What Kind Of Watch Suits Me?
How To Choose The Perfect Piece
When buying a men's watch, there are
many things to consider. Honestly, most men should probably own at least
three watches, which we will go over, but the truth is, most men prefer
one watch and will wear it regardless of what they're doing.
I am a professional that works in a corporate office building. I own a
watch that is thin and blends into my outfit for the day. When I take my
wife out to dinner, I put on a flashier watch that says something about
my personality. On the weekend, I wear a throw-around kind of watch.
One that doesn't matter if I bang it against the lawnmower or take it
into a pool.
Ask Yourself the Following Questions:
1) What is my price point?
Not to say you can't get a quality watch without breaking the bank, but
it's important to realize before you buy a watch that for anything with
some substance of quality, you're going to have to spend at least a few
hundred dollars. Don't be fooled by "nice looking" watches that are
extremely cheap. They are junk and will not last.
You can get a decent quality watch for well under $500, but that's up to
you. Watches sell for every price imaginable - you just have to decide
where you stand.
2) What materials do I prefer?
Do I like a leather band? How about a metal bracelet? Is gold my style,
or stainless steel? Am I looking for a jeweled inner working 12 diamond
face, or will a simple white dial do the job?
These are questions that one must ask before going shopping. The truth
is to all these questions is - yes. Leather bands are great. They can be
formal or informal. Jewels are going to be flashy and should be
contained to watches that you want to show off - to flaunt yourself.
White and blacks simple faces are conservative, while gold is
traditional.
3) Is this an investment piece?
For most of us, the answer is no. Some watches however, do go up in
value. For example, it's common that a well taken care of Rolex Daytona
will hold it's own and increase in value over time. On the other hand,
if you're watch isn't a collectible or rare, simply take care of it and
know that it can last a lifetime. Perhaps it will be something you hand
down to a family member, or use the rest of your life.
4) Am I looking for a universal watch, or several depending on the situation?
I talked about my personal situation above, but you must ask yourself
this question. If you're looking for a single watch, I would recommend
something conservative, yet fun. Perhaps a TAG Heuer. They are
incredibly well built, timelessly styled, and are in the
middle-of-the-road when it comes to price. I would choose a dial color
that suits you and stick with stainless steel links. If that's not your
style, but you still want a single watch, I would go for a nice brown
leather banded watch. Anything else is so situationally specific that
it's hard to wear it in any setting.
5) What is my personal style?
Are you flashy? Are you conservative? Outdoorsy? Cube Dweller?
Whatever your style, pick a watch that compliments it. There's no need
for someone who spends most of their time in a cubicle to have a diamond
crusted watch unless that style is specific towards them. Or a farmer
to wear a Rolex (ok well my Grandfather did, but...). Watches should be
practical. A nightclub owner wearing a calculator watch simple will not
do. You get my drift.
Whatever your style, always comparison shop when choosing a watch.
Personally, I'm a big amazon believer. There is almost any watch
conceivable there, most backed by full warranties and easily returnable. What I like most is that there is no tax and shipping generally is free or inexepensive.
Click on any link below for a great watch-buying experience.
TAG Heuer Men's Aquaracer Chronograph Quartz Watch
Designed to meet the demanding criteria of professional divers, the durable and sporty
combines precise timekeeping technology with TAG Heuer's signature
prestige styling. The 41 mm brushed steel case highlights a silver dial
with a full-color TAG Heuer logo and an automatic date calendar at the
4:30 position. Blue chronograph subdials at 2 and 10 o'clock display the
1/10 second counter and 12-hour counter respectively, and an additional
subdial at 6 o'clock registers the seconds. Luminous hands and hour
markers, a chronograph seconds hand, and a red chronograph minute hand
with an arrow tip are all designed for optimal radiance and readability.
The dial is framed by a unidirectional rotating bezel with an Arabic
numeral scale for timing dives and other limited events. The watch
presents on a handsome and brushed and polished steel link bracelet that
features a double safety clasp and an extension system for divers.
TAG, just the word sounds good. TAG makes one of the highest quality
watches on the market today. They are a lifetime piece that can be
passed down from father to son. They are reasonably priced considering
the quality and craftsmanship. This is the exact watch I own and wish it
could be yours also.
TAG Heuer Men's Aquaracer Quartz Watch
Invicta Men's Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch
Big, bold and masculine, the omega Men's Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch
is an affordable luxury watch with classically styled features. This
precisely constructed timepiece for men features a solid stainless steel
case that's 39.9mm wide (1.57 inches). It has a black face with
Tritnite luminous hands and markers and a unidirectional black bezel
with white numerals and markings. Other features include anti-reflective
mineral crystal, date display at 3 o'clock, and water resistance to 200
meters. The highly polished stainless steel band has a fold over clasp
with safety.
This is a beautiful watch, styled after some of the more expensive
luxury watches on the market. My good friend purchased this highly
affordable piece from me and could not be happier with the look and
comments he receives.
Bulova Men's Strap Silver Dial Watch
Back in stock!
The classic clean look of the Bulova Men's Strap Silver Dial Watch is ideal
for a man who is moving up in the world and wants to look good doing
it. The white circle dial displays silver stick indices for hours. A
sub-dial at three o'clock shows the date. The bezel and case are silver
stainless steel. This watch looks good at the office or at a power
lunch. The black leather band is textured for detail and stays
comfortable and secure with a traditional buckle clasp. This Bulova
timepiece has precision three-hand Japanese quartz movement. It is
presented in a black gift box and is water resistant to 99 feet (30
meters).
