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For many collectors, myself included, the journey into watches was never straightforward. It started with curiosity, a casual buy here and there, often with pieces that in hindsight we might call “junk”. But those early mistakes were the lessons.

You know you've made it when people around start giving you nicknames. While a little late to the game, the Seiko 'Cevert' is a worthy piece to add to any respectable collector's watch box. A less flashier option than the Pogue, but one cannot dispute the wrist presence that this watch gives.

A fan favourite, the 6138-8020 has a timeless dial that one can only grow to love more. The sloping tachymeter chapter ring guides the eye down into the printed minute markers. These guys are getting harder and harder to find in good condition, and word has it that the WWF might even change their logo to that of the Seiko Panda instead. 

The 701X line of flyback chronographs come in all colours and designs. This one has a military vibe, that's really out of character for the jazzy and retro line of 70s chronographs. 

For collectors who like a Weekdater dial but dislike the fact that the 6206s lack a visible crown, this Lord Matic is the choice for you. The 7020 series of LMs really bring a different look to the wrist; while the others go for a more conventional dress watch appeal of day-date at 3, this one adds the day function to the 6.