I collected vintage Rolleiflex twin lens cameras during my 20’s, vintage Scandinavian furniture during my 30’s and early 40’s. In my mid 40’s, I went into the JLC Boutique in Paris with my wife and fell in love with the 60th anniversary edition Memovox. That watch started my interest in vintage (and modern) watches. Now I’m 50 with a full blown addiction and totally broke! 🤣🤣
A few weeks back, I had a brief chat with Adrian ( over at Bark&Jack ) about his watch journey video. It was mentioned that he originally wanted to extend an invitation to others to share their watch journey as well..... so, here's mine! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A link to the sponsor, WatchCrunch www.watchcrunch.com/LumeShot/posts/my-watch-buying-journey-3630
This is great stuff. I am glad you've moved into your own space as a watch collector. I own the VC Overseas Silver Dial and it is spectacular. I also own the Parmigiani Fleurier Tondagraph GT Big Date, Annual Calendar Chronograph which i know you have reviewed. At present those two are my most worn watches. I'm definitely looking at the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59.
I don't know why, but choosing an angle where you weren't directly facing the camera as you told your story made this even more engaging. Your shooting and editing is really inspiring
You are always staying ahead of the demand curve Eric hahaha. I think out of everything you shared, that 15450 just fits so perfect on you, that’s the “Lumeshot” watch to me.
@VTSV It’s unusual for someone to be able to afford such high end pieces at that point in their life so I don’t think it’s unreasonable for someone to be curious how it was accomplished…
@VTSV Yes it does matter. Scenario 1 - person works his tail off on three jobs to be able to afford said watches. Scenario 2 - Hedge fund manager dad buys his son anything he wants. I have a lot more respect for the person in scenario 1.
@@LumeShotdang I would of had to of kept a few knives I'm into knives also typically I use all of mine mostly use a Emerson but I'd have kept a hinderer
Great story.. I start with Rolexes because more of a status symbol. Then AP, PP, etc (like everyone else)... Now I have expanded into other brands - Omega Speedy, Lange, Hermes, Glashutte Original and Cartier.. still waiting for my grail watch - fp journe..
Great video and nice collection. I wanted the Overseas years ago as well but due to stuff happening in life, couldn’t write that cheque but hopefully can sometime in the future.
Love the video. Love all the videos. In that journey where did modding seikos come in to play? And I was surprised to not see a Seiko in the collection. I thought maybe a Grand Seiko Spring Drive might be in there.
Good vid. Your insight and "journey" is interesting. Your advice about buying what you like is quite good and mature. I purchased a Rolex Explorer 1016 new in 1986 because a co-worker purchased a Datejust and I wanted to transition from Casio digitals to a dress watch - a Rolex. I gifted it to my daughter and she enjoys it today. Thanks for sharing. Good vid. Keep at it!
I have the black Overseas and a silver dial 15450st too. Very difficult to choose which s my favourite but i'd say the Overseas slightly wins it for me
i have a similar watch journey. mickey mouse watch in in my single digits, movado for uni, sapphire sandwich when i got married, gmt2 116710blnr when i had my son. hopefully waitlist for 15550. the speedy is still my most worn watch because of how timeless and legible it is.
that's funny about ur story I am also from the edc / knife community I was a knife guy. I made a pretty expensive purchase,( a benchmade adamis) and I lost it to customs over 'legality'. It had happened before to a friend. But, I decided I would instead of knives. Just start collecting watches instead. because watches are tangible, they fill every void I had for knives. and more. they are used by everyone. and serve a much more important function. also reminding me that time is limited on earth. I am so glad I made this decision. watches really tick all boxes. lol I really am in love with watch collecting now. it's crazy how many cool people I have net already.
very interesting watch collecting journey, thank you for sharing it with us - there are definitely some high end pieces there. I do wonder though; How did you manage to afford all of these incredible luxury watches? When I was in University, I couldn’t even afford a new pair of jeans, despite having a job and sharing an apartment with my mates lol.
Thank you, I was fortunate enough to cover all uni / living costs through scholarships back then, and also have a few non-watch related businesses started as well.
I have submariner and a hulk in my collection but only hulk gets most wrist time for me and I’m thinking of buying date just black dial but I can’t find any, perhaps I should trade submariner for them 🤔
Great video:) Your Overseas is by far your best watch :). AP RO are very fragile and a scratch magnet. Royal oaks will give you a lot of headache over the years....talking from years of experience. be very careful with them.
How would you compare the overseas to something like a Rolex submariner in terms of fragility? If the AP is more fragile then the overseas just wondering how the overseas compares to something pretty robust.
Dammmn. I should have known you collected knives, but didn’t expect all those amazing customs. I too have kinda switched from knives to watches, but now am mostly focused on film photography, which I believe you can also value. Great videos man.
The AP Royal Oak 15400st was my grail watch since I was 18, I am 28 today. I got the chance to buy it at the AP store in Dubai Mall when I went there for vacation with friends. What got me to change my mind was when the dealer informed me about the ATM water meters, it was just a big no for me... The AP Royal Oak to me is still the most beautiful watch ever made but it is not for me since I like to sport/swim/dive with my watches...
I am kinda jealous. Havent bought any watch yet but i am trying my best to be patient and wait for my turn at the ad. Anyways, how does the 15202/16202 fit on you? I heard it doest fit well on smaller wrists.(i have skinny 15.5cm wrist)
Wonderful video, my watch journey COLLECTION CURRENTLY 126300 DATEJUST 41MM Azzuro Roman and 42MM 216570 Polar for everyday use and travel. I also sold and traded a few watches until I realized what I like including few Breitling Superocean watches, an Aquaracer my first watch and a 126613LN Rolex Submariner which didn't enjoy waring. My 3d and final piece which is my GRAIL will be the VACHERON 56 Blue on Bracelet. Contemplating on trading the Polar for a 39MM Explorer MK2, Polar sometimes feels big and heavy, but the design and dial make it hard to let go. Its a super interesting hobby, I also love when I meet watch guys who love the history, and tradition of watches rather than the Logo or status symbol. 3 Watches to me are perfect as a collector, but we'll see lol
He went from a basic Casio to an Omega Speedmaster Sapphire Sandwich.. Maybe he worked really hard and saved every cent (or maybe his parents have some money I dunno)
I'm very much a product of the '80s. I bought a Casio calculator watch from a classmate in probably '89. In retrospect it had probably been stolen from a parent or relative. But I was 9 and my friend needed some candy money.
Great journey and something to aspire to! So far I’m working with the Sapphire Sandwich and GMT Batman, which are already beyond my wildest dreams. Really have my eyes on the Overseas in the longer term
I think the finishing on the subdial hand at 10:37 is unacceptable for AP. I understand no dial is perfect, but at that price point i would expect something less blatant.
I admire everything that you do. However, you differ from the other watch guys in that you are actually buying all these watches. My guess is that it adds up to $100,000 USD - this is a pretty exclusive hobby and vocation. In fairness, I should mention that another RUclipsr tapes his adventures in a private jet costing $15 million - so that's a lot more, for sure.
Hi lume shot, since you're experienced in horology, would you make a video comparing Seiko vs swiss movements or quality? I just noticed that seiko puts more effort on the dials and produces more workhorse, industrialized less pretty looking movements. And with the swiss it's like the other way around...
Great video Lume ! Very educational..i really enjoyed..my watch journey is kind of similar to yours. A Lume..that VC OverSeas ..oh man..had me drooling dude..awesome piece of horology..and that bracelet..the whole watch is eye candy dude..Good Job
As someone on the younger side, I hear stories of many getting turned down by AP or having their name out on a list. Can you share your experience with buying an AP. I feel that they won’t take me serious In my opinion. Cheers!
For me, I try to have a watch from all the food groups. I mostly have automatics, but like to have a chrono, skeleton, diver, dress etc, down to a Tag Heuer Kirium F1 for the digital.
Hey Lume, Curious, you work on a lot of Japanese movement / parts. Yet feature none on this video. I know you mentioned that its the stories behind the watches that interest you. Im a person who is in love with Japanese movement and feel like i can never get into the swiss watch world. Can you tell me why swiss movement / design is superior to Japanese?
I dont believe one is superior over the other. The reason no japanese movement watch is in my collection is because there isnt a model, design wise, that I like enough at the moment. I do want to add a GS or japanese independent in the future.
you are an inspiration bro, from your video sharing your collection 5y ago and this one, really showed your personal growth and the depth of perspectives of the hobby. Will deffo watch out for more of your videos :)
Your video's are great - do wish you would upload a little bit more..! Came across your channel when searching the VC Overseas 4500V and lol'd with the AP comparison!
I know I'm a little late to this video, but great story! Your collection really has a great bit of variety. Now I'll go follow you on watchchrunch as well.
@@LumeShot Quit being coy. Yeah I have a job too but I can’t go out and buy this shit and I’m FOUR YEARS out of college. Who buys this expensive stuff IN COLLEGE? Until you explain what field of work allowed you to buy this stuff everyone is just going to assume you’re a pampered rich kid.
except they werent as hyped or as stupidly valued nearly as much as they are now when I obtained each one. Sub purchased under retail, Overseas under retail, AP's at AD and when market value was only 1-2k the difference from retail. I could care less about the hype or market value, none of them will be sold. Its sad that hype and price tags are all what the majority of people see in these watches 🤦🏻♂️
Assuming it's a mix of things: 1. His modding services probably made Bank. 2. His RUclips channel started making bank. 3. He may have had a side job as well. 4. A reason he likely won't admit to, he may have money from his family.
Everything shown on my channel is not my primary means of making a living, nor nearly enough to be able to purchase these watches. Nothing was handed to me by family lol I work hard for my own things.
@@LumeShot I didn't mean any disrespect. Was just hypothsizing the possible revenue/fund streams. I am curious though what is your main job doing? And do you pay rent?
@@LumeShot So what's your main specialization? I was sure your modding services is your main income source. Just curious what kind of work should I do to buy that sick AP chrono (I need it so bad lol).
This video is awesome, with one exception… the point where you buy a watch that supposedly went to the moon. Most intelligent people know that space is faked and we never landed on the moon.
I collected vintage Rolleiflex twin lens cameras during my 20’s, vintage Scandinavian furniture during my 30’s and early 40’s. In my mid 40’s, I went into the JLC Boutique in Paris with my wife and fell in love with the 60th anniversary edition Memovox. That watch started my interest in vintage (and modern) watches. Now I’m 50 with a full blown addiction and totally broke! 🤣🤣
A few weeks back, I had a brief chat with Adrian ( over at Bark&Jack ) about his watch journey video. It was mentioned that he originally wanted to extend an invitation to others to share their watch journey as well..... so, here's mine!
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A link to the sponsor, WatchCrunch www.watchcrunch.com/LumeShot/posts/my-watch-buying-journey-3630
Ahh my two favorite watch RUclipsrs. I would love to have a collab video where you guys just tell watch
This is great stuff. I am glad you've moved into your own space as a watch collector. I own the VC Overseas Silver Dial and it is spectacular. I also own the Parmigiani Fleurier Tondagraph GT Big Date, Annual Calendar Chronograph which i know you have reviewed. At present those two are my most worn watches. I'm definitely looking at the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59.
I don't know why, but choosing an angle where you weren't directly facing the camera as you told your story made this even more engaging. Your shooting and editing is really inspiring
You are always staying ahead of the demand curve Eric hahaha. I think out of everything you shared, that 15450 just fits so perfect on you, that’s the “Lumeshot” watch to me.
Haha, thanks D!
May I ask how you were able to. Afford these amazing pices, getting rolexes in uni is crazy
Textbook rich kid.
That VC fifty six is one of the best looking watches out there!
How did you go from Mickey Mouse to G-Shock to Omega, seems like you're missing a couple steps there lmao
Theres quite a few years that passed in between those lol
Seems like a few decades from Mickey to VC…. I am about to get the fiftysix on a blue strap so excited..
how did you afford so many rolies during uni???
Liquidated my knife collection and a job
@VTSV It’s unusual for someone to be able to afford such high end pieces at that point in their life so I don’t think it’s unreasonable for someone to be curious how it was accomplished…
@VTSV Yes it does matter. Scenario 1 - person works his tail off on three jobs to be able to afford said watches. Scenario 2 - Hedge fund manager dad buys his son anything he wants. I have a lot more respect for the person in scenario 1.
@@LumeShotdang I would of had to of kept a few knives I'm into knives also typically I use all of mine mostly use a Emerson but I'd have kept a hinderer
@@LumeShotgoddamn you had a beautiful knife collection. The Frank Fischer is amazing!
These watch journey videos are always pleasant. They’re truly a type of autobiography. Great video 👍🏻
Ouf! 😰
What a journey! Happy you were able to get your hands on these gems 🙂👍🏻
Great story.. I start with Rolexes because more of a status symbol. Then AP, PP, etc (like everyone else)... Now I have expanded into other brands - Omega Speedy, Lange, Hermes, Glashutte Original and Cartier.. still waiting for my grail watch - fp journe..
Great video and nice collection. I wanted the Overseas years ago as well but due to stuff happening in life, couldn’t write that cheque but hopefully can sometime in the future.
we need an update on your collection
I started small, but now I now VC, PP, AP, Rolex and Omega (the cal 321) .. I'm sated.
I'm surprised you don't have any Seikos in your collection
What do you do for a living to be able to afford all these watches?
Love the video. Love all the videos. In that journey where did modding seikos come in to play? And I was surprised to not see a Seiko in the collection. I thought maybe a Grand Seiko Spring Drive might be in there.
How do you compare 56 to overseas? Thanks
Love your collection! May I ask what is your wrist size?
Great video and shots man, I can't afford any of those as of right now but I am looking at a Steinhart as my next watch
Good vid. Your insight and "journey" is interesting. Your advice about buying what you like is quite good and mature. I purchased a Rolex Explorer 1016 new in 1986 because a co-worker purchased a Datejust and I wanted to transition from Casio digitals to a dress watch - a Rolex. I gifted it to my daughter and she enjoys it today. Thanks for sharing. Good vid. Keep at it!
What kind of car do you drive? haha i'm just curious
Glad to see that you follow your own intuition and watch desire instead of owning 15 Rolexes as we see with other collectors 😃
I have the black Overseas and a silver dial 15450st too. Very difficult to choose which s my favourite but i'd say the Overseas slightly wins it for me
i have a similar watch journey. mickey mouse watch in in my single digits, movado for uni, sapphire sandwich when i got married, gmt2 116710blnr when i had my son. hopefully waitlist for 15550. the speedy is still my most worn watch because of how timeless and legible it is.
VC is so elegant and classy even compares to AP!!
❤In my opinion, VC is way more mysterious and attractive than AP!!!
that's funny about ur story I am also from the edc / knife community I was a knife guy. I made a pretty expensive purchase,( a benchmade adamis) and I lost it to customs over 'legality'. It had happened before to a friend. But, I decided I would instead of knives. Just start collecting watches instead. because watches are tangible, they fill every void I had for knives. and more. they are used by everyone. and serve a much more important function. also reminding me that time is limited on earth. I am so glad I made this decision. watches really tick all boxes. lol I really am in love with watch collecting now. it's crazy how many cool people I have net already.
very interesting watch collecting journey, thank you for sharing it with us - there are definitely some high end pieces there.
I do wonder though; How did you manage to afford all of these incredible luxury watches? When I was in University, I couldn’t even afford a new pair of jeans, despite having a job and sharing an apartment with my mates lol.
Thank you, I was fortunate enough to cover all uni / living costs through scholarships back then, and also have a few non-watch related businesses started as well.
Family money got him started… 100%
@@sean1e100 Nothing wrong with that
I have submariner and a hulk in my collection but only hulk gets most wrist time for me and I’m thinking of buying date just black dial but I can’t find any, perhaps I should trade submariner for them 🤔
Congrats , man ! What are your thoughts on the Octo Finissimo Steel/blue dial ? It would be great on you
I love the octo, but kinda scared about the thinness haha
@@LumeShot it's the best feeling I've ever had wearing a timepiece . So thin , so comfortable and elegant . Try it on !
I wish I had a journey like yours. Mine is from a Seiko 5 to Victorinox & back to a Seiko Prospex samurai.
Just your average watch enthusiast. lol
Lol don't trip, mine started with a Tissot PRX automatic, Seiko SRPE35 King Samurai, and Seiko SPB103J Sumo Hulk.
Great video:) Your Overseas is by far your best watch :). AP RO are very fragile and a scratch magnet. Royal oaks will give you a lot of headache over the years....talking from years of experience. be very careful with them.
How would you compare the overseas to something like a Rolex submariner in terms of fragility? If the AP is more fragile then the overseas just wondering how the overseas compares to something pretty robust.
@@Pete_or_Peter4Long Overseas are very reliable and robust for being a high horology brand….great quality 👍
curious at college, did a lot of kids wear rolexes?
“But they were intentionally set incorrectly to prevent students from being distracted all the time”
Jokes on you, I can get distracted by anything
Mickey watch is friggin awesome! And your story!
Really enjoyed the story telling (despite me being very anti Rolex)!!
Your best watch here is that vecheron Constantin overseas..
Dammmn. I should have known you collected knives, but didn’t expect all those amazing customs. I too have kinda switched from knives to watches, but now am mostly focused on film photography, which I believe you can also value. Great videos man.
I'm itching to get into film. I'd love to hear any recommendations that you may have!
The AP Royal Oak 15400st was my grail watch since I was 18, I am 28 today. I got the chance to buy it at the AP store in Dubai Mall when I went there for vacation with friends. What got me to change my mind was when the dealer informed me about the ATM water meters, it was just a big no for me... The AP Royal Oak to me is still the most beautiful watch ever made but it is not for me since I like to sport/swim/dive with my watches...
I am kinda jealous. Havent bought any watch yet but i am trying my best to be patient and wait for my turn at the ad. Anyways, how does the 15202/16202 fit on you? I heard it doest fit well on smaller wrists.(i have skinny 15.5cm wrist)
Wonderful video, my watch journey COLLECTION CURRENTLY 126300 DATEJUST 41MM Azzuro Roman and 42MM 216570 Polar for everyday use and travel.
I also sold and traded a few watches until I realized what I like including few Breitling Superocean watches, an Aquaracer my first watch and a 126613LN Rolex Submariner which didn't enjoy waring. My 3d and final piece which is my GRAIL will be the VACHERON 56 Blue on Bracelet. Contemplating on trading the Polar for a 39MM Explorer MK2, Polar sometimes feels big and heavy, but the design and dial make it hard to let go. Its a super interesting hobby, I also love when I meet watch guys who love the history, and tradition of watches rather than the Logo or status symbol. 3 Watches to me are perfect as a collector, but we'll see lol
Wow how do you afford all this
He went from a basic Casio to an Omega Speedmaster Sapphire Sandwich.. Maybe he worked really hard and saved every cent (or maybe his parents have some money I dunno)
Wow you have a gorgeous collection! You are young too. Keep up the collecting!
Most Asians look way younger than their age. I'm guessing he's around 72?
Stellar video, love supporting your channel!
Thanks man!
How long did you wait for you AP royal oak? I registered my interest earlier this year but not getting my hopes up that I will ever get the call...
I'm very much a product of the '80s. I bought a Casio calculator watch from a classmate in probably '89. In retrospect it had probably been stolen from a parent or relative. But I was 9 and my friend needed some candy money.
Great journey and something to aspire to! So far I’m working with the Sapphire Sandwich and GMT Batman, which are already beyond my wildest dreams. Really have my eyes on the Overseas in the longer term
I have taste but i dont have money 😅
The fiftysix is the most quiet yet elegant, simple yet sophisticated. I love it
Great collection brother ❤️ always a good day when you drop a watch!
I think the finishing on the subdial hand at 10:37 is unacceptable for AP. I understand no dial is perfect, but at that price point i would expect something less blatant.
I admire everything that you do. However, you differ from the other watch guys in that you are actually buying all these watches. My guess is that it adds up to $100,000 USD - this is a pretty exclusive hobby and vocation. In fairness, I should mention that another RUclipsr tapes his adventures in a private jet costing $15 million - so that's a lot more, for sure.
You are a very intelligent young man, and you have great taste in watches. Keep on doing what you are doing. Great video!
Those are some high end watchese
Hi lume shot, since you're experienced in horology, would you make a video comparing Seiko vs swiss movements or quality? I just noticed that seiko puts more effort on the dials and produces more workhorse, industrialized less pretty looking movements. And with the swiss it's like the other way around...
Great video Lume ! Very educational..i really enjoyed..my watch journey is kind of similar to yours. A Lume..that VC OverSeas ..oh man..had me drooling dude..awesome piece of horology..and that bracelet..the whole watch is eye candy dude..Good Job
As someone on the younger side, I hear stories of many getting turned down by AP or having their name out on a list. Can you share your experience with buying an AP. I feel that they won’t take me serious In my opinion. Cheers!
For me, I try to have a watch from all the food groups. I mostly have automatics, but like to have a chrono, skeleton, diver, dress etc, down to a Tag Heuer Kirium F1 for the digital.
I have to admit RO/VC looks beautiful!!! Congrats to you!
Can u make a video about how ur setup and how u film ur videos? I love the style
Great collection and great video! Thank you for sharing.
sold the GMT rather than the sub wow. how did you choose?
All are classic ❤
Great collection. We have similar taste in watches.
Amazing journey man! Very classy collection 💪
Thank you for sharing, very enjoyable video.
Hey Lume,
Curious, you work on a lot of Japanese movement / parts. Yet feature none on this video. I know you mentioned that its the stories behind the watches that interest you. Im a person who is in love with Japanese movement and feel like i can never get into the swiss watch world. Can you tell me why swiss movement / design is superior to Japanese?
I dont believe one is superior over the other. The reason no japanese movement watch is in my collection is because there isnt a model, design wise, that I like enough at the moment. I do want to add a GS or japanese independent in the future.
Thanks for sharing your journey. Mickey definitely needs to remain in the collection.
you are an inspiration bro, from your video sharing your collection 5y ago and this one, really showed your personal growth and the depth of perspectives of the hobby. Will deffo watch out for more of your videos :)
check out the new ZELOS SPEARFISH
The Mickey Mouse watch is the most interesting
Your video's are great - do wish you would upload a little bit more..! Came across your channel when searching the VC Overseas 4500V and lol'd with the AP comparison!
On it! Always a balance between getting content out without sacrificing quality...
Didn’t you have a ORIS Hangang before? Would love to hear your thoughts on it if you did own it before.’
Never owned an Oris before but had borrowed a few in the past
what is your job?
I appreciated this candid video
I know I'm a little late to this video, but great story! Your collection really has a great bit of variety. Now I'll go follow you on watchchrunch as well.
Thanks Billy!
I enjoyed it
I went through knives first also
Amazing collection. Great video too.
Spectacular collection. Major congrats
Where did you get the funds to do this ?
A job
@@LumeShot Quit being coy. Yeah I have a job too but I can’t go out and buy this shit and I’m FOUR YEARS out of college. Who buys this expensive stuff IN COLLEGE? Until you explain what field of work allowed you to buy this stuff everyone is just going to assume you’re a pampered rich kid.
12:41 Well not correct; you only have really high end and really popular grail watches. 🤣😅
except they werent as hyped or as stupidly valued nearly as much as they are now when I obtained each one. Sub purchased under retail, Overseas under retail, AP's at AD and when market value was only 1-2k the difference from retail. I could care less about the hype or market value, none of them will be sold. Its sad that hype and price tags are all what the majority of people see in these watches 🤦🏻♂️
How did you afford all of those
Assuming it's a mix of things: 1. His modding services probably made Bank. 2. His RUclips channel started making bank. 3. He may have had a side job as well. 4. A reason he likely won't admit to, he may have money from his family.
Everything shown on my channel is not my primary means of making a living, nor nearly enough to be able to purchase these watches. Nothing was handed to me by family lol I work hard for my own things.
@@LumeShot I didn't mean any disrespect. Was just hypothsizing the possible revenue/fund streams. I am curious though what is your main job doing? And do you pay rent?
@@LumeShot So what's your main specialization? I was sure your modding services is your main income source. Just curious what kind of work should I do to buy that sick AP chrono (I need it so bad lol).
Excellent video
Definitely enjoyed this one
Beautiful collection!!
Good stuff!
Awesome video mate
Fantastic video
Speedmaster... Submariner...royal Oak... Expensive pieces, but man , How booooring
Kinda agree, but his 38mm AP chrono is sick, you gotta admit it.
Awesome 👌 you are 부자 lol I'm jealous
This video is awesome, with one exception… the point where you buy a watch that supposedly went to the moon. Most intelligent people know that space is faked and we never landed on the moon.
Great video as ever