When humdrum becomes valuable
Ever owned something or did something humdrum ..everyday...and suddenly eureka..it's valuable?!
My watch- I've worn for past 10 years --for work, play (bike, ski, snowshoe) and dressy party occasions...was assessed for repair job.
Today watch repairer told me it was a decent watch and unique. For the FIRST time on something I wore EVERYDAY, I looked hard at the brand-name, markings at back of watch face. Good grief, my watch was made in France with Swiss bearings, by designer Jean Chistophe Marschal. Later I find the factory is in a French town with a history of horology = watchmaking.
It is a theme watch ..with a calligraphy quill pen on face and parchment scroll. The current calligraphy design is ugly, my particular design is no longer manufactured. Watch is water-resistant down to 30 metres but I only knew ...today after looking at the tiny engraved letters.. Many people have complimented me on the watch. I only loved the watch for its classic versatility and subtle uniqueness. :)
But I had no idea of its value...not big dollars. Bought it for $40.00, but now is worth over $100.00. :rolleyes: It has been a highly durable watch. It hasn't broken down until now..after 10 years.
I'm just weighing on spending dollars to repair it...or buy brand new watch.
No, I have no interest in just a sports watch. I do not need a stopwatch, altimeter, heart monitor, whatever on me. It must be versatile for all facets of my life...functional but beautiful, not too cheap looking.
Yes, this designer does do other themes,...musical instruments, yes there is watch with a bike... I am tempted ...just to repair it and love it some more!
