Why do I wear 2 watches?
I get this question a lot from people, so I thought I’d write a post explaining why.
The answer to this question is a pragmatic one: I wanted the features of Apple watch, but I also wanted to wear a mechanical watch. I didn’t want to compromise on either, so I wear both at the same time.
I get all the benefits of wearing an Apple watch (step tracking, silent alarm, setting timers, taking calls, checking the weather), while getting the benefits of mechanical (no battery, great design). If my Apple watch dies, I can still check the time because my mechanical watch never dies. Also if my arm is occupied (carrying something, or phoning someone), then I have the other hand to check the time.
I also just love wearing mechanical watches. They’re purpose-built tools from a bygone era. I feel like I live in a simpler time when I’m wearing one.