I would agree that part of the problem was the change in format. this is a very instant gratification type
thing and if people see 'server error' or something they get turned off after a few tries. it seems that change is not handled too well around these parts. RWG1 has never really recovered to the membership and post counts they had before they went down last winter.
Personally, i have more or less stopped collecting watches @ about 57. it's reached the point where i can't even wear them unless i change 2-3 times a day. I just don't have the heart to sell them either- i end up giving some away to friends and family.