Watch collecting is a very popular pastime and it continues to grow , just browse through the magazine racks at your local book store and you will see dozens of magazines catering to watch collectors. Browsing online through the auction listings at popular online auction sites like eBay confirms this.

This is promising as it indicates that there is a strong demand for collectible watches and that their is a large body of easily accessible knowledge that novices can tap into. One of my favorites are vintage pocket watches and I have built up a substantial collection of these classic timepieces over the years.

There is just something about the craftsmanship and the timeless beauty that really fascinates me – the quality engineering ensure that these timepieces always command a top price at auction – making vintage pocket watches a great investment as well.

This makes it important to ensure that you spend your money wizely , here are tips on ensuring that you don’t end up with a dud,

Models and Types – knowing the different brands and models and what their market values are can help prevent you from overpaying for a particular piece. This research can be conducted online , but don’t forget about old school techniques such as visiting libraries and talking to other collectors at shows and auctions. As you learn more about these classic timepieces your appreciation for the hobby will grow.

There are many fantastic books covering not only vintage pocket watches , but the entire field of collectible watches. If you plan on building a collection of watches I recommend investing in a couple of reference books – the information contained in these will help you spot some great watches and prevent you from getting ripped off by unscrupulous sellers.