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Originally Posted by SiRV
I never understood the fascination of the SKX007, it's a nice diver I guess but... It just doesn't really hit the spot for me... And I don't understand how you could sell the Rolex Sub over the skx?! If anything the sub would have been my "forever watch" to pass on to my kid(s). But to each their own I guess.
If your looking for a new diver and staying away from the big luxury brands, check out the new Seiko Prospex SLA017. Its more than the $1000 you wanted to spend, but far less than a Rollie still!
https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/th...rospex-diver-s |
Funny enough, I felt the least amount of connection to the Rolex. I bought it when I made my first big chunk of change, and it was more of a trophy than anything. I wore it maybe 2-4 times a month because I was so obsessed about the condition. So that was easy to sell and get rid of.
I don’t know, I think it’s just my personality. Never really had a real interest in premium fancy/luxury things. So keeping the Seiko just made sense for my situation. I mainly kept the Skx because it was my first ever watch, if I had any other watch first, I probably would’ve kept that one.
I’m a fan of the skx mainly because of its iconic heritage, and also because it’s just a reliable, respected watch at a humble price point. Which is more my style. And as for looks, well, that’s subjective. I’m also at a point in life where I’m like “ehh... who do I have to impress.”
Not knocking on anyone who likes or has fancy things. I’ve just gotten into the whole minimalism thing lately, so I’m trying to only keep material things that are practical and/or represent who I am. The Seiko was an easy choice.