Don’t worry, I have already identified that I am incredibly stupid for feeling this way, but I am always a little stressed when thinking about building my collection. I want a watch for each outfit look and occasion; and they have to showcase an interesting facet of the watch world (history, design, mechanism). And I have a low budget and 12 slots in my box so I feel like each watch has to be very carefully chosen (and often weighed against knowledgeable collectors’ opinions). Perhaps this is a curse for us collectors trammelled by a low budget. Does this resonate with anyone else or are you a more impulsive purchaser? How do I relax more?
Fun topic! I was impulsive but then I ended up with watches I didn’t love. More so, watches that were not comfortable. Now I’m very thoughtful. I intend to keep everything I buy and add one per year. I make a list and then narrow it down and try to limit redundancy. I also focus on pieces I would wear often instead of special occasions. Now I realize this part isn’t normal, but I incorporate watches into my New Years Resolutions! I know that’s weird.
That doesn’t seem weird, that seems like a very healthy philosophy and I applaud you :)