5 Brilliant Reasons to Buy a Collection Watch

5 Brilliant Reasons to Buy a Collection Watch

Every adventure  starts with a first step. A first step to  the depth of unknown , costly, daring exploration. Jokes a side , watch collection is a real time and money consuming process , we  as watchsnobs spend substantial amount of energy  which we can use for worthy real life matters but we prefer not  to do so. On the other side there is a blue ocean full of piece of mind and relaxation, a one watch collection. Yes dears there is always hope for restless souls like us. Now time to ask the real question, can there be a one watch collection and if the answer is yes, what is this holy time piece.

In my humble opinion yes  there is or better and safer to say yes there ‘’can’’ be. But there is one condition , and that that condition is you. It depends of persona to persona. There is absolutely no watch that unites and rules all other  watches but up to some personalities a one watch collection can scratch all the itches that urge constantly.

Let’s stuck in and see the 5 alternatives:


  1. Tissot PRX 


Affordable, robust,  steel sports watch with integrated bracelet which ticks almost all boxes without breaking the bank. Nothing more to say about this piece since it’s one of the game changing icon of this decade which may have created a big hype rightfully. Different materials, different dial colors, even different sizes and complications. Also easily interchange strap system allow the watch snob to have fun and break the stiffness of having just one watch in the box.  Anyhow  if you have just one PRX , all  you need is  to have a  colourful watch carrier durable and easy to carry anywhere.  Just a have a look at this  one  dear reader https://watchsnob.co.uk/products/travel-watch-snob-case 


  1. Omega Speedmaster 

An  icon, a masterpiece, definition of manual winding chronographs, a watch that is missing  if you have a many watch collection  and full if you have an one watch collection. On top it’s a real strap monster. Steel bracelet, leather strap, nato , rubber band and especially tropic racing rubber alternatives https://watchsnob.co.uk/collections/tropic-racing-straps https://watchsnob.co.uk/collections/tropic-racing-straps . Besides everyone has just one watch in mind if you’ll be travelling space but to be frank with you this gorgeous piece is initially designed to last in the racing arenas. Various combinations, sizes, countless limited  editions, different  dial options and even complications. For every watch snob there is a speedmaster out there waiting for you to pick up and have fun for the rest  of your life.


  1. Tudor Black Bay


Since now, we’ve been focusing on land  and space, now the time comes for the sea lovers. Or  broader to say  the Professional ‘’desk divers’’. Tudor is not  the poor man’s rolex. It has  quite some history of its own and unique design , born to dare  and overpass  generations. Black bay is an iconic  piece, classy and sporty. Both having vintage touches and remarkable contemporary design and movement. Perfect watch for dress up for board meetings and dress down for leisure time at the beach. Plenty of alternatives including size, dial combinations, complications, case materials and tons of strap options. https://watchsnob.co.uk/collections/curved-fkm-rubber is a colourful and  playful option for summer season. Also one other important asset of Tudor Black Bay serie is you can use the rotating bezel to precisely  set the the time to cook the ideal boiled egg of your choice. 


  1. Seiko Alpinist

No watch list is complete if there is no Seiko involved. Alpinist is a real bang for buck allrounder when it comes to decide an one watch collection. In a watch world where is conquered by Europeans , specifically Swiss big boys, the game changer and budget friendly mate from Japan makes a big difference. Solid, robust, unique design, amazing water resistant and oh boy a real historic background.  As always plenty of  sizes (baby alpinist is another favourite of mine), complications, dial variations  and as always a  bunch of selection from various strap options. By having this lovely tool,  you can effortlessly change from one to another easily https://watchsnob.co.uk/products/watch-snob-spring-bar-tool


  1. Cartier  Tank


Since now we’ve focused on sports watches. But for sure sportiness is not everyone’s cup of tea. Some likes to be dressed up always and have a motto of ‘’class is permanent, form is temporary’’. In a world of domination of metal bracelet a  classy  leather band watch which an everlasting iconic design, Cartier Tank is a one hell of a watch that ticks all boxes. As always plenty of dial and size options, there is a a tank out there  for you. One other classy action to take once you own a Cartier  Tank is to place it over this https://watchsnob.co.uk/products/watch-valet-tray smooth tray  for a rest for hard day’s  night.

by Kerem Pamuk

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