The Perfect 3-Watch Collection Under $5000 | Building a Watch Collection

This video is sponsored by Chrono24.

Building the perfect 3-watch collection for under $5000 is such a great topic. And the question of how to build that watch collection is one that has so many different answers. For me, the best and most ideal 3-watch collection is one that gives you incredible range and versatility throughout a variety situations, which is why my criteria included having an "everyday" watch, a sport watch, and a dress watch. I didn't want to give you just one option, however, so I put together two different 3-watch collections--both for under $5000. Enjoy!

COLLECTION NO. 1

COLLECTION NO. 2

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[jethrojacinto]

I'd love to see this mini-series continue for different price points like 3 watches for $10, 000 and so on...

[RealMenRealStyle]

Tudor for the win! :) Love my Black Bay 58

[brett]

Preowned:
BB58 $2900, Nomos Orion $1500, Sarb033 $600.

With a little bit of shopping around you can find these prices.

[tiegedolly]

Great video! I'd go with...

Sinn 104 - Everyday watch ($1300)
Oris Aquis Date Relief (My actual watch) - Sport watch ($1800)
Frederique Constant Healey Chronograph - Dress watch ($1500)

[sebb]

For those who don't want the bother of a vintage piece, I'd recommend the Longines Conquest Heritage 35mm instead of the vintage Omega.

[Gardel]

The sarb033 is my everyday watch and is amazing. Understated, lovely details, good price. You cannot go wrong with it. I got it before the price skyrocketed fortunately.

[Bocatx]

So far this is the best 3 watch collection video that I've seen. Great Choices!

[TheFranticgamer]

I love the watch selection. Elegant and not flashy. Love how your channel places an emphasis on style and not fashion. I can watch your older videos from several years ago and it is still very relevant today.

[A_Dude_And_His_Watch]

I have the Tudor and a SARB035. But my current favorite is my aqua terra.

[oleg]

Use Tudor BB58 as my daily. Totally love it! Very wearable due to smaller 39mm case, the only watch you need!

[siongheeleong]

While the used path gets you good bang for the buck, the new watches route can be just as good. Before some of these used watches reach vintage and desirable status, someone has to purchase them new first. Owning a vintage watch is not for people new to watches since servicing can be problematic for some models. Plus, you don't want to be seen as stuck in time (yes, pun intended).

Here's my suggested 3-watch collection that does not go for the famous big expensive brand names (like Rolex, Omega, Tudor, Cartier):
> Daily watch: Seiko Presage SPB169 - Green textured dial and gold seconds hand give a great contrast. Finishing that rivals brands asking for more.
> Sports watch: Oris Aquis Date (39.5mm/Steel Bracelet) - Size is closer to the vintage Tudor Black Bay but has a modern look. There are various coloured dial-and-bezel combinations as well.
> Dress watch: Nomos Orion Reference 301 (35mm) - Timeless design and in a size and format befitting a dress watch.

[ruz]

Collection 1 is a good one!

Here is mine:

Everyday: vintage datejust (1601/1603...)

Sport: Seiko Skx007

Dress: Nomos tangente

Alternative:

Everyday: Nomos club

Sport: Skx 009

Dress: reverso medium classic

[poozizzle]

I use my SARB 033 as my everyday. Love it! Great style!

[aaronkeyes]

I wish I had bought the SARB033 back a few years ago when you could get it for under $500. Great video as always sir!

[franciscolizcano]

Absolutely love these more classic-sized watch collections. Looking forward to other price ranges.

[felipec]

Wow that Sarb look like millions bucks! Amazing content and quality video!!!

[jP-nwnm]

Gosh darn your style and taste aligns with what I’ve been looking for in mentor!

[watchreviewsk]

Interesting collection. Enjoyed it. Wear your pieces in good health. Regards.

[rodsalvador]

You can't go wrong with either collection! A little bit more than $5k, but DateJust 1601/1603 ($3k), Longines Legend ($1.2k), Baltic Aquascaphe GMT ($1.1k).

[robboyer]

I like the second line up, especially the Tank for the dress watch. And i would definitely wear a dress watch with a tuxedo...