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2018 - Collection Inventory

Gear Review

Inventory Strategy & Value Estimation

A deep dive into the collections that define my everyday carry

92
Total Items
4
Core Categories
~12
Years of Accumulation
Section I

Inventory Strategy & Value Estimation

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. 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.

Tip: Viewing personal belongings as a structured collection rather than a pile of random gear helps in making intentional decisions about future acquisitions.
 
Section II

Audio & Technology Breakdown

  • Audio Technica ATH-MSR7 — Over-Ear
  • Audio Technica ATH-M50x — Over-Ear
  • Grado SR80e — On-Ear
  • Audio Technica ATH-WM77 — On-Ear
  • Audio Technica ATH-EQ500 — On-Ear
  • Sony MDR-ZX330 — On-Ear
  • Sony MDR-ZX100 — On-Ear
  • AKG IG955 — In-Ear (Office)
  • Klipsch R6i — In-Ear (Home)
  • Beats Urbeats — In-Ear (Bag)
  • Apple Earbuds — In-Ear (x4)
  • Apple AirPods — In-Ear
  • iPhone 6s — Phones/Tablets
  • iPhone 6 — Phones/Tablets
  • iPhone 4 — Phones/Tablets
  • iPad 2 — Phones/Tablets
  • LG K7 — Phones/Tablets
  • HP i7 — Laptops
  • HP i3 — Laptops
  • PS4 — Gaming
  • PS2 — Gaming
  • iPod Shuffle 2GB — Other
  • Sansa Clip+ 4GB — Other
Section III

Watches & Writing Instruments

  • Rolex Explorer 114270 — Mechanical
  • Omega Seamaster 2531.80 — Mechanical
  • Zenith Cal 126 — Mechanical
  • Seiko Orange Monster — Mechanical
  • Casio Chronograph MTP4500 — Analog
  • Wenger 72803 — Analog
  • Casio G-Shock 6900 — Digital
  • Casio G-Shock 9000 — Digital
  • Casio G-Shock 5600 — Digital (x2)
  • Apple Watch Series 2 — Smartwatch
  • Pilot Custom 74 — Writing Instrument
  • Pilot Metropolitan — Writing Instrument (x3)
Section IV

Spirits & Wardrobe

This category encompasses both my personal style and my home bar collection.

Item TypeQuantityNote
Johnnie Walker Blue1Blended Scotch
Johnnie Walker Red1Blended Scotch
Johnnie Walker Black2Blended Scotch
Highland Park 121Single Malt
Pants10Wardrobe
Shirts25Wardrobe
Outerwear5Wardrobe
Shoes6Wardrobe

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

Tracking the value of everyday carry and lifestyle essentials helps define the cost of quality living.

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