Vintage vs, well, less vintage...
Discussion
Newbie, naive, question coming...
Is there any intrinsic difference in the value, or likelihood of appreciation/depreciation, in a watch comparing a vintage version of the model to a more modern version?
As you've guessed, I'm new to this, and essentially just want to buy 'right'.
I'm looking at a Navitimer, and actually like the older 1960s models with plexiglass, no water resistance, a bit of patina, etc. BUT I also like the more recent versions, with sapphire and an automatic movement.
I've seen a 1968 model at just over £3k, and a 2003'ish one at a similar price, so current prices don't tell me much - unless I'm missing some important detail about the models being sold.
Oh, and are pieces appreciating much at the moment? I mean, will I cost myself an extra grand if I procrastinate for the next 6 months? I bought a Speedy Moonwatch a couple of months, and someone told me I'd cost myself a wedge of cash by not buying last yer, when I first thought about it - which may have been BS, but that's why I'm asking the knowledgeable peeps on here!
Is there any intrinsic difference in the value, or likelihood of appreciation/depreciation, in a watch comparing a vintage version of the model to a more modern version?
As you've guessed, I'm new to this, and essentially just want to buy 'right'.
I'm looking at a Navitimer, and actually like the older 1960s models with plexiglass, no water resistance, a bit of patina, etc. BUT I also like the more recent versions, with sapphire and an automatic movement.
I've seen a 1968 model at just over £3k, and a 2003'ish one at a similar price, so current prices don't tell me much - unless I'm missing some important detail about the models being sold.
Oh, and are pieces appreciating much at the moment? I mean, will I cost myself an extra grand if I procrastinate for the next 6 months? I bought a Speedy Moonwatch a couple of months, and someone told me I'd cost myself a wedge of cash by not buying last yer, when I first thought about it - which may have been BS, but that's why I'm asking the knowledgeable peeps on here!
Fair advice.
I guess rather than looking for an investment, I'm looking just for something where I'm less likely to lose money. It would just be nice to know that what I wear on my wrist I can turn back into the money that I paid for it, should the case arise (who knows what is likely to happen in these interesting times!)
My naive view is that prices don't seem to drop, in general, if you buy quality rather than a currently fashionable fad. It's just vintage vs modern quality...
Pays your money, takes your chance, I guess.
Oh, I'm also looking for justification I can pass on to my wife for profligate spending on toys!
I guess rather than looking for an investment, I'm looking just for something where I'm less likely to lose money. It would just be nice to know that what I wear on my wrist I can turn back into the money that I paid for it, should the case arise (who knows what is likely to happen in these interesting times!)
My naive view is that prices don't seem to drop, in general, if you buy quality rather than a currently fashionable fad. It's just vintage vs modern quality...
Pays your money, takes your chance, I guess.
Oh, I'm also looking for justification I can pass on to my wife for profligate spending on toys!
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