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In a thought-provoking post, vitalsigns explores the psychological phenomenon of desiring what remains just out of reach, particularly within the realm of luxury watches. He posits that the 'perfect watch' often exists only in our romanticized imagination, a notion that resonates deeply with collectors who have experienced the cycle of acquisition and subsequent reappraisal. This piece delves into the inherent human tendency to idealize the unattainable and challenges readers to consider the true nature of horological satisfaction.
We romanticize what we cannot have, whether watches, automobiles, homes...women, etc.
The reality is often (always?) very different.
Once attained, there's always some new peak to climb.
This is not to say that there aren't so-called "exit" watches, but that end-point requires accepting imperfection (once obtained, flaws manifest); so perhaps accepting imperfection is an important goal to strive for at the outset.
From SteveG's pics
Only way is to control own desires and willingness to settle. I understand very clearly I cannot have everything and anything so I’ve learned to let go. Always my challenge, if a very nice item can be bought everywhere or selling at discounted price, negative reviews with claws will surface so it’s all “somewhat” fake and relative. For this PD watch, I can say it’s one of, if not the “Best In Class” and that I think we can all agree, with our own eyes and swear.
. . . in realistic expectations. ;-) These days, all I really, really want is another Stones tour. Material stuff is just . . . stuff. O'Toole . . . . . . said it best.
It's not an ascetic approach by any means...just a realistic approach...desires in the abstract can be endless whereas resources and even realistic expectations have boundaries.
Appreciation of what we have and a sense of gratitude for it are lovely antidotes to a perpetual cycle of consumption and dissatisfaction.
That being said, I think finding the "perfect" watch is more about understanding what your own priorities are and having the knowledge of what's available on the market to find one that satisfies all of them.
...not from the entire universe of watches, but from a subset reflecting a balance of needs, desires and resources. Good way to look at it.
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