Now a mechanical watch, that's a thing of art. It's a piece of precision engineering and mechanical art that will never become obsolete. I can wear it for the next 30 years, then pass it one to my kids who can wear it for another 30 more. I'm sure many of you feel the same way.
I'm curious if your appreciation for something old school like a mechanical watch has found it's way into other areas of your life like it has for me. Other areas where I've gone old school:
- vinyl records played on a proper turntable - the sound may not be perfect (I've got an inexpensive turntable), but there's something more purposeful about listening to an album on a turntable rather than streaming music over my phone. Listening to the album becomes the focus of the moment as opposed to a background soundtrack
- shaving with a safety razor and shave brush - not only do I get a better shave, it's way cheaper than a multiply-blade cartridge gadget
- handwritten notes on personalized stationary & a fountain pen - texts and emails are convenient, but I love sending a handwritten note, whether it's a thank you note or just a quick hello. Like listening to a record, it is a focused, purposeful action as opposed to quickly fired off text
- wearing hand-crafter, full goodyear welted shoes - I'm brutal on shoes and go through a pair pretty quickly. A friend recommended spending the money upfront for some old school, handcrafted shoes like Allen Edmonds. While expensive, if properly cared for they will last a lifetime, a far better investment compared to buying new shoes every two years or so. Added bonus - I'm reminded of my grandfather every time I polish a pair for shoes