If you like buying watches, no matter what people may say, you should be entitled to do so. This is not a book strictly about Rolex watches. It is a tribute to watches and watch-collectors at large, our passion, our drive, our way of life, what we do with our time and how we spend our money. Many other watch brands have an important place in our collections and so naturally they are also included in this book. This is about the stuff that makes us tick, our passion and drive. My intent in writing this book is to help you, the reader, grow as a watch collector and hopefully avoid some of the mistakes that I have made along the way. Also to share some of the insightful experiences in both buying and selling watches, new and pre-owned alike. Come along with me on this magical journey through time.

PREFACE

Chapter I: WONDER AND CURIOSITY

Chapter II: GROWING IN LOVE

Chapter III: BECOMING AN OBSESSION

Chapter IV: MONEY IS NO OBJECT

Chapter V: ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE

Chapter VI: THE GRAIL WATCH

Chapter VII: HOW TO VALUE TIME