Last month I decided to sell off 2 of my gens, a two-tone Rolex Datejust 16203 and a Tag Heuer Carrera 16 Chrono. I made this decision based on the fact that I had tired of them. I was looking to buy at least one, possible two, gen to replace them. I made this decision before I came across any of the rep sites on the internet. I was merely trying to do research on buying used gens when I stumbled across the RWG site. Eventually, it led me to finding out about RWI and the site here, RG.

Well, basically, in a span of less than one month, I've managed to spend exactly $6191 USD on 16 reps! It seems I've gotten myself into a new habit of buying reps. I knew I liked watches. However, before my introduction to reps, the prices of the gens always seemed to restrict me from over indulging into any heavy timepiece collecting. Now, I can't make myself pass up a great deal on a fantastic rep! I find myself constantly searching the TD's websites and the forum's member sales for great deals!

However, I've only ordered 1 watch from a TD. The rest I've purchased from other members on 3 different rep forums. I figure that I'm getting a better deal on someone else's castoffs. Let's see, I've purchased 3 PAMs, 2 OMEGs, 3 BREIT, 2 HUBs, 5 ROLLIES, and 1 CARTIER. Despite the massive haul and cost, I'm still not satisfied! There are still more watches that I want to purchase. Have I gone completely mad? Who else spends over $6K on reps??? I need help!!!

I try to rationalize that since the money I am spending on reps came from the sale of a couple of gens, I haven't really done any harm to myself. But $6K is still $6K that I no longer have! Of course, if I start dipping into my bank account to continue buying more reps, then I'm really going to need some help. Like any hobby, I'm going to have to exercise some restraint. Otherwise, I'm going to end up spending all of my money on reps. As much as I like watches, I can't let it consume me financially. Anyone else having this problem? Thanks for listening.