It’s time for another “state of the collection” post, featuring a six watch collection that has me covered for any occasion (sometimes twice).

Just three years ago, I made a video called The Only 3 Watches You Really Need, in which I recommended a watch from a fashion brand called The 5th.

This wasn’t a sponsored video. At the time, that watch was truly one of my favorites. In fact, I blame it for getting me into this addictive, expensive and totally unnecessary hobby.

Granted, I don’t wear fashion watches anymore. In fact, I try to steer first time watch buyers away from brands like The 5th, MVMT, Vincero and Daniel Wellington because they don’t offer a lot of value (bang for your buck).

But I did make that video, for which I still get plenty of flack in the comments section (rightfully so). It just goes to show how quickly you can get sucked into the world of watches after you’ve been bitten by the bug.

All that to say, my watch collection is in a much better place these days. I’ve paired it down this year by selling off many watches that I wasn’t totally in love with.

Now, I have six watches in my collection. They don’t all get worn regularly, but they’re all special in one way or another.

Let’s go by formality, starting with the most casual.

#1: Casio F-84W

This is a $15 watch. It’s very similar to the ever popular F-91W, but apparently the 84 is more popular in Japan.

The most substantial difference is in the strap. The rubber belt of the F-84W is thinner and softer than the hardened belt of the F-91W. The case is also slightly thinner at 8.5mm.