watch? Not an expensive one, maybe a costume jewelry one. I would feel bad if I could not keep my automatic running with enough wear time.

ssc0619 · Jul 19th, 2009, 11:05 AM

Originally Posted by Hokaplan

ssc0619- Do you know which style will be your 3rd?

I thought I did, but am back to the drawing board. I wanted a date (34mm--I like big!)--stainless and yellow gold with diamond markers. BUT, I found out the date doesn't come in the two toned. I had originally thought I would get the datejust 36mm, but am afraid it is too big! I don't know why because I have some huge watches (I've got a 43mm Maurice LaCroix--it is a monster)!!

These are the two I have now.. the pearlmaster was meant to be a very dressy looking watch, and the other a casual knock around style that I got pre-owned.

Hokaplan · Jul 19th, 2009, 12:15 PM

What do you think of air-king? I believe it is 34mm. I already have a 2-tone ladies for dress and an ss mid-size for everyday. I also have a white plain 38mm J12. I was dreaming last night about a black 33mm j12 with diamond markers or an air-king. I just don't know if I want a 4th automatic watch. At least the 33mm j12 is quartz.

pazt · Jul 19th, 2009, 01:43 PM

Originally Posted by Hokaplan

What do you think of air-king? I believe it is 34mm. I already have a 2-tone ladies for dress and an ss mid-size for everyday. I also have a white plain 38mm J12. I was dreaming last night about a black 33mm j12 with diamond markers or an air-king. I just don't know if I want a 4th automatic watch. At least the 33mm j12 is quartz.

i love the airking and im eyeing the 34 with diamond markers and roman #. its casual but yet it has a bit of bling to it. im considering the one with pink face and SS oyster band. the dial btw, is fluted.

Jul 18th, 2009, 12:24 PM	#1
Hokaplan OP Member Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,002	Anyone own more than 2 rolexes? Is it silly to have lots of watches when you can only wear one at a time? It is not like pocketbooks or handbags which match a particular style/color outfit. Rolexes at least are a good investment cause they hold their value. But what number is too much? I have 2 - a ladies and a mid-size. Lately I've been admiring an air-king which I think is a little bigger than the mid-size. Part of me says - "I'm nuts" and I should get it out of my mind. The other part keeps looking at pictures of this watch and also trying on. What is your opinion?
Hokaplan OP Member Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,002

Jul 18th, 2009, 01:41 PM	#2
FlgirlFM Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 479	I have 3. All ladies sizes: 2 datejusts and one yachtmaster. I also have a Cartier gents size roadster. I switch my watches almost daily!
FlgirlFM Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 479	__________________ Wish Hermes Garden Party MM in Prun, 30 Lindy, Picotin PM in Rouge G

Jul 18th, 2009, 01:50 PM	#3
Hokaplan OP Member Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,002	FlgirlFM - are your rolexes on a winder when not in use? What color faces are they?
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Jul 18th, 2009, 02:51 PM	#5
Hokaplan OP Member Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,002	ssc0619- Do you know which style will be your 3rd?
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Jul 18th, 2009, 07:59 PM	#6
UBU90 Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 18	OMG - more than 2 rolex watches! I would love to be in that situation. If it makes you happy - why not! Vic Beckham has over 100 Hermes Birkins. So what. If it makes her happy! Power to her! You only get 1 chance at life!
UBU90 Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 18	Last edited by UBU90; Jul 18th, 2009 at 08:00 PM. Reason: extra line added

Jul 18th, 2009, 02:32 PM	#4
ssc0619 Some 'Splainin to Do Joined: Mar 2009 Location: New York Posts: 6,002	I have two and am working on my 3rd. However, I have more watches than I care to admit here. I consider them like jewelry. I've got a couple of Cartiers, Franck Muller, a couple of Chanel, David Yurman, Chopard, and the list goes on. I usually switch my watch on a weekly basis.

Jul 18th, 2009, 09:06 PM	#7
chessmont Member Joined: Aug 2006 Location: CA, USA Posts: 4,695	If you can afford it, more than 2 is fine! These days I only buy pre-owned (v. reputable resellers, I have a couple), so I can get a few more than if new. I have 6 Like sc, I have quite few more, ranging from Invicta to Movado to an old (bought it new in ~1996) Matelasse small Chanel, a Baume et Mercier, and a some others not $$$, not big name. I love watches more than jewelry! I pretty much switch watches daily.
	__________________ Last edited by chessmont; Jul 18th, 2009 at 09:12 PM.

Jul 18th, 2009, 09:17 PM	#8
ceya Member Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 236	I have 2 Rolexes and of course others as well
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Jul 18th, 2009, 09:49 PM	#9
FlgirlFM Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 479	Yes, I keep mine on a winder when not in use. My jubilee datejust is two tone, and has a gold dial My oyster datejust is two tone, and has a slate dial My Yachtmaster is also two tone, and has a dark blue dial I also wear my husband's Seadweller now and again!
FlgirlFM Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 479	__________________ Wish Hermes Garden Party MM in Prun, 30 Lindy, Picotin PM in Rouge G

Jul 19th, 2009, 07:09 AM	#10
venusfly The World My Oyster Joined: Feb 2007 Location: New York City, USA Posts: 2,135	I'm probably in the minority here, but I have own only one Rolex. I made sure to select the one I loved to death and which I knew would make me happy for years to come (Ladies size solid white Gold DateJust, Presidential band /hidden clasp with a diamond bezel and dial). Having gotten my Rolex fix I moved on to acquiring other jewelry without wanting more watches.

Jul 19th, 2009, 08:16 AM	#11
burqaface Member Joined: Mar 2009 Posts: 95	i have a yellow gold daytona with black dial and my mom's vintage yellow gold oyster perpetual i feel like a white gold rolex will complete the collection, though i do wear gold most of the time, i need a watch that will match silver.
burqaface Member Joined: Mar 2009 Posts: 95

Jul 19th, 2009, 08:21 AM	#12
bagshopr Member Joined: Apr 2007 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 988	I used to have a problem with owning more than one watch. To me, it seemed excessive. But I have no problem with lots of earrings, necklaces, rings, shoes, purses, etc. So my concern seems a bit illogical. I always swore I would never have more than one watch and I had just my Cartier quartz and I wore it every day. With a black strap and white face, it went with everything and I was very happy. But one day I started dreaming of Rolex and I could not let it go. Now I have a WG ladies size Rolex and I love both of my watches. I wear the Rolex for two days and the Cartier on the third day. This schedule keeps the Rolex running. Will I ever buy another watch? Not an expensive one, maybe a costume jewelry one. I would feel bad if I could not keep my automatic running with enough wear time.

Jul 19th, 2009, 12:15 PM	#14
Hokaplan OP Member Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,002	What do you think of air-king? I believe it is 34mm. I already have a 2-tone ladies for dress and an ss mid-size for everyday. I also have a white plain 38mm J12. I was dreaming last night about a black 33mm j12 with diamond markers or an air-king. I just don't know if I want a 4th automatic watch. At least the 33mm j12 is quartz.
Hokaplan OP Member Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,002

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