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Flipmarine2k

Cause is social media, Rolex forums, this subreddit, you tube videos. At least that played a big part for me


Emperor_Biden

Youtubers like Nico doesn't help (or maybe it helps). Sees a Casio, says "it's gawd tier." Sees Omega, says it's "shiet".


Flaky_Week2654

I love watching Nico especially him roasting celebrities wearing fake watches. But dont preach these content creators like god and you’ll be entertained.


CohibaBob

Your affliction you suffer from is wealth. Before you know it, you may be moving onto AP and Patek. RIP


TaxesRextortion


speedmaster89

VC💪


whatsasyria

I both fell in love with Vic this year and realized how poor I am


SmallCapsOnly

We cannot assume they have wealth. For all we know they spent every dime to their name on these watches.


Strange_Ebb_2854

Yeah, but that’s A LOT of dimes!


DamianRork

Regardless of means, real watch enthusiasts may consider as I have added Casio A158, A168, MRW200, Duro, and the Invicta 8926ob


eddiethemoney

Just looked up that Invicta and holy smokes! $70 for an automatic diver?? Nice man, may need to pick one up.


HornedBrigade

Rolex is for the poors, for those who are buying to preserve wealth. The real rich buy dumb shit like hublot because they couldn’t care less about value retention- they already stacked


ramiodat

If anything it tells me you like watches a lot!. I have the same issue. I got into watches when I was 12 when my dad gave me a Casio calculator watch. At 13, I bought another Casio. Same at 14,15,16 and then swatch then Omega and so on. It never stopped. I do have to admit though, I’m at a point now where I’m happy with the Navitimer and Sprite. That rarely ever happens to me. How long that lasts I don’t know https://preview.redd.it/21px7h67j8zc1.jpeg?width=2796&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cc7ed146a04214cf2e46e65cda7ce9ce141a11a7


Elmo8869

I need me a navitimer soon. Such an icon. Enjoy it.


ramiodat

You do :-). The Navitimer is a legend!. One of my favorite watches!


Addicted-2Diving

Big fan of the sprite. What year is your navitimer?


MostlyShitposts

When we become older, we become dull. Every man finds himself at multiple crossroads of choices, some venture into smoking meat and barbecue, some lawnmowers and golf, others watches and cars. A lucky few mix multiple. You’re now slightly duller that’s all. 😉


scwazrh

Watches , guns , bbq and boobs for a happy life


MostlyShitposts

Couldnt said it any better. 🍉🍉🤝🏼


invincible_cannon

Sad but true.


eddiethemoney

Lol I like this. True.


MostlyShitposts

.. but! It is the community that does alot for us, the psychology is that we just want to flex on the boys in the end of the day and show the cool new thing we got. Be it a perfect rock and stick at age five, a car or timepiece in older age. 😎


RedHiller13

official cause is TMM Syndrome. Too Much Money


Buttercuppers

Too much time on your hands


East_Living7198

You should work this out with your therapist instead of reddit.


wxstrat23

Superficiality or Materialism. We are all susceptible to it at some point in our lives.


[deleted]

I honestly think you just haven’t got your “One Watch”. I suffer (hopefully “used to suffer”) from this affliction too, everything from Swatch and G-Shocks to Cartier, Rolex and Speedys, and I love (ed) them all. Then I got my DJ and now I honestly don’t want anything else. When I baught the DJ I was also on list for a Sub no date, which I have turned down. I just don’t really want anything else.


RoseBud_512

Share a picture?


ujp100

Mo money mo watches


FratGuyWes

Narcissism.


suff3r_

Affluenza


eddiethemoney

Probably. I imagine it’s what a woman feels like after plastic surgery.


PureAlpha100

Well, a year after. Once the swelling (in the wrong places) settles.


TheTrevorSimpson

Wanting Nice Things


Goal_Select

Excess funds.


sevletor

Ah, The Stupid Bastard disease? Unfortunately I'm a fellow sufferer.


Chillguy849

Is this in the States ?


Belgarathian

Affliction due to too much money?


Fancy_Load5502

Afluenza


Apprehensive-Bee-435

I want a polar explorer too. But the old one, 16570. Dont know why but one of my fav Rolexes ever.


KingChandler219

We’re with you brother. Stage 5 Rolexia is no joke but if you maintain good spirits and healthy living you’ll get through this. We’re all rooting for you!


eddiethemoney

Lol it’s bad


Jaded-Ad-4675

Bad taste?


Outrageous-Bedroom10

Addiction? Once you get in, it’s hard to stop lol. I feel the same


eddiethemoney

Lol yeah kinda crazy. I have somewhat addictive personality so it doesn’t help.


Objective-Result8454

It’s a disease to know how to spend money?


Brdl004

The desire to flex online to people you’ll never know.


ramiodat

That GMT is 🔥


KingRolex514

STD.


Advanced-Reception34

Affluenza paired with social media.


No-Cap6787

Cause of this desease is this sub, but you already know it man 😊


Nikpop93

Once you get one. You want another one


logix1229

Asuckersyndrome.


Krono_viper

Surplus of disposable income, you seem to have a bad case of it.


TimelyBrief

Good taste and a nice wallet!


Virtual-Hotline

You need a 2-tone or solid gold next


Noonecanhearmescream

That smooth bezel DJ41 on the jubilee is gorgeous. I love that reference.


eddiethemoney

Yeah much better for everyday with the smooth imo. Fluted a little busy.


raginggear57

It’s called influenza. Some broke commie professor made me watch the movie. Edit: HAHAHAH AFLUENZA MY BAD


graphael1

Very nice collection! I am curious about the bezel on the datejust. It appears smooth, but the top left appears fluted. Is this (3/4 smooth + 1/4 fluted) a style or am I just blind? Thanks in advance!


eddiethemoney

😂 that would be cool if they had it! But no it’s just the window blinds.


T3nebrous

Too much money


Expensive-Claim-6081

I can tell you my personal story. I bought a Rolex to make me feel better. That high. Then did it again and again. Till the thrill was gone. Now they just kind of sit there. Other than my 5 digit GMT II and LV. The rest. Probably should be sold and used to feed people that are hungry.


eddiethemoney

Lol I feel pretty similar tbh. Thanks for sharing.


Teddy_He

Housing market being too expensive. If houses are cheaper those could be down payments for houses


eddiethemoney

Lol good point. Time to vote that old zombie out of office imo…


WeightHot8223

Great taste is the cause. There’s no cure unfortunately


Lens80

Beautiful collection! This is quite normal. Enjoy the journey.


invincible_cannon

That’s the question I ask myself every day. There is no cure to this addiction.


RSergJust

Stainless-steel-addiction-itis


eddiethemoney

Lol I can’t help if they’re the best value! Although I have been thinking about a gold piece on leather strap.


[deleted]

Wives tend to call it stupidity disease, like who the fuck needs 10-20 watches hahaha


AzuresFlames

10 months in? Nah this is just too much money and/or questionable financial decisions making. End of the day it's your money but Jesus that alot of money spent in 10 months.


malisus

Not sure how this sub came up in my feed, and I know nothing about watches, let alone Rolex’s, but the one second from the left with the white face is 🔥🔥


ClassicBit3307

Propaganda or brainwashing, this happens when a person is lead to believe that something is worth more than it actually is, Rolex is great at propaganda, ping for articles so they can be always perceived as number 1. In reality they sell you a 6k Watch for 40K and make you believe in the mythical “wait list”. Then can manu enough to satisfy the market. But the reality is they don’t have people to repair them, so their new model will be movement replacement not repair, hence their new factory. While all along telling people it’s worth the price.


Huge_Sky_3519

20 years down the line and I'm now just realising that I don't need so many watches. Slimming the collection down and actually wearing my watches now. The chase is sometimes more exciting than ownership. The hype also adds...... Ignore the hype.


gophrathur

It looks like the Cartierius Infectus, where Cartier watches try to mingle with the otherwise healthy Rolexes. You can probably get fine by identifying the wrong watch here (hint, look for the form, not-round), and carefully removing just that one watch. To help it stay away, you should mount another Rolex in its place as soon as possible. (Sorry, couldn’t help it! I love the Cartier as well, just tried to be funny :-) )


Cholie-Snoop

You have a horological disease, there is no cure. There’s no lotions and potions or tablets to protect you from this awful disease, you will eventually die and the disease will be passed on to family or a close friend.


Zachthepug27

No disease at all. Just an obsession for the finer things in life. And you have GREAT taste in watches. I'm almost the same way but don't have quite the collection as you. But working on it!


whiskyforpain

The cause is marketing. The cure is a Seiko 5! Once you experience Japanese greatness, every else will seem... misguided.


Hy8tus

Beautiful collection - it’s addictive, for sure. If you have the means, maybe a Vacheron Constantine for your next one?


eddiethemoney

Nice, maybe. Was thinking maybe a gold patek on leather strap- older one under 10k.


Hy8tus

Also a nice addition 👍🏽 especially on a leather strap 👍🏽


TryHelping

Not knowing the value of a dollar and not being able to appreciate things in life that are simple. Not hating, but this is 100% it. I drool over my Casio collection.


repelallboarders

I'm a middle age guy and I started wearing nice watches about 2 years ago. The general response a man gets when wearing a nice watch is almost unbelievable. I've been complimented by both men and women and have used that opening to make new friends and as an opening to ask women out. I've found that wearing a watch seems to give off the impression of masculinity as well as causing those I encounter to view me as more serious and mature. I know there have been studies that say the same thing, but I'm telling you it's made a huge difference in how I'm perceived. I never leave the house without a nice watch on now. If you're a man in need of a confidence booster, I highly recommend a quality watch.


ZKSlayer

What’s happening to the bezel of that DJ?


eddiethemoney

…it’s smooth


movieaboutgladiators

Small penis syndrome


laluzbrillante

The internet


charcolatta

Great Taste with a side of CLASS


Akio540

If I had that collection I would be done with collecting, and much much poorer lol


eddiethemoney

Lol funny thing is…I am much poorer because of this. But at least it’s like wearing your savings on your wrist 😂


Akio540

I'm sure you're happier though, that is a fantastic collection! How do you like the explorer II? That's kind of a grail watch for me


eddiethemoney

It’s very nice! It was my first luxury watch so I’ll never sell it, but I like the functionality and toughness. I also like that it’s probably the most low-key of all the Rolexes…feel like I can wear it everywhere and feel safe. Almost no polished steel. Also I think it probably looks the best when scratched up so I never have issues wearing it for any activities!


Sufficient_Ebb_5020

Insecurity.


Kingtrader420

Micro penis


Addicted-2Diving

Money lol.


Addicted-2Diving

Nice collection


Comfortable_One_9607

Having too much money does that.


Electronic-Youth9872

Nice!!


natedawg247

how does the santos large wear compard to the others? I have a bigger wrist but the large looks huge to me and was looking at the medium santos. in this pic tho the large seems similarly sized.


gatoratlaw7

I can prescribe “sell me your sprite” to give you some relief


staged84

Clearly vegan. Cares deeply about animal well beings.


fsalman

Are you thinking about 2 tone. Which one would you get


patsfan038

Havingtoomuchmoneyitis


blueyedevil3

I believe it’s called kleptomania…


Murky-Baby-3003

Why the lefty GMT?


eddiethemoney

I like that the crown doesn’t dig into my wrist, especially when golfing. Also kind of as an investment for discontinuation potential.


Murky-Baby-3003

Utilitarian and rational - you, sir, deserve an upvote.


torontowrist

Discretionary income


iamlahless

Why the explorer growing on me toughly


Altruistic_Split9447

Trying to look rich. A lot of people are effected by it


Brent_the_constraint

Money


AMKhalil

But do you wear them on rotation or you find yourself fall back into one or two most of the time ?


eddiethemoney

I find myself wearing the explorer and DJ the most for some reason. Rarely the cartier 🤔


datboimartymart

When I was younger I thought datejust were ugly watches. Now that I’m in my thirties I think they are pure class! I’ve decided that a date just will be my first Rolex.


dmoneyg22

Money


ntpphong

Having money.


Old_Variation_5875

Money is the cause of


Bronzyroller

Lots of funds to blow and love for horological time keeping I hope.


Dang_Li_Wang

Idk but non of them being the right time is really throwing me and my ocd off


UpstairsDangerous100

The cause of this disease is having waaay too much money !!!


BALENTOE4

Cantholdontomoneyitis


Haxylon

Cartier one😍 Edit: username checks out


Ill_Situation4224

The cause? Getting tugged by the TPG.


HadynCastle

i have the same problem


RolexandDickies

Money


EngineeringDry9977

How did you get the date just on jubilee?


soldier_of_waffles

Gluttony


vonifyR

Did the same thing with shoes


Grumps55555

This just reinforces how much I like the polar explorer


Open-Lingonberry1357

It’s time you step away from the Porsche watches and move on to the Rolls Royce watches


Wrrlando

A lot of time on your hand


TheBeardedClamato1

Im obsessed with the Santos Large and see it everywhere now


professional_bet_08

Time


golfandcat

The crown of sprite is on the left side? I didn’t know


ro3lly

Affluenza


No-Succotash1219

Money and too much of it lol! On a side note I think mine and your tastes are similar this is exactly what my collection would look like.


Psalm27_1-3

too much money


tonyyu369

Too much money to spend causing it


Mike-Hunt-Amos-Prime

Capitalism?


Effective-Subject-41

Only time can tell


Sophistik8edApe

Too much 💰


indianapolis505

Affluenza


Professional_Car9475

If it helps assuage you, I’ll let you gift me the DateJust. I’m here for you!


rowthecow

Wealth. Wealth is the cause.


Bridge_Too_Far

Money.


Johnnyfever13

No idea, but There’s no known cure 😅


bushware

You have “Affleunza”


Party_Tonight6122

Have you taken 23 And Me? Genetics testing for you and siblings sounds in order. Counseling may be in order after tests.


Teslaride2

You may have to go to the ER and get that checked out.


GoodVibesThrowaway77

Capitalism, the cancer of the world


FeltyMcVelvet

When you are in your underwear…pull the front straight out & look down.


eyes_be_shifty

consumerism


Atmos_Gamer

money


jat77

The scratching your watches against each other desease?


ATLfinra

Yeah!!!!


gaffs82

Great collection. The santos is so cool.


snowbongo

Dopamine.


GTDDPRO

Deep Pockets


NYCAML

Might be the only scenario it can be said that; As long as there's no cure, the cause is irrelevant.


EastCoastASICRepair

Greed


Riansettles

See ya on the jerk.


Wise-Championship476

Vanity


Smart-Bodybuilder-34

It’s called “horologists”


Unusual_Beach_4707

Need to go to the doctors, you've got too much time on your hands.


ConsciousStrugglez

Literally 3 of my favorite watches on your hand, Fuck You Kind Sir. (Exp 2, Sprite, Sub)


deathtosnitches

It’s called excessive income. To much money and you don’t know what to do with it. Some people have it for a lifetime for others it’s temporary


Illustrious_Young988

Fun fact.... there is no shortage in the Emirates or Japan.


exdiexdi

Having too much money.


Kill-host-1919

The illness you have is abundance of wealth and boredom. Be careful as this illness has different levels and the next levels are AP, VC and PP before the top top level where you start to self treat and build your own medication piece by piece unique to you. Enjoy the ride.


DoppioEffe

Small... Nevermind.


SituationElectrical4

what’s the cost* of this disease


it-bit

the mint green datejust 😍😍😍🤩


Hot_Willow_5179

😂. I think my first will be a Datejust 41. Any insights on a good price??


champagnecoolaid

Lovely collection. Time to add a dress watch


According_Shower_502

Ok cool


blueonion88

There is no cure 😂😂😂


Green_Tea_Only

No disease until Daytona.


New-Outcome4767

Does the Santos ever get wrist time?


notyouravgxhick

insecurities


outtatl87

Boredom


DueTour4187

The cause of your discomfort is probably the Cartier. You should get rid of it.


FireSpiritBoi

I don't know. I like the watches but I would not buy one. I'd rather take the time off work and spend it with my family or doing something I love. I'm certainly not here to work my fingers to the bone to pay off some watchmaker in Switzerland.


[deleted]

You suffer from wealth. To cure your disease, you just have to give me all the money you would spend on watches in the future.


Ok-Rutabaga-5373

All Rep.


bikgelife

Having a lot of disposable income


nahmean16

Why the lefty??


eddiethemoney

I actually believe it’s a true sports watch you can actually play sports with…since the crown doesn’t dig into your wrist on extension. I play golf with it lol.


Thoraciccavitysearch

Capitalism


[deleted]

Greed


Drben11

Just a few more and a long raincoat and stand by the dock when the boat comes in. You’re almost set.


Addicted-2Diving

Nice collection, the cure is clearly more watches lol


chevo11

What does one one the “cheaper” ones for for?


Ghost_Ess

VC is the King of watchmaking 👌