Time To Start Your Watch Collection

Fellows’ monthly watch auctions are the perfect auction to start your watch collection. We spoke with Steven Yambo, a keen watch enthusiast who has been a specialist at Fellows for many years.

 

When did your passion for watches begin?

 

It started from my dad who collected watches, particularly Omegas.

 

How many watches do you own and what are some of your favourite timepieces?

 

I own around 30 watches, mainly dating from the 1970s as this is an era I like the ‘out there’ style from. Unfortunately, they are not all from Patek or Rolex and they have been bought with a modest budget.

My favourite watch is a small Omega with a military style dial which my dad gave me for passing my GCSEs many, many years ago. I also really like an Omega Constellation ‘Pie-Pan’ which I bought at auction about 20 years ago. It was the first, but not the last, I bought at auction.

 

What makes you most excited before an upcoming sale?

 

The prospect of getting great results for the vendors and matching up watches to their new owners.

 

What advice would you give to someone who is now starting to collect?

 

Buy what you like! If prices go down, up or sideward, if you buy what you personally like then fluctuations in the watch market won’t matter. Also, if you look at a watch and you’re not happy with it or the price, walk away, there will always be another watch.

 

Why do you feel the monthly Watch Sales are the perfect auction for beginner collectors?

 

Because you can buy a great vintage timepiece for a modest amount!  An unusual vintage piece can often be purchased for the price of a modern fashion watch.

 

Have you got any further advice for beginners?

 

Pop along to an auction and have a look at watches you may be interested in. Have a good look and if it’s the watch for you, go for it. Buying at auction is easy and there’s a chance you may pick up a bargain.

If you have any further questions, or you wish to speak to one of our watch specialists please get in touch.