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Originally Posted by cadre
I've been working at a motorcycle dealership for a bit now and basically, I'm "in charge" of apparel, which include sunglasses and watches.
I can't help but notice how many men go out of their way to buy sunglasses and watches that they can't afford, but more so with watches. We deal Nixon watches that can easily be more than $300 dollars. And they sell!
Men, do you buy watches like this? If so, why? Is it to show off your money or just to have something nice to wear? Or is it something else completely.
Women, how do you feel about men wearing expensive watches? Do you take that as a sign of wealth or do you not care?
To answer my own questions, it seems to me like it's a money/power thing for men. But I'm not a man so I guess I can't say really. I do know though that when I see a man with a nice watch in a business or a romantic setting it gives the hint that they are well off and like nice things.
Also, is there something that women wear which serves the same purpose as a man's watch?
Edit: I didn't realize there was a whole thread about men's style otherwise I may have posted there but oh well, too late now. I'd like to see some discussion anyways.
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Unless the watch is incredibly expensive/requires regular maintenance (e.g. Rolex), I don't think there is much that I would consider "beyond my means", and I am not a wealthy person. A good watch will last possibly decades, so when you look at the cost over time, spending $300, even more, on a watch is not a great expense.
The reason I might be willing to spend a goodly amount on a watch is that watches are almost the sole "accessory" that men might often wear, or at least with my type of style. I don't wear necklaces, piercings, bracelets, or rings that are solely decorative, so all of the focus/money that might otherwise have gone into those areas can be placed on the watch.