>Another advantage: they almost always appreciate in value over time On balance this is not true for any non limited brand new watch you buy. On balance models

>Another advantage: they almost always appreciate in value over time On balance this is not true for any non limited brand new watch you buy. On balance models that appreciate tend to be discontinued, or a combination of rare reference/variation/materials. I agree though, If I had a lot of cash laying about, i'd buy lots and lots of good examples of vintage watches from marquee brands.