Even master watchmakers make mistakes. And in 2026, we made some expensive ones!

In this video, Nick and Andrew look back at our three worst watch deals of 2026 — three purchases that seemed like good ideas at the time but have turned into serious disappointments.

What makes it worse? We are talking about a Rolex Submariner, a limited-edition Omega Speedmaster and even a humble AliExpress watch.

Three very different watches. Three bad buying decisions. And three reminders that experience, knowledge and professional expertise do not guarantee a good investment.

So, what happens next?

One thing is certain: these watches are staying in 2026. They might be sold below cost, stripped down for parts or, in one case, simply destroyed. We will have to decide how best to deal with each of them.

But this is not just a story about our losses. It is also a lesson for anyone buying watches — whether you are a professional dealer, an experienced collector or a hobbyist buying your first mechanical watch.

What went wrong? What did we overlook? And could we have avoided these mistakes?

We believe in showing the good, the bad and the ugly. If we are prepared to tell you when we get things right, we should also be prepared to admit when we get things wrong.

Have we learned something from 2026? Only time will tell.

Watch to the end and tell us in the comments: which of these three deals do you think was our biggest mistake?

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