These are Watches You Will Always REGRET Buying
5 WATCHES YOU WILL ALWAYS REGRET BUYING:
1. The Fashion Watch; so I am thinking Gucci, Versace, Hugo Boss, Armani. Any design house that is using their name, brand power and reputation to sell an overpriced quartz fashion watch.
2. The Investment Watch - so a watch you are buying solely hoping it will go up in value. It's a risky game to play - be careful with that one!
3. The HYPE Watch. Now, don't get m wrong, I love a good hype watch! I mean, I am a Rolex fan girl. But I mean more, that you feel like you need to buy a watch because it is so hype.
4. Not buying on the bracelet. C'mon now. Always buy on the bracelet! It's so easy to get after market straps.
5. Buying a watch that doesn't suit you style. I find a lot of the horological icons to be... kinda hard to style watches - like the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, Cartier Tank, Breguet Classique. If you can't think of a way you'd style it... IT might just not be right for you!
Anyways - that's my take! I'd love to hear anything YOU would add on there!!
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00-0:14 - Intro
0:15-1:51 - The Fashion Watch
1:52-4:05 - The Investment Watch
4:06-5:27 - Lost in the Hype
5:28-6:25 - Not Buying the Bracelet
6:26-7:24 - The Watch that Doesn't Suit Your Style
7:25-7:46 - Outro
7:47-8:24 - Thank You Patrons!!
My niece, knowing I like watches, bought me a Ben Sherman watch for my 50th birthday. She was working minimum wage, and it represented a lot of money for her. When she gave it to me she said, "the receipts in the box so if you don't like it you can get something else" Of course nothing could have been further from my mind. I wear it often and proudly because she took the time and trouble to pick it out for me. You can't put a price on that. Oh and ten years later it's still ticking away. I always say to people, it doesn't matter what it is, do your due diligence by making sure you're getting a good deal, and buy what you like, not what others say you should like.
Love this ❤
Girl with a class! Congrats!
Bless u both !!
If my niece ever buy me a watch I'll be a most proudly uncle in the world! I steel am, but then I'll be even more!
Well now that I thing of, maybe that is why my mother never wears her 400$ Bulova but she allways wears her 25$ Casio that me and my brother bought her when we were kids 🤔
I always regret buying what I call "bridge watches." These are purchases you make that are typically below your normal budget level. Their purpose is to "scratch the itch" before getting the higher budget watch you actually want. But rarely do they stay in the collection and the only thing they do is deplete your budget and delay getting what you really want. I'm better at this than I used to be, but still a work in progress.
Don’t buy a watch you’ve been eyeing online after you’ve been drinking a bit. 😂
THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ADVICE ON THIS PAGE !! DON'T BUY WHEN DRUNK !!
That's how I built my collection! Nothing wrong with it! You can always take time, sometimes years, to grow into liking your watch rather than admitting that I am stupid and stop making drunk purchases online.
i did that yesterday and today i cancelled that order....... because i just found a better deal
Yep… although that’s how I own my favourite watch 🤔 But also how I lost my least favourite girlfriend so 🤷🏻♂️😂
Gosh I wish someone had told me this before xD
The part about bracelets hit home for me! Great video as always! Quick question for ya. I am planning on buying a tank for my wife, but was almost certain of going with the leather strap version cause it looked great that way. Would you recommend going bracelet for the tank as well or is this a strap watch? Also any recommendations on size for it? Couldn’t decide between the small and large lol. The extra large would be too big. Appreciate your help!
Great advice, Britt. I'd add buying watches without trying them on first is often a source of regret. Trying them on your wrist before you buy is always an excellent idea. Cheers!
She kinda covered that at the end... didn't she?
Glad you mentioned the Aldo watch! My first watch was a Skagen, and my wife bought me another one as a gift. I treasure both, alongside all the grails in the collection. All deep loves start somewhere.
You are 100% right about the "investment" watch. It's a way of kidding yourself that you're being wise buying something that you want as a consumer. Accept that you're just consuming things for fun and act accordingly. The *luckiest* watches perform worse than a low-cost index fund. The average watch performs worse than *cash*. Nothing with those kinds of numbers would be promoted as an investment class under normal circumstances.
Here’s an example of an investment brand that not only guarantee’s you an instant price increase, but also a huge increase over the coming years/decade: Nearly any sports model Rolex straight from the AD. I’ve bought 2 submariners, an airking, a milgauss and a Wimbledon. Currently waiting on a Daytona, and while all of them have risen significantly (especially compared to retail prices), I still will not sell them just yet. No, I do not wear them. Investment watches work and is a real thing, it’s just not a lot of people understand investing in the first place and use it as an excuse. It’s certainly more viable than gold if you have a good nose for certain pieces.
@@jokeman1169 What's the basis for knowing they're guaranteed to have huge increases over the coming decade?
@@ifnyoupure guesswork based on recent years and heavy retail inflation of prices I’d suggest.
Anyone who plays the 'bubble will never burst' game is kidding themselves. For some people over committing only slightly can be a catastrophe. For an absolute amateur to pick certain watches (even brands), and to get those picks right, and to then be able to sell the watches and make good on the other side of the investment - there's a lot of ifs and ands. Additionally, the real investment watches take a big chunk of liquidity - I've heard people asking which Tudor would be a good investment. I mean, really? It's a rich man's game - and it's only ok if you can lose the money and shrug it off, because the risk is too high. @@watchpapi
@@ifnyou historically it’s been the case that that’s what we can expect, ontop of the fact that watch prices usually coincide well with inflation. Ie. When inflation rises, the watch’s price will also, not only due to retail price increases, but also for other factors. All in all, if you bought a retail sports Rolex model even just 5 years ago, you’d be sitting on a very comfy return even after years of regular use. Essentially making money for enjoying a high end piece.
This is a great video. Good, unbiased advice for new and existing collectors. Most content creators try to push some sponsored brand, specifically Grand Seiko. I was waiting for GS bit to pop up but glad it was not mentioned. Looking forward to watching more videos from this channel.
Adding another tip! Please be careful when purchasing a watch from a Grey Market or Amazon dealer. I fell victim to purchasing a fake Breitling on Amazon's site. Amazon was not any help with obtaining a refund so be wary. Lesson learned and I only work with trusted Authorized Dealers that I respect. Keep up the great educational videos Britt.
I love this. .. especially point no2!!!!!!! Your channel has shot up to my favourite 3 "watches channel".
This is very good advice Britt, although I own a Fashion Watch that I really like and wear quite often. The only decent watch in my collection is a time only Omega from the 1950's very small for a men's watch but I love it and wear it on special occasions. Thank you for your insightful videos.
Thanks for posting! Me and my Timex Explorer really enjoy "watching" these videos, lol.
Great tube. All good points, especially the bracelet one.
6:26 I used this exact tip to make a choice while picking up my first watch: the dress kx. I was choosing between the Seiko SRPE51 and SRPE57. I personally really love the black face with gold and white accent on the 57, but while that color scheme is quite traditional, it doesn't work as well with my wardrobe as the SRPE51 with the grey sunray dial. I ended up choosing the 51 with the grey dial because it was far more versatile and matches my style far better. I stand by that choice as this watch is meant to be my daily driver and the beginning of my collection. I plan to get a bit more bold and chase personal preference as I expand my collection in the future. I appreciate that you brought this concept up as it really was a deciding factor for me that inevitably made a difficult decision quite easy.
What a great video. You've echo'ed a lot of things we've thought from time to time. 🔥
Thank you for the sound advice…. You hit them all I think nothing further to add. Subscribing right away….
Great video, thanks for sharing 👍🏻
I think your #5 is one of the most important and one that took me a long time to realise! I like all of those nice dress watches with good leather straps, but I hardly ever wear clothes that suit them. My style is more that sporty / casual / slightly dressier combination that lots of steel sports watches with steel bracelets work well with.
"Buy what you love and you'll never regret it" is the most sage advice in this hobby and life in general! I own two references from Zodiac and am currently eyeing a Super Squale as a pickup for early next year! Not exactly hype pieces lol but I am saving for an Explorer 36mm which I guess might fall more into the popular/hype watch category -- but it's still no Daytona 😅
AAAAMEN! We are given so little time on this spinning rock in outer space! Buy what you love!!
@@BrittPearceWatchesI just got a Citizen NY0040-17L on strap (hate bracelets) which was my grail for a long time now my current grail is a Stowa Marine 36
@@BrittPearceWatchesIt is, indeed, a short pony ride. To think that all my watches will be my children’s one day is sobering. Keep up the good work!
Great advice and examples. Fashion watches got me into watches as well and for that I am thankful. However quality and history now rule the game😊.
I agree with first 4, but the 5th one is tougher. In June I got a Seiko Tank, watch completely different than my typical sports watch, nato and bracelet taste. Got it brown lizard and fell in love. Getting out of the comfort zone might be fun, and from time to time we all should try something different. Have a good day Gringa
I think the point was that those watches are quite dressy and hard to style with say, a college hoodie and fleece puffer jacket. It completely depends on the individuals personal style. For me, sporty divers and chronographs are hard to style!
Great words, good sense and proper advice - absolutely agree.
Fantastic video BP.
I agree completely. It matches with my experiences. Very competent, very wise and - not last but least, very entertaining.
Great idea for a watch wearer’s video and excellent advice!
Love the blue dial Christopher Ward Bel Canto you included. It speaks to me. I declined picking one up because I was certain that it would spend substantially more time on the shelf than on my wrist. And yet... A good follow-up video: 5 watches you will regret NOT buying.
I must be mellowing in my old age, but I am becoming more tolerant of 'fashion watches'. Lets be honest 'I know I can get better value for money but I trust the brand and like the design' isnt limited to MVMT customers! We often just call it 'heritage' to justify the name on the dial. If someone gets a buzz of enthusiasm when they look on their wrist to see Armani on the dial the same way I would if I see VC..... I wont pee in their cornflakes by pointing out where they could have got better value, in a hobby that is mostly ruled by the heart over the head. I do agree that if that person stays in the hobby, their priorities may change and they may regret that purchase, but lots of collectors buy watches that puzzle me. Interesting and thought provoking video. Thanks.
Well said.
Well said enthusiasts say fashion watches overpriced while wearing a luxury watch that has made the manufacturer thousands.
Have a Merry Christmas BP and Family. Prosperous and healthy 2024 as well from Australia.
Thank you ❤
Same to you and your nearest and dearest.
great video Britt! Grounded and well spoken as always. Also you could totally put a 16mm strap on that Cartier.
Britt, great video! I agree about fashion watches. Skagen was my entry in loving watches. I sold it recently as my collection is now affordable quality watches and vintage. God bless you in 2024!
Great video, loved the content se muy bueno!
Couldn’t agree more with all of these points. Great video, Britt! 🤝🔥
Great advice. Buy what you love because you love it. And yes, trying it on first (if you can) is a huge plus! The watch I have now is theoretically a bit larger than I would normally consider, but it's surprisingly thin and wears a bit smaller than I expected. Win-win!
Solid video, Britt. Great advice.
Ahh thank you so much! 💕 I’m so glad you enjoyed!
About point 4, I will say it's definitely worth it if the watch is on clearance. I bought a JLC Polaris with 30% off from my AD before Richemont pulled out all of their dealerships, and bought the bracelet with JLC directly, the total value combined is still cheaper than buying retail from JLC directly.
Love your channel, love your content - and I especially love when you sing the Pope Tier Patrons song at the end of a video (lol) ! 😎 Keep up the good work !
I'll never regret buying any of my Oris watches. I love them.
As you shouldn't! ORIS WATCHES ARE AWESOME!
Really entertaining video Britt, thanks. For me, an honourable mention should go to "buying a watch which is almost identical to one already in your collection"....obviously quite subjective, as this hobby is all about small details, but how many 'black dial with rotating bezel watches' does someone need?
Great video... What's a good inexpensive men's Watch brand?
Ahh, we needed to see the insights of Brit on this topic 👍. Great aspects that you talked about here, especially the last one
I was gifted an automatic Fossil watch that I wore for 7 years. I beat the hell out of it, and when it finally died, I came out on the other end of that experience hungry for a better watch from a more serious brand. Fast forward a year later and I have a serious collection with a couple heavy hitting timepieces, but none of that would have come to pass if it wasn’t for me falling in love with that one fashion watch from Fossil.
Brit, I totally agree. My first automatic I have was given to me as a joke. It is a Breitling knockoff. HOWEVER, I loved it. The blue dial was so cool and I loved watching the movement work. Yes, today I know better and I own 15+ watches we have to start some where.
BRITT U R BRILLIANT. Felt that first 5 secs , then at 1 min then again at 2:32 mins. Right on the Fashion watch, right on Seiko, ORient, Casio, Timex and damn right on the Investment watches. I'm subscribing. 🙂🙂
I got a $250 rotary watch for my 18th birthday, a simple silver see-through mechanical watch. I love being able to see the inner workings of the watch and many years later when looking for a daily replacement, I was looking at watches with a budget 20x the price and couldn't find one that I liked the look of more than my rotary. Price isn't everything!
05:46 Yeah totally agree on this one. I bought the Tudor GMT a while back…..on the leather strap. I did it because I thought it looked way better on the leather strap than on the metal bracelet, plus it was cheaper! Yeah that was a dumb move. The bracelet not particularly easy to find on its own, and when I did find one it was more than the price difference between the leather strap and metal bracelet! The leather strap on the other hand I could easily find, and usually for significantly less than the price difference between the strap and bracelet. Crazy. But I sold the watch rather than buying a bracelet for it. Upgraded to a Seadweller 4000 instead (that’s the 40mm version but with the modern clasp and solid links!).
Amazing advice as usual
Love this, great insight
I think you nailed it on the bracelet suggestion. I bought my Tudor Black Bay GMT on the nylon strap and quickly wanted to buy the bracelet. Come to find out that the bracelet was around $1k so I decided to go after market. Definitely recommend buying the watch on the bracelet if it comes with one.
Great video, on a roll I’m guessing we won’t get to see a full video on the Aldo :-)
Thank you, this is all very good advice.
Yor channel is just lovely. i am a big watch lover an quite new to your youtube channel, but I just subscribed and going to visit frequently from now on. ♥
The advice on the bracelet was quite helpful for my new purchase 🫡 thanks a lot -from seoul
M happy that I watched your video. U gave a good insight of average person.
I have no interest in watches but I enjoy your passion and enthusiasm. I watch your channel often. Happy to support. Cheers
Excellent advice. Thanks.
The Canadian who has been in the UK long enough to use the phrase ‘chuffed to bits’ in precisely the correct context 😂 Spot on with the reasons! As always love the video!
Brit, you art right about getting a bracelet. I have been collecting for about 30 years; I just realized this last year. I guess I am just a slow learner. Your videos are so well thought out and interesting. Thank you for caring and making videos that prove it.
spot on great advice
Good advice. Thanks
Sure glad you didn't mention any of my watches as mistakes. 😂 The suggestion about the bracelet is a really good one. 👍
I got a Movado ad during this video…how ironic 😂 Another great video; I can’t say I disagree with anything you said, though if, I may, I’d love to add a bit. For the bracelet thing, even if you don’t like the bracelet, still buy it. I got my Speedmaster on leather because I didn’t like the design of the 1998 bracelet. I ended up with a vintage bracelet down the line (and now I wear it on Seamaster 300 Co-Ax leather, of all things), but only after spending hours researching what vintage bracelets would fit my modern Speedmaster, and hundreds more than I would have just getting the 1998. Always buy bracelet, it’s just the most pragmatic decision, even if costs a little more upfront. Had I bought the watch on the bracelet and I still wanted a vintage bracelet, I could have sold the 1998 to offset the cost of going vintage. Definitely never buy a watch as an investment; either use real security instruments or if you’re really into physical assets, precious metal coins are another thing you can do. I think it boils down to this-never buy a watch you don’t want, for any reason. Not because it’s hot, not to fill a “hole” in your collection, not because it’s an investment, not because it’s similar to a watch you do want, but can’t afford, not because it’s a good value. Nothing makes a good value a bad value faster than selling it at a loss or letting it sit in a drawer for years because you didn’t actually want it.
the bracelet part is spot on XD every watch i bought without a bracelet i always found myself wanting the bracelet after.
Great advice!
Just discovered your channel and here are my five thoughts: 1. I love your set up. 2. I love how eloquent you are when speaking to the camera. 3. I love your editing skills. 4. I agree with everything you said on this video specially how fashion watches can be the Gateway to getting into horology. 5. I love the way you quickly end the video and encourage for subscriptions which I did subscribe of course. Great job! Can’t wait to see more of your videos.
The advice about the bracelet is spot on. I always will buy the bracelet version. You can find very good straps for great prices if you look around.
Unless it has faux rivets, which I absolutely hate 🙂.
what was your first luxury watch..? can you make a review about that please? regards from switzerland cedric
I admire the fortitude of your mind to balance out something you wanted for a while and is already at your grasp and just then, for some reason realized not entirely for you. If I was on that situation i don´t think i could stop myself and go straight for it no more thinking allowed. Great tips thank you.
Good advice. I always look at buying a watch as "renting it" when I sell it for less I've lost some money but enjoyed owning it.
What a great video! VERY sound advice across the board. I think Richard Mille is a good example of a "Hype" watch. I'll bet the bottom falls out on them soon.
You just changed my mind on a watch I'm about to buy on a strap.. I'll get it on the bracelet now thanks to you!
I agree on the bracelet point, but with the omega seamaster im going with the rubber all day
Hi britt, you becoming more and more beautiful😂 . Happy christmas ! Love from France
What do you think about something like the Gucci Timeless Automatic? 2895 ETA Caliber, same one used in several Hamilton and Tissot models. Sapphire crystal, etc.
Still a fashion watch
@@toastbrotL1 why do you say that? I’m genuinely just curious and playing devils advocate here. It’s a watch made in Switzerland from all the same materials - stainless steel case, dial material, sapphire crystal, ETA caliber, etc. but because it has “Gucci” written on it it’s a fashion watch? If it said Tissot, Tag, Orient, Oris, etc. would it be any different? By all measures, it seems like a very high quality watch.
Good advice. I’ve made a few of those mistakes.
Merry Christmas have a great one !I like to watch videos about expensive watches but fortunate enough to love wearing Vostock Amphibias and have a dozen lol .P.s Love new look channel must'admit I drifted away from watch gringa but this fresh look has got me back for sure .
Quality always sells, buy it if you like it and enjoy the watch. I find Longines really great value and design. They hold their value too.
Love the show.
Who makes fashion watches? I had a couple Ken Coles back in high school/college
The watch I kinda regret buying was the Citizen Atessa Radio-Controlled, since 1. Thailand still far away from signal post 2. I can't understand how to play it LOL
Thumbs up for Orient bambino mention and for beginner advice re: lug width
I just bought 2 Orients, a black dial and a white one....just because, they are inexpensive, but good movements and pretty.... Orient was my first real watch when I was 12 years old.....don't know what happened to that piece, and I would love to find it again, so, I am going down memory lane so to speak..... I watch what I like.....regardless of who makes it.....cheap or expensive.....I do not own Cartier, Girard P, IWC or Patek....but I got plenty of the others....long live individuality outside of the fashion world!!!!! by the way...as I am writing this, DHL just delivered my Panzera 45Q....really stoked!!! Cheers!!
I almost bought a moonswatch watch but I didn’t really like it when I went in store and had a look. I would’ve regretted it because they weren’t my style! Great advice 🎉
Note from super casual Seattle, you totally can wear a "dress watch" with a sports wear. It looks fine with a hoodie. It looks great with some jeans. I live in a tech city filled with disposable income and see some very expensive pieces paired with a t-shirt
I wear mine all the time with joggers/hoodies etc.
I SO AGREE!! There’s nothing a love more than wearing my Cartier tank with sweat pants and a casual outfit! BUT, I think the wearer needs to feel comfortable with that! I think a lot of people would still feel more comfortable with the Seamaster and sweats!
This is a great video. Watches are not an investment!
1. Nothing wrong with quartz.
Nope.
And of course not all quartz is created equal . . .
I love my Breitling Colt quartz. Always accurate.
Really disappointed to hear prevalence of quartz being listed as a negative. Especially because britt never usually misses
I think she was stating the broader attitude about these fashion watches, rather than her personal opinion. She’s right that the watch enthusiast community still hasn’t embraced quartz (and never will over self-winding movements).
You're from Vancouver?! Me too. Enjoying your videos-thinking about buying my first mechanical watch. Looking at the Seamaster 300 with the black face :)
The only one of those I'd mildly disagree with is the "always buy on the bracelet" one, the exception for me being what if you really don't like the bracelet, &/or really love the alernative. Now if you're buying with the notion of selling on later, then fine, buy the bracelet to increase it's potential resale value, but if it's a keeper, and you love the Nato / leather / Rubber strap variation, then I say go for it.
Potentially you can buy the strap from the AD later on if you want it, (or sweet talk the AD into throwing it in "for free" when buying the watch,) and it's cheaper to buy the strap later than the bracelet, and if you have both you present a better value prop later if you do decide to sell the piece
Great points! Especially about getting it on bracelet, because it usually cost only slightly more. Thing i have been pondering about that is Glashütte Original, it cost around 1k USD/€ more to be on a normal stainless steel bracelet.. Opinions?
The Hamilton on bracelet that you show is a nice watch!
I agree with the idea of avoiding the illusion of purchasing as an investment. I like the idea of sticking to a budget that allows one to avoid feeling crushed when huge loss is taken down the road when the time comes to nice on. With that in mind, there are very good pre owned options and buying preowned from a good dealer can feel like a more premium experience than buying gray market for example. One other suggestion, set aside the habit of looking for your next watch and simply take some time looking at what you find interesting from the perspective of horology and watchmaking. It’s possible to be interested in something you have no intention or perhaps ability to afford. That can take some pressure off and allow one to feel like something other than a consumer. Raise the bar. I’m in the process of selling four or five watches from the first eight months of collecting. It’s proving to be a hassle. I don’t need those watches just sitting around. They are good, but not of much interest. I’m not going to take a massive hit, but I will take a hit if and when they sell. Fortunately, most were bought ore owned. I feel lucky to have raised the bar when I did and only have a handful to try to sell, it’s a waste of time and money. -Focus on watches that aren’t easily bought on impulse in a chronic fashion.
I buy a watch for the anesthetic and it's ability to tell time. This is one of the best posts on watches I've seen on KZhead. Thank you.
Fantastic video. Quick sidenote, same that goes for watches goes for Fragrances, Shoes, Cars, Yachts and other items. What they all have in common is that things change. So what you wanted 20, 30, 40 years ago is garbage today or has no meaning to you. So very good things to take into consideration when buying a watch. Good job!
Best advice is buy what you like. I love the Omega Seamaster and I finally got one and everytime I wear it makes me happy.
What was the hype watch that you declined? Great vid!! Great advice, “Buy what you love!!”.
A fashion watch is what honestly got me into watches. I was gifted a Movado series 800 chrono at my wedding.
All great advice. The bracelet one in particular, I actively looked for my Planet Ocean on a rubber strap with the orange stitching BIG MISTAKE! Should I want a proper Omega PO bracelet it’s £600 (possibly a lot more now). 😢
I have never been too troubled by odd lug widths with regard to straps. As part of my day job I amassed quite a collection of surgical grade scalpels and blades (no, I'm not a surgeon). With a good blade it is very easy to chamfer the lug ends of a strap down by 1mm to convert an even width strap to an odd, ie 20mm down to 19mm, and the result is all but indistinguishable unless you are in to the absurdly close eyeballing of lugs. In fact, the slight overlap of the strap around the lug can look really good.
Wait..... What is your job lol?!?! NOW I NEED TO KNOW!
When did you get out sling blade?
@@BrittPearceWatches In the print (before it all went electronic) we would create page make-up/mechanical composition on card sheets using paper bromide prints or film. This was all cut-up with scalpels and assembled by hand on a parallel motion table. Can't tell you how many finger tips I trimmed with those bastard blades. Let's just say, by the time you know you've goofed-up the blade has already gone in, through and out the other side.
be careful of the side finishings of different straps when you do this. I presume you reseal the shaved away parts with something and don't just let them fray away?
@@Horizontalvertigo Agreed. Many can be effectively sealed using the heated tip of a small flat-head screwdriver to "weld" the material.
Wise words! For me it much depends on how the watch sits on my wrist. I have a Cartier Americaine...it looks so erudite and beautiful; it imbues me with an authority I do nor deserve. Unfortunately, it's long rectangular configuration fits like a ski slope on my wrist. Whereas my medium size Cartier de Santos together with a leather strap hugs my arm like an old friend.
Your channel has exploded. Congrats!
No regrets, I only buy either very cheap or more expensive watches… and it’s always the cheap ones where people go “oh, that’s a nice watch” 😂 I like my Omega’s - I’ve got more slender wrists, so bulkier brands just look ridiculous on me, and Omega is very much my family watch brand (I’ve got vintage ones going back to 1920s which belonged to my grandparents etc.). I get that some people like Rolex’s, but they generally seem a bit flashy - people always seems to get a gold one - so not the sort of thing you could wear daily (or if you did, shouts I don’t have a selection of nice watches to choose from otherwise I would have picked one more appropriate for this particular engagement).
that thing about people complimenting the cheaper item goes with everything haha… I’ll wear my Pelagos 39 with a Costco jacket and people always give me compliments on the jacket.