I Sold My Watches, Here's What I Learned - YouTube

Tim (The 1916 Company) reflects on selling almost his entire watch collection eight years ago and what the experience taught him. After realizing he was staying in the watch industry—especially once his JLC pieces were gone—he rebuilt his collection and shares what he’d do differently. Key takeaways: sell more slowly to avoid regret, be clear on whyyou’re selling (funding another watch vs. downsizing vs. changing tastes), and consider trades you might prefer over outright sales. The episode closes with general, collector-focused advice for anyone planning to sell part or all of their collection.