Understand where you are coming from.
I Love watches too. I have an original Omega Seamaster dated 2001. Purchased with a first ever bonus from work.
For ages i had a few replicas/fakes/snides of Rolex and Panerai. I worked in China so i was able to pick them up on the cheap.
Now, I'm just lucky enough to be in a position where i can now have the real thing.
My thinking is, i love the watches/brand, I've recently had a bereavement of a close family member so it gives you a reality check, i'm only on the planet once so i may as well enjoy it.
I must admit though, i am very selective as to when and where i wear it.