TB1 Collectibility

[bad fishy]

Love the TB1 design, just hated the movement. If you don't wear it often the capacitor will run out of energy and the watch will die. If this happens a few times, the capacitor will no longer hold a strong charge and will have to be replaced. So, if you don't have many watches in your rotation and it gets worn a few times a week then you're OK.

As far as depreciation, it has already depreciated by about 65% from msrp. I think if you get one around $400-$500 you shouldn't expect it to depreciate any more.

It is collectable among Oakley collectors, not so much by watch enthusiasts.

 

[vballGuy]

There are too many TB1s out there for it to be a truly timeless collectible. I own one and I love the look of it, but as other forums members have stated, it lacks in several areas that watch enthusiasts would frown upon: quartz movement, mineral glass, kinetic movement which is prone to having its capacitor die.

My opinion is to buy a watch for enjoyment purposes, not for its potential re-sale value.

 

[discostu]

I would say it's all down to condition when it comes to a TB1 and having the capacitor replaced to the upgraded version is a must. Once this is done the watch will run for months when charged. They are an iconic design and probably a little like marmite. You either love them or hate them. Personally I love them. They are very comfortable, lightweight (x metal version) and extremely accurate. I don't use them as a daily watch, but at least a couple of times a month when the mood takes me. A definite classic in Oakley history!
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