2018 - Collection Inventory

Primary Collections Overview

I currently have about 92 items in my primary collections. By treating them as 'collections,' I can focus on carefully selecting which items to add, replace, or keep.

Value Estimation

• Total Items: 91
• Total Value: $12,000

Ten items constitute the bulk of the valuation at about $8,000, with the Rolex and Omega making up most of that amount. The remainder of my possessions totals around $4,000. I used a combination of depreciated and replacement costs to determine the valuation; for instance, I found my Rolex Explorer online for about $3,700 and used that as the basis for its value. It’s surprising how much money I’ve spent over the years accumulating these items, especially since it amounts to just 91 pieces.

Reflecting on this, I realize that none of these are my 'primary' expenditures. I spend significantly more on food, housing, and transportation each year. My car expenses alone—including insurance, registration/taxes, gas, maintenance, and parking—add up to several thousand dollars. In some ways, accumulating any worthwhile possessions over the years feels like a significant accomplishment.

1. Headphones – 15 Items | $700

• Over-Ear

  • Audio Technica - ATH-MSR7
  • Audio Technica - ATH-M50x

• On-Ear

  • Grado - SR80e
  • Audio Technica - ATH-WM77
  • Audio Technica - ATH-EQ500
  • Sony - MDR-ZX330
  • Sony - MDR-ZX100

• In-Ear

  • AKG IG955 (Office)
  • Klipsch R6i (Home)
  • Beats Urbeats (Bag)
  • Apple Earbuds x4
  • Apple AirPods

Future Desired:

• Headphone Case for ATH-M50x
• New Earpads/Headband for ATH-M50x
• New Earpads for ATH-MSR7

2. Technology – 11 Items | $1,700

• Phones/Tablets

  • iPhone 6s
  • iPhone 6
  • iPhone 4
  • iPad 2
  • LG K7

• Laptops

  • HP i7
  • HP i3

• Gaming

  • PS4
  • PS2

• Other

  • iPod Shuffle 2GB
  • Sansa Clip+ 4GB

3. Watches – 11 Items | $6,000

• Mechanical

  • Rolex Explorer 114270
  • Omega Seamaster 2531.80
  • Zenith Cal 126
  • Seiko Orange Monster

• Analog

  • Casio Chronograph MTP4500
  • Wenger 72803

• Digital

  • Casio G-Shocks (6900, 9000, 5600 x2)

• Smartwatch

  • Apple Watch Series 2

4. Fountain Pens – 4 Items | $100

• Pilot Custom 74
• Pilot Metropolitan x3

Future Desired:

• Platinum 3776 Century - Chatreus Bleu
• Triple Pen Holder Case

5. Whisky – 5 Items | $300

• Johnnie Walker (Blue, Red, Black x2)
• Highland Park 12

6. Clothing – 46 Items | $3,200

• Pants: 10
• Shirts: 25
• Outerwear: 5
• Shoes: 6

This structured approach allows me to appreciate my collections while making informed decisions about future acquisitions.