Aquila, the accuracy of quartz watches and their economy have made me decide the opposite. I won't buy an expensive watch. I can get a better watch for less money, and if I lose it or break it it's not a traumatic event. I once lost a watch off my wrist loading baggage at night on a hurricane evac, and didn't even realize it was gone until we were back at the base. Gone forever, but I bought a new Timex and didn't even think twice about it. Breitling? I would have cried, but in actuality I would never buy one, or even wear it regularly if someone gave me one. Its only use is for snob appeal, and I care more about utility than style.