Why should you not hesitate to buy an expensive watch?

Watches have been a part of fashion as well as a style statement for decades, and no matter how many replacements come along the way, it never lost its place in the hearts of watch enthusiasts. However, buying a good set can be quite expensive, and justifying that cost can be very difficult. Irrespective of whether it is an impulse buy, from your new bonus or thoughtful spending of your savings, spending several thousands of dollars on a watch or any commodity for that matter, can feel unnecessary sometimes. However, explained further in this article are a few points that can help you all of the guilt and enlighten you on why spending a few thousand dollars on a watch can be a worthwhile decision.

• It is your dream watch:

People often have set goals for the car or house they will buy later in life. Similarly, many people have set a goal when it comes to watches. Maybe be it holds sentimental value, or it is just one watch that you have always wanted. Buying something you have been eyeing for a long time is nothing to feel bad about; instead, you should be happy that you could finally have it, purely because you wanted it so badly. For instance, everyone has a dream of getting a Rolex watch when they grow up, but don’t end up getting it (even if they can afford it later).

• Appreciate the craftsmanship:

Mechanical watches being the most expensive variant have a lot going on inside. There is the balance wheel, mainspring, gear and escapement train, and a number of other intricately detailed components, all moving in perfect 'time.' As satisfying as it sounds, it is even better to look at. These are some physical benefits you will miss out on other variants like quartz or digital watches, although they are cheaper. They will show time, but where is the fun in that?

An expensively made watch, for instance, Rolex, complete with a set of elaborately placed, handmade machinery peeping out from a glass back or the skeletal face, is surely a sight to see. Its elegance and beauty will surely be appreciated by everyone at all opportunities. Watching the clockwork in perfect rhythm may even help you understand where all the money went and appreciate its craftsmanship.

• Reminds you of your achievements:

Wearing your dream watch is not something everyone can do in one lifetime. However, if that is not something that drives you into buying an expensive watch, you can always use it as a positive reinforcement to remind you of your successes. For instance, if you have had an exceptionally good year at work, you can celebrate and remember it by gifting yourself a watch you have always wanted. This will not only keep you motivated by reminding you of the effort you put in but also help you cherish the good days of your life.

To sum it up, although a watch was solely made for the purpose of telling the time, it has a lot more to it than meets the eye.

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