Sorry but im going to have to disagree with you on that, there are many watches out there that pose to be a sound investment. If you choose the correct watch you can be sure to recoup most of your money and still be able to enjoy it. I purchased my 16613ln in dec 97 for 5k, i beleive today the value is between 4 or 5k, id say thats pretty good. Modern rollies in non precious metal version are def not worth it imho thery are more of just statements (except for the daytona).