Why Watches?
As our world continues to digitize, forms of mechanical art such as fine timepieces and exotic cars cannot be forgotten.
A fine-tuned mechanical wristwatch does more than just tell the time, it is a piece of art that reminds you of the centuries of invention and innovation that went into creating it.
Sure, you can check the time on your phone.
But that’s not the point.
The key to life is balance, and not devoting all your resources to one thing.
Appreciating mechanical art is more than just enjoying luxuries. When you buy a timepiece or exotic car at the right time and at the right price, you put yourself in a position where it is possible to build your net worth while enjoying the most exciting luxury goods in the world.
For most people born in the 20th and 21st centuries, the word “investment” means taking money out of every paycheck and putting it into the stock market. 401k, IRA, etc.
This time-proven method of passive investment is fine for people that want a small yet safe return over the course of several decades. With compounding interest and dividend re-investment, this strategy can lead to a very comfortable retirement.
Personally, I’ve never liked the idea of looking at numbers increasing in a digital account. Even more dislikeable is the conventional concept of retirement- but that’s a discussion for another day.
In 2020, I decided to exit the passive investment model and withdrew my 401k. I used that money to buy watches, and used those to trade for more watches. By treating watches as assets that can be enjoyed while they appreciate, I took a more active role in my investment strategy.
Not only are luxury timepieces less volatile than most other forms of investment, their worldwide popularity allows for all kinds of interesting meeting and networking opportunities.
One of the biggest issues people face when looking to buy or sell an expensive timepiece is safety of transaction.
There are hundreds and hundreds of dealers, traders, wholesalers, hustlers, wannabes, and even scammers out there, and they can all put on a good digital front.
Especially in an industry that is not as regulated as others, WHO YOU DO BUSINESS WITH is absolutely the most important factor.
When you call or email Mechanical Art, you are talking to the owner of the company- the person who actually buys and sells the inventory you see listed on this site, and the owner of the watches (and hand) you see in photos.
Whether you found us through eBay, Chrono24, Reddit Watchexchange, Watchuseek, Rolex Forums, or Facebook, we are in the relationship business and our goal is to help you in your timepiece and alternative asset journey!
