HI Tony, my first watch was a Rolex sub date I waited on an AD list for 1 year in 2000, I saved a lot of money by not buying all the cheaper watches, I still love the sub
- I can afford it but it still makes me uncomfortable to spend that much money on myself. I have no problem spending that kind of money or more on college and weddings for my kids, safe cars for my family etc. But strictly on myself, not so easy.
Consider it as a purchase for yourself and also a purchase for your kids. The watch will be passed on to them in future. Buy the Rolex if you feel comfortable and ask your self do you deserve it?
Great advice Tony!! This journey started with Movado for me. I am 41 and I bought myself one at $500 in 1999. I was very young and it was a HUGE purchase for me. But the advice here is key. Don’t overspend on anything unless you have the cash to pay for it. Never charge a credit card or take a loan out to pay for any luxury item. That’s insane. You shouldn’t have anxiety about making the purchase. If you do, you aren’t ready. My first big watch purchase was a Tudor BB GMT at $4500 but at that time I could easily afford it. I now have a bunch of higher end watches but I can afford it and I know spending that money doesn’t affect me. I do have a total budget for my collection. If I approach it I sell off a piece.
Tony, I think this topic is very relevant and down to earth. I love Rolex watches. I am 66 years old and I still have not pulled the trigger on one. I have other things to spend my limited money on. So why am I watching this video you might be asking? Well, I like the subject matter. No one cares what watch I actually wear. In fact, where I live, I have never even seen a real Rolex in the wild. But, I still love Rolex. Thanx for the nice video.
I went straight to the top at 20 (56 now). Best thing I ever did. I enjoy Casio Duros thru Sinn 212 to Omega still. Rolex is the fancy meal out once a year. McDonalds is weekly, and Five Guys monthly. I enjoy every meal 😋 A watch guy is a watch guy ; )
Solid advice Tony! I remember buying a of Movado in the late 90's and I thought i was the man lol. This was like my 6th or 7th watch; I have had watches since I was like 8.You are 100% correct there are levels to it. I remember when i fell hard times and sold my Movado. Then when things got good again I said my next watch is going to be a Rolex and was watch less for a few years until I was able to buy one and it felt great!
This is hands down my favorite video you’ve done. You’ve done a great job unpacking a lot of the psychology of purchasing, and the value of self-respect above self-shame.
Tony. Now your videos are popping up on my feed. You speak the truth and have a great delivery style Man. Wore a gucci watch in high school. I got a Maurice Lacroix out of law school paid $1,000 at the mall. Then got into Invicta and Renato lol. Righted the path and got a blusey and it went from there. Never bought to impress people just love watches and the hobby. Lost alot more on watches that I have made but as you say it is the journey. Keep it real 👍
TG… Very important subject and a great topic and you got it….! You are absolutely correct about this subject, just my opinion…. Truth is, you can wear a Rolex or other fine timepiece and nobody even notices and really they don’t care unless it’s someone who’s into watches and there is not that many out there…. Oh this was a great down to earth, honest video about a subject that is prevalent…! Loved this❤️💯👍5 STARS ✨ as usual…! Greg
Great conversation to be had! Being new to watches just a year ago, I relate it to a guitar collecting journey. You have to work your way through the Epiphones and Mexican Fenders, to standard models, then into custom shop or vintage if you want. After playing for almost 30 years, I have a small but awesome guitar collection. I started my watch collection with an Omega Speedmaster and will add a Sub at some point. Will put away a little money at a time so it won’t be a big deal when the time comes.
Looking forward to this one. My comment before watching (as someone who has both worked in retail (including watch sales, but not Rolex) and is a Rolex customer, is that people really need to pass the 'Attitude Test'!
Hi Tony, great video. Tons of great advice here. It is so important to learn what you like and experiment with more affordable watches. Especially what size, thickness, dial designs etc. Speak to you. It is much less stressful spending $300 on a Seiko deciding it doesn't do it for you and selling it on for $200. I call this watch rent.
Watch collecting is a journey. Start from the bottom and work your way up. You will find these watch collectors are far more interesting and knowledgeable. Even if some of there watches were not the right choice. That’s the journey. Finally getting the watch you desire is just apart of the journey. Some times the chase for a model can be better than the watch when you do get it. 🤟👍.
Hi Tony.. nice watch! Thanks for the videos! .. I am seeing videos talking about the waiting list at AD's, that there really is not a waiting list... have you addressed that? New to your videos, will check out older ones, thanks
Down to earth 🌏 I can tell by watching every single episode how much you know about watches, but I also see HOW MUCH a you know about life, you’re a great person Tony 🫡
Tony that was great idea doing a segment specifically on this topic. Buy what you can afford and don’t get caught up with the hype.👍Watches are luxury item especially when you get into higher end brands. Talking about watches was at Moritz Grossman AD. As you know very limited production. I think they make about 450 watches a year. The AD had MG-003520 limited to only 50 watches worldwide. I’m contemplating in buying it, funny thing remember was offered a 6119R Patek and I passed. Both watches sell for $32k.😁Like to get your opinion Tony.🤔
I had the same anxiety before buying my Rolex, a 124060. All those feelings left when I put it on my wrist and walked out the store. Second Rolex a 126710 didn’t have those same butterflies just excitement.
My next watch will cost me about £50,000 ... A. Lange & Söhne. That makes me nervous. But I already have several watches in my collection worth over £70,000 and that doesnt make me nervous. In fact the opposite. Grand Seiko, Rolex, Omega, Cartier, G-Shock MRG, Hanhart... love my watch options. But that Lange... oh boy... 😮
My first luxury mechanical watch is Oris pointer date 40. Then longines hydro conquest. Then omega smp 300. I sold the oris and longines to help out with the purchase on the omega. I saved up about a year for the submariner date 😂. Now I am going back to the 5k watches. I think I enjoy more in that 4-5 k ranges.
Hi Tony. Been watching your videos for over a month now. Yesterday on the Friday Q&A I was hoping you would have seen my question. I just woke up now it’s 05:19 South African time and I go to TH-cam and you are on my timeline and bang.. you’re addressing my question. I am about to watch the video Let me get coffee ☕️
Thanks Tony. I am humbled how a gentlemen from one side of the world can talk sense to another dude thousands of miles away.. the power of connectivity! 🙌🏾 But more so your humility and knowledge about the subject matter! I laughed on one of your videos when you mimicked “I gotta have a pepsi” 😂 I gotta have a mint green .. NOT! Thanks for being amazing 🤌🏿🤙🏾🤙🏾
Sylvester Stallone did not wear his Patek he didn’t even take the plastic off get the scissors and cut open the plastic little bag it comes in let alone wear it and he probably has a net worth in the hundreds of millions of dollars and he is already selling the Patek not having even worn it once but I think cutting open the plastic bag the Patek loses $100k to $200k in value but again he makes that much money in less than a week!!!! So why didn’t he wear it???????
I kinda get the anxiety part to the Rolex deal. At least for me it took a while to understand where it came from. It’s not anxiety caused by spending the money. It was anxiety caused by the “who am I to own/wear a Rolex”. Growing up below the poverty line, having a mom that had to steal sometimes to feed and cloth me, being a high school dropout ect ect bla bla. Over the last 20 years I worked my ass off and started with Tissot and Citizen and moved up from there. Now … Fuck it man! That’s who I am to wear a Rolex. Great advice Tony👊. Hope your you’re all good man.
My first watch purchase was $250.00 in 2006. My most recent watch purchase in March of this year was 18k. I never thought I’d be able to afford that kind of watch but thank God I can. However, it’s all about what you’re comfortable with.
Hi Tony, I like and appreciate your common sense which is not so common in today's world anymore. One thing that irks me is that many people in this habit of watches think that what they have on their wrist defines who they are. I don't buy more expensive pieces then about $6000 because I have a self imposed $ limit and it serves me well my friend. I like the Rolex Presidential but get more satisfaction out of a multiple watch collection made up of omega, Tudors, GSs,and my all time favorite piece a early 2000s 41mm reverse panda Navitimer. My friends don't judge me by what's on my wrist and neither do I. Hey man, continue to keep it real ok?
Fluted Jubilee Mint Green 36mm can give him a bit of profit if sold brand new, but if it's a 41mm, it's going to give him a bigger profit. The market is still strong, but only for the highly-sought after dial colours and fluted Jubilee combo: Mint Green, Blue, Motif, or Wimbledon. It's a no-brainer decision, really, unless money is tight or if he wanted to buy more Rolex in the future.
Love this advice! What is your opinion on the Christopher Ward Trident Pro 300? I got mine in black dial 42mm on bracelet and love it. Maybe I’ll get a Rolex someday
Tony, he could have already been on the $50-2000 journey, but that bump to $10k is still a big one. If they’re reading the comments, then I say if you really like the watch (and why put your name down if not) go for it. The model on offer can be your only watch for the rest of your life, it’s that versatile. And assuming it’s a 36mm could also also be handed down to kids. If you have it 10 years it’s cost you $20 a week. That’s a few beers/coffees.
Yeah it’s funny… I no longer feel comfortable spending very much money on watches at all. I love Tony because he is authentic, he enjoys and knows about fine watches… and he does not judge you. He’s an awesome watch guy and his message in this video is spot on. Be comfortable in your own skin. You don’t need to buy anything to impresses anyone. You like Rolex? Watch Tony Gamble videos! They are free! (And Tony is awesome) great video Tony
Great video Tony! More questions about the same subject: how many monthly salaries is it reasonable to spend for the "Watch" ( a good quality or luxury watch that you'll keep and maintain for the rest of your life). Also, considering that buying a watch is not the same as affording it, how many monthly salaries do think should be taken into account for service/repairs every 5 years? Thanks!
Question for you man. So I inquired about a few Rolex Watches from my local Ad almost 3 years ago. Those watches include , Rolex Submariner.41m black dial with date, Rolex Sea-Dweller, Rolex Deepsea and the long awaited Daytona. Now I get the Daytona is a long stretch however I have a very long spending history with this Ad to include a rolex,breitling, Tag Heuer and a lot of other nice jewelry from not only the same Ad but the same sales guy. At the same time I contacted them I also contacted another AD in the area with zero spending history and about a year later was contacted and was chosen for the Sea-Dweller which I purchased. Do you think with the spending history I have and the relationship I have with the first AD that it’s a little ridiculous I haven’t been contacted about one of the watches I inquired about almost 3 years ago? I continue to keep in touch but I am being told it’s not up to the sales people on who picks who gets what watch it’s the owner. Which I have met with one time and it was a very pleasant experience. Figured I would get your thoughts on that. Thanks man and love what you’re doing with the channel and also love the watch collection!
Hi Tony, we have the same watch! I'm also wearing my 36mm fluted Jubilee Wimbledon today! The bezel is moderately scratched up now. That's a bit sad because it costs a good grand or more to replace it.
My advise would be build up your collection, if you can’t afford to miss the money you can’t afford it. Great video as normal Tony. Loads of good watches at cheaper prices.
This is great content and advice Tony. I have worked my way up from spending on a Casio Watches up to a Rolex sports models and a little above. People who are not into watches say you spent 10k on a watch. YEA 😂 when I get the Daytona call. I will be in the Rolex show room picking it up, can you pass me the bin I’m just going to vomit a bit. New territory lol.😂 😢😢. Would you like some champagne the Rolex represent ask, owl hell yea🏆. If I was in AP or Patek. I would probably buy a plastic bag, and get three free drinks lol. Thanks Tony.
I wonder what the dude ended up doing. I agree with you - but he may never be “ready” - like you reference - the rich dudes keeping it humble… he may be that person….😊 TY, T!!❤
Hi @talkingtimepieceswithtony. I did respond. I wonder seemed my comment is not visible. I will copy and re-post it. And delete old one. Dealer still had the watch on hold for me btw waiting for me to decide 🫣
That Rolex is easy to get out of with minimal cash loss if he needs to sell it. Unless you don’t have one year of savings and a healthy investment portfolio then don’t buy. Otherwise pull the trigger and see if owning a Rollie is something that you enjoy.
@@talkingtimepieceswithtonyfor instance, the GMT Master II Rolesor that came out last year, the one you like , is now at 17G even . I think it was in the 16 a little while ago
I hope this guy reads this. The watch is not mine till I put a scratch on it. Read that twice cause yes you will scratch your $10k watch one day and it will hurt more than a break up😂
How much money do you think a person should have saved in order to buy a luxury watch? My rule is, you need to have at least 10x the price of the watch in savings.
@@badformtommy Exactly, you shouldnt really feel it. This dude should buy a nice Oris, Longines or Christopher Ward if hes kind of stressed about paying 8-10k for a watch.
Besides the obvious of not going into debts etc. My benchmark is if I am ok with that amount of money disappeared from my bank account then I am good 👍.
Good video Tony. I too wonder his age. If youre 25 and not taking in 200k then you’ll like a fool with a Rolex. Women will see you as insecure and douchey. Middle aged co workers will think what a dunce. Spend that money to enjoy life or build a life. Freaking out so much could simply be someone well off who never spends money on fine jewelry or someone who doesn’t have the financial standing to truly afford the watch.
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HI Tony, my first watch was a Rolex sub date I waited on an AD list for 1 year in 2000, I saved a lot of money by not buying all the cheaper watches, I still love the sub
Awesome! Glad you enjoy it. 😊😊🤙🤙
- I can afford it but it still makes me uncomfortable to spend that much money on myself. I have no problem spending that kind of money or more on college and weddings for my kids, safe cars for my family etc. But strictly on myself, not so easy.
I understand that 100%
Consider it as a purchase for yourself and also a purchase for your kids. The watch will be passed on to them in future. Buy the Rolex if you feel comfortable and ask your self do you deserve it?
Great advice Tony!! This journey started with Movado for me. I am 41 and I bought myself one at $500 in 1999. I was very young and it was a HUGE purchase for me. But the advice here is key. Don’t overspend on anything unless you have the cash to pay for it. Never charge a credit card or take a loan out to pay for any luxury item. That’s insane. You shouldn’t have anxiety about making the purchase. If you do, you aren’t ready. My first big watch purchase was a Tudor BB GMT at $4500 but at that time I could easily afford it. I now have a bunch of higher end watches but I can afford it and I know spending that money doesn’t affect me. I do have a total budget for my collection. If I approach it I sell off a piece.
Awesome man. Thank you for your comment.
Tony, I think this topic is very relevant and down to earth. I love Rolex watches. I am 66 years old and I still have not pulled the trigger on one. I have other things to spend my limited money on. So why am I watching this video you might be asking? Well, I like the subject matter. No one cares what watch I actually wear. In fact, where I live, I have never even seen a real Rolex in the wild. But, I still love Rolex. Thanx for the nice video.
Hey man. Thank you for your nice comment. I completely understand where you’re coming from. I’m glad you have an interest though. 🤙🤙
I went straight to the top at 20 (56 now). Best thing I ever did.
I enjoy Casio Duros thru Sinn 212 to Omega still.
Rolex is the fancy meal out once a year. McDonalds is weekly, and Five Guys monthly.
I enjoy every meal 😋
A watch guy is a watch guy ; )
Cool. 🤙🤙
Solid advice Tony! I remember buying a of Movado in the late 90's and I thought i was the man lol. This was like my 6th or 7th watch; I have had watches since I was like 8.You are 100% correct there are levels to it. I remember when i fell hard times and sold my Movado. Then when things got good again I said my next watch is going to be a Rolex and was watch less for a few years until I was able to buy one and it felt great!
Awesome man! You understand that if hard time hit, you gotta let go. Let’s hope hard times never hit again. 🤙🤙
This is hands down my favorite video you’ve done. You’ve done a great job unpacking a lot of the psychology of purchasing, and the value of self-respect above self-shame.
Thank you! I appreciate it. 😊😊🤙🤙
Great advice and an important topic. Thank you Tony for sharing your thoughts and experiences.
Thanks for your comment.
Tony. Now your videos are popping up on my feed. You speak the truth and have a great delivery style Man. Wore a gucci watch in high school. I got a Maurice Lacroix out of law school paid $1,000 at the mall. Then got into Invicta and Renato lol. Righted the path and got a blusey and it went from there. Never bought to impress people just love watches and the hobby. Lost alot more on watches that I have made but as you say it is the journey. Keep it real 👍
Awesome man! I appreciate it! And best of luck on your watch journey! 🤙🤙
Good advice Tony, always enjoy your videos keep them coming 👍
Thanks man! 🤙🤙
TG… Very important subject and a great topic and you got it….! You are absolutely correct about this subject, just my opinion…. Truth is, you can wear a Rolex or other fine timepiece and nobody even notices and really they don’t care unless it’s someone who’s into watches and there is not that many out there…. Oh this was a great down to earth, honest video about a subject that is prevalent…! Loved this❤️💯👍5 STARS ✨ as usual…! Greg
Hey Greg! Thank you. 😊😊🤙🤙
Everyone gets a trophy, everyone gets a Rolex!!! Some in society have forgotten or never learned that you have to earn what you want.
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Great conversation to be had! Being new to watches just a year ago, I relate it to a guitar collecting journey. You have to work your way through the Epiphones and Mexican Fenders, to standard models, then into custom shop or vintage if you want. After playing for almost 30 years, I have a small but awesome guitar collection. I started my watch collection with an Omega Speedmaster and will add a Sub at some point. Will put away a little money at a time so it won’t be a big deal when the time comes.
Awesome man. Thank you. 🤙🤙
Looking forward to this one.
My comment before watching (as someone who has both worked in retail (including watch sales, but not Rolex) and is a Rolex customer, is that people really need to pass the 'Attitude Test'!
Definitely 100% agreed.
Hi Tony, great video. Tons of great advice here. It is so important to learn what you like and experiment with more affordable watches. Especially what size, thickness, dial designs etc. Speak to you. It is much less stressful spending $300 on a Seiko deciding it doesn't do it for you and selling it on for $200. I call this watch rent.
Thank you. Agreed! 🤙🤙
Great video! I agree with your sentiments 100%
Thanks Al. I appreciate it. 🤙🤙
Watch collecting is a journey. Start from the bottom and work your way up. You will find these watch collectors are far more interesting and knowledgeable. Even if some of there watches were not the right choice. That’s the journey. Finally getting the watch you desire is just apart of the journey. Some times the chase for a model can be better than the watch when you do get it. 🤟👍.
Agreed. 🤙🤙
Great advice on that question Tony. Thanks for that.
Thank you! 🤙🤙
Hi Tony.. nice watch! Thanks for the videos! .. I am seeing videos talking about the waiting list at AD's, that there really is not a waiting list... have you addressed that? New to your videos, will check out older ones, thanks
Thanks. I’ve mentioned it a few times, but I’ll add to the Q&A. It’s been a while. 🤙🤙
Down to earth 🌏 I can tell by watching every single episode how much you know about watches, but I also see HOW MUCH a you know about life, you’re a great person Tony 🫡
Thanks man! I Appreciate your comment. 🤙🤙😊😊
Tony that was great idea doing a segment specifically on this topic. Buy what you can afford and don’t get caught up with the hype.👍Watches are luxury item especially when you get into higher end brands. Talking about watches was at Moritz Grossman AD. As you know very limited production. I think they make about 450 watches a year. The AD had MG-003520 limited to only 50 watches worldwide. I’m contemplating in buying it, funny thing remember was offered a 6119R Patek and I passed. Both watches sell for $32k.😁Like to get your opinion Tony.🤔
Thanks man. I’ll add this to the Q&A. 🤙🤙
I had the same anxiety before buying my Rolex, a 124060. All those feelings left when I put it on my wrist and walked out the store. Second Rolex a 126710 didn’t have those same butterflies just excitement.
Awesome. Congrats. 🤙🤙
The best mental test is to think “can I light this money on fire and be okay?” If not, don’t buy the watch lol
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My next watch will cost me about £50,000 ... A. Lange & Söhne.
That makes me nervous.
But I already have several watches in my collection worth over £70,000 and that doesnt make me nervous. In fact the opposite.
Grand Seiko, Rolex, Omega, Cartier, G-Shock MRG, Hanhart... love my watch options.
But that Lange... oh boy... 😮
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Nice topic! Liked and new sub here 👍
Thanks. I appreciate it.
My first luxury mechanical watch is Oris pointer date 40. Then longines hydro conquest. Then omega smp 300. I sold the oris and longines to help out with the purchase on the omega. I saved up about a year for the submariner date 😂. Now I am going back to the 5k watches. I think I enjoy more in that 4-5 k ranges.
If that works for you that’s awesome! 🤙🤙
Hi Tony. Been watching your videos for over a month now. Yesterday on the Friday Q&A I was hoping you would have seen my question.
I just woke up now it’s 05:19 South African time and I go to TH-cam and you are on my timeline and bang.. you’re addressing my question. I am about to watch the video
Let me get coffee ☕️
Cool. Hope you like the episode. 🤙🤙
Thanks Tony. I am humbled how a gentlemen from one side of the world can talk sense to another dude thousands of miles away.. the power of connectivity! 🙌🏾
But more so your humility and knowledge about the subject matter!
I laughed on one of your videos when you mimicked “I gotta have a pepsi” 😂
I gotta have a mint green .. NOT!
Thanks for being amazing 🤌🏿🤙🏾🤙🏾
@@sbusisozulu995 hey man! Thank you so much. I really appreciate that. Thank you for watching and thank you for your question. 😊🤙🤙
If you can treat it like a casio/seiko then yes, you can afford it. It's not just about having the money to buy it.
How ever you want to wear it. Just enjoy it.
Sylvester Stallone did not wear his Patek he didn’t even take the plastic off get the scissors and cut open the plastic little bag it comes in let alone wear it and he probably has a net worth in the hundreds of millions of dollars and he is already selling the Patek not having even worn it once but I think cutting open the plastic bag the Patek loses $100k to $200k in value but again he makes that much money in less than a week!!!! So why didn’t he wear it???????
@@oscarlopez-gc1pv only he knows why he’s selling it.
I kinda get the anxiety part to the Rolex deal. At least for me it took a while to understand where it came from. It’s not anxiety caused by spending the money. It was anxiety caused by the “who am I to own/wear a Rolex”. Growing up below the poverty line, having a mom that had to steal sometimes to feed and cloth me, being a high school dropout ect ect bla bla. Over the last 20 years I worked my ass off and started with Tissot and Citizen and moved up from there. Now … Fuck it man! That’s who I am to wear a Rolex.
Great advice Tony👊. Hope your you’re all good man.
Dude! That’s awesome! Great to hear that! 🤙🤙
Buy the watch you want first. Impressing/Pi55ing other people off is very much a bonus haha.
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Good advice Tony. The minute you get that nervous feeling, it’s time to say no
Agreed! 🤙🤙
The secondary market is a good place to star buying non-hype watches
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My first watch purchase was $250.00 in 2006. My most recent watch purchase in March of this year was 18k. I never thought I’d be able to afford that kind of watch but thank God I can. However, it’s all about what you’re comfortable with.
Awesome. Congrats! 🤙🤙
Hi Tony, I like and appreciate your common sense which is not so common in today's world anymore. One thing that irks me is that many people in this habit of watches think that what they have on their wrist defines who they are. I don't buy more expensive pieces then about $6000 because I have a self imposed $ limit and it serves me well my friend. I like the Rolex Presidential but get more satisfaction out of a multiple watch collection made up of omega, Tudors, GSs,and my all time favorite piece a early 2000s 41mm reverse panda Navitimer. My friends don't judge me by what's on my wrist and neither do I. Hey man, continue to keep it real ok?
Great comment. Thank you. 🤙🤙
Fluted Jubilee Mint Green 36mm can give him a bit of profit if sold brand new, but if it's a 41mm, it's going to give him a bigger profit. The market is still strong, but only for the highly-sought after dial colours and fluted Jubilee combo: Mint Green, Blue, Motif, or Wimbledon. It's a no-brainer decision, really, unless money is tight or if he wanted to buy more Rolex in the future.
That wasn’t the point. He didn’t have a “flipper” mentality.
reasonable thought process TTWT . - < have not seen the URN - in the background > . hope your 'D' DAY was good. ~ JDS/CT
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Love this advice! What is your opinion on the Christopher Ward Trident Pro 300? I got mine in black dial 42mm on bracelet and love it. Maybe I’ll get a Rolex someday
I don’t know anything about that particular watch. Hopefully you can pick up a Rolex! 🤙🤙
Tony, he could have already been on the $50-2000 journey, but that bump to $10k is still a big one.
If they’re reading the comments, then I say if you really like the watch (and why put your name down if not) go for it. The model on offer can be your only watch for the rest of your life, it’s that versatile. And assuming it’s a 36mm could also also be handed down to kids. If you have it 10 years it’s cost you $20 a week. That’s a few beers/coffees.
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Yeah it’s funny… I no longer feel comfortable spending very much money on watches at all. I love Tony because he is authentic, he enjoys and knows about fine watches… and he does not judge you. He’s an awesome watch guy and his message in this video is spot on. Be comfortable in your own skin. You don’t need to buy anything to impresses anyone. You like Rolex? Watch Tony Gamble videos! They are free! (And Tony is awesome) great video Tony
Dude! Thank you so much! 😊😊🤙🤙
Great video Tony!
More questions about the same subject: how many monthly salaries is it reasonable to spend for the "Watch" ( a good quality or luxury watch that you'll keep and maintain for the rest of your life).
Also, considering that buying a watch is not the same as affording it, how many monthly salaries do think should be taken into account
for service/repairs every 5 years?
Thanks!
Youre not buying an engagement ring. Ask yourself if you have a years worth of savings and and investment portfolio. Then go from there.
I’ll add to the Q&A. Or just do video on it.
Good advice, from a dad, uncle, grandfather or solid youtuber!
Thanks man. 🤙🤙
Question for you man. So I inquired about a few Rolex Watches from my local Ad almost 3 years ago. Those watches include , Rolex Submariner.41m black dial with date, Rolex Sea-Dweller, Rolex Deepsea and the long awaited Daytona. Now I get the Daytona is a long stretch however I have a very long spending history with this Ad to include a rolex,breitling, Tag Heuer and a lot of other nice jewelry from not only the same Ad but the same sales guy. At the same time I contacted them I also contacted another AD in the area with zero spending history and about a year later was contacted and was chosen for the Sea-Dweller which I purchased. Do you think with the spending history I have and the relationship I have with the first AD that it’s a little ridiculous I haven’t been contacted about one of the watches I inquired about almost 3 years ago? I continue to keep in touch but I am being told it’s not up to the sales people on who picks who gets what watch it’s the owner. Which I have met with one time and it was a very pleasant experience. Figured I would get your thoughts on that. Thanks man and love what you’re doing with the channel and also love the watch collection!
Hey man, thanks. I’ll add to the Q&A.
Hi Tony, we have the same watch! I'm also wearing my 36mm fluted Jubilee Wimbledon today! The bezel is moderately scratched up now. That's a bit sad because it costs a good grand or more to replace it.
Funny enough I also have the Mint Green 36mm fluted Jubilee Datejust 😅
As you enjoy it that’s all that matters. 🤙🤙
My advise would be build up your collection, if you can’t afford to miss the money you can’t afford it. Great video as normal Tony. Loads of good watches at cheaper prices.
Thanks man!
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Great advice Tony, I still have Movado Linio! 😀
Thanks! And awesome! I still have my Museum. 😊🤙🤙
This is great content and advice Tony. I have worked my way up from spending on a Casio Watches up to a Rolex sports models and a little above. People who are not into watches say you spent 10k on a watch. YEA 😂 when I get the Daytona call. I will be in the Rolex show room picking it up, can you pass me the bin I’m just going to vomit a bit. New territory lol.😂 😢😢. Would you like some champagne the Rolex represent ask, owl hell yea🏆. If I was in AP or Patek. I would probably buy a plastic bag, and get three free drinks lol. Thanks Tony.
Right on man. 😂🤙🤙
New intro is badass
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I wonder what the dude ended up doing. I agree with you - but he may never be “ready” - like you reference - the rich dudes keeping it humble… he may be that person….😊 TY, T!!❤
Yeah, it’s weird. He never responded. Hope he’s okay! 😊😊🤙🤙
Hi @talkingtimepieceswithtony. I did respond. I wonder seemed my comment is not visible. I will copy and re-post it. And delete old one.
Dealer still had the watch on hold for me btw waiting for me to decide 🫣
@@sbusisozulu995 did you buy it?
That Rolex is easy to get out of with minimal cash loss if he needs to sell it. Unless you don’t have one year of savings and a healthy investment portfolio then don’t buy.
Otherwise pull the trigger and see if owning a Rollie is something that you enjoy.
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Movado lolo wow the frame mall watch lolol
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shoudl wear my watch on my right or left hand?
Whatever is more comfortable.
If you can’t afford to buy it twice than you can’t afford to buy it!
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i’m in this boat now.
Welcome aboard 😂🤙🤙
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony I think i’m in for a stormy ride.
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony Just sub’d today also.
Kind of like Johnny Paycheck?
Kinda. 😂😂
And soon you are saying 50k will really sting !
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Btw, looks like Rolex recently increased their prices here, unless I missed something.
What models? GMT’s are the same, OP’s are the same. I must be missing something as well.
@@talkingtimepieceswithtonyThey increased the prices of any gold containing watches due to high price of gold
@@talkingtimepieceswithtonyfor instance, the GMT Master II Rolesor that came out last year, the one you like , is now at 17G even . I think it was in the 16 a little while ago
@@staceychow9960right , correct
If it finacnlly hurts to buy something, in this case a Rolex, that means you can’t afford it
Yep.
I hope this guy reads this. The watch is not mine till I put a scratch on it. Read that twice cause yes you will scratch your $10k watch one day and it will hurt more than a break up😂
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How much money do you think a person should have saved in order to buy a luxury watch? My rule is, you need to have at least 10x the price of the watch in savings.
Agree. If you buy a luxury item it should have zero impact on your personal finances.
@@badformtommy Exactly, you shouldnt really feel it. This dude should buy a nice Oris, Longines or Christopher Ward if hes kind of stressed about paying 8-10k for a watch.
Besides the obvious of not going into debts etc. My benchmark is if I am ok with that amount of money disappeared from my bank account then I am good 👍.
@@n0ne846I’m not ok with any money disappeared from bank.
Good video Tony. I too wonder his age. If youre 25 and not taking in 200k then you’ll like a fool with a Rolex.
Women will see you as insecure and douchey. Middle aged co workers will think what a dunce.
Spend that money to enjoy life or build a life.
Freaking out so much could simply be someone well off who never spends money on fine jewelry or someone who doesn’t have the financial standing to truly afford the watch.