Luxury Watches
Tired of boring luxury watches that all look the same? Looking to inject some playfulness and adventure into your style? Check out IWC’s Big Pilot Watch, which is classy and modern while also hearkening back to great men’s fashions of the mid-20th century. Everything about these watches is BIG: big clock face, big winding knob, big clock hands. They make a bold statement and are a lot of fun to wear with stylistic references to an airplane cockpit.
But these watches are also have all the quality craftsmanship and durability of subtler luxury watches. The watch also includes a 7-day power reserve, automatic Pellaton winding system,a Breguet spring, and smooth leather band. It weighs in at a hefty 122 g and has a wide face covered in cool blue sapphire glass that measures an audacious 4.6cm . The display includes the date and is housed in a soft-iron case to protect against magnetic fields. And as you might suspect, the watch is also resistant to changes in air pressure.
The Mark 11 that originally inspired the the current pilot’s watch went on to become one of the most famous watches in its day. Here’s to the return of the pilot’s watch!
Some of you may be thinking that this is just a silly question, that God, being omniscient and omnipotent, not only knows the time if He were asked, but is in fact, outside of time. The only way that He could be omniscient is indeed if He were outside of this petty human concept that we identify as time and which we break down into three distinct shapes that accord to our own perspective: past, present and future.
But enough of this metaphysical discourse. If God wore a watch, I think he would have to wear something to complement his long flowing robes. And his hair. It would also have to be of the best materials, so sorry silver, but you’re out. God would only wear platinum or gold, and God with a gold watch would look a little cheesy, doncha think?
Okay, would it be water resistant? Of course! It’s God’s watch! You think it’s going to break if He wants to go for a swim? I think it would be a relatively simple watch, because God favors simplicity, doesn’t he? Maybe just the date and day of the week. And some diamonds. Come on, it’s God, he’s not going to skimp on the diamonds. God, if you’re reading this, can you give us a hint?
No one likes skin and bones, unless it’s the skin and bones of your watch, that is. It’s actually really cool to watch your watch work – all the cogs and wheels turning really gives you a sense of the craftsmanship involved in the making of your timepiece. Some skeleton watches are front and back, some are back only, some are luxury, some are everyday wear, some are sporty, and some are casual.
In deciding what kind of watch you want, it depends on what your daily needs are. Then take into account extraordinary activity like how often you encounter water, and how often you want to wear your watch. You don’t have to spend a ton of money on your watch to enjoy it either. Many skeleton watches today can be had for around $100.
These watches are attractive because they are different, and are fascinating to watch. Be careful, though! You don’t want to be caught staring at the beauty of your watch’s mechanisms all the time because people may think that you can’t wait for an event to end and take it as a sign of rudeness. Or they may ask to see your watch.
A lot of people think diamonds are best reserved for special occasions, but this simply isn’t true. Yes, certain ornate pieces of jewelry and watches — the kind that compete with the chandelier for attention — are probably most appropriate for holidays and celebrations, but not all diamond pieces are this showy. Womens diamond watches, for example, are often demure enough for everyday use.
The appropriateness of your diamond watch really depends on three things: size, quantity, and color. Watches with large diamonds are usually on the more formal side, so you can keep things casual with gems of a smaller size. Similarly, a watch covered in diamonds is bound to attract attention, while small amounts of diamonds embedded along the strap, bezel, or face — note the “or” — are safe, subtle choices.
Color, too, is very important; white diamonds are more likely to stand out on yellow or rose gold, and virtually any pattern of colored diamonds (with the exception of black) is going to elevate your timepiece from your daughter’s piano recital to an evening at Carnegie Hall, whether you want it to or not.
After I got my tax refund last week, I wanted to get myself something special. I’ve been eyeing this Cartier Santos 100 for a long time now, and finally decided to treat myself.
You might be thinking, out of all the watches you could get, why that one?
The Cartier Santos is constructed with incredible craftsmanship and watch know-how of Cartier watchmakers, so the unbeatable quality was a huge selling point for me. The flat watch has a square but rounded face, that isn’t too slim or too thick. It’s comfortable to wear and goes great with formal or casual styles. That was crucial for me.
Although I wanted a luxury watch, I didn’t want anything too crazy or gaudy.
The brown leather band paired with the gold watch face puts a unique and modern spin on the classic stainless steel combinations you get with most watches. It’s easy to wear and see even in the dimmest lit-rooms. Another thing I like is that the watch is incredibly durable. Although it’s not built on a sports chronograph, you can wear in the most rugged conditions.
Once you buy a Cartier Santos, you really won’t need another watch for daily wear, it can go with jeans and a T-shirt or your best suit.
Manufacturing only the best timepieces since 1839, Swiss watchmaster Patek Philippe knows a thing or two about fine watches.
Patek Philippe is the only manufacturer that crafts its watches to the stringent specifications of the Geneva Seal. These exquisitely constructed watches are made with the latest technologies and the old world know-how that only comes from generations of experience.
So when Patel Philippe introduces a new collection, we have it on our radar.
For ladies who are admire the casually elegant style of the classic men’s Nautilus watch, Patek Philippe has come out with a women’s Nautilus Collection. This latest interpretation of the feminine Nautilus watch comes in stunning white or rose gold, with a diamond set bezel and a charcoal or silvery white dial. This watch is perfect for the go-getter who admires classic structure and without compromising her femininity.
For men, the Calatrava Ref 5153J is a very rare officier’s-style case made with superior Patek Philippe craftsmanship. This new style features a rounded bezel, a sapphire-crystal back protected by a hinged dust cover, a unique turban style winding crown, set with a brown alligator leather band. This watch is the perfect balance of refinement and casual comfort. If you’re looking for a chic, sophisticated watch that still has a laid-back air to it, this is the perfect watch for you.
When it comes to fine watches, it doesn’t get any finer than Chanel. Like the brand’s clothing, handbags, and other products, Chanel timepieces exemplify a certain cool aesthetic — sleek, refined, minimalist.
All of these qualities are present in Chanel’s J12 watches, available in masculine chronographs, feminine quartz models, and gender-neutral automatics. Designed in various manifestations of pristine white and impenetrable black, these timepieces are also marked by their distinct circular cases, a friendly nod to Swiss design.
And of course, since we’re talking Chanel, even the high-end, diamond encrusted models manage to look tasteful and restrained. These luxury timepieces feature twin rings of either classic white or exotic black diamonds set into the bezel.
For a more dynamic twist on classic Chanel style, we recommend the Superleggera Ceramic Chornograph for men, featuring a uniquely shaded black ceramic case coated in tungsten-carbide. The bracelet is based in this same black, though lightened with an elegant stripe of aluminum ceramic. Finally, a silver dial and silver subdials complete the look as a middle-ground between Chanel’s typical black and white polarities.
The thing that a lot of people don’t like about paying for insurance, is that it can sometimes be expensive, depending on the size of the box, weight of the item, and how much you insure it for. However, insuring an item (any item) ensures YOU of two things. First off, if the item gets lost somehow, and you have proof (receipt) of the item, in this case a watch, you can show it to them and they will reimburse you the full amount. It’s still going to be a pain in the butt to replace the item, but replacing it is much better than not getting anything back in return!
Second off, when you insure an item they will most likely give you a tracking or confirmation number. And the person will usually have to sign for the package as well – I believe the sign-age is optional though. Honestly, I think everyone should appreciate the benefits of the tracking/confirmation number and the sign option. This is going to truly allow you to see that A) the package or item got to the person and that B) they, the intended person, got the package.
I have had about three mishaps where I did NOT get insurance on a package and it somehow got lost and I lost everything and never got anything in return! Pay the few extra dollars and save yourself some major heart ache, money and time! This can be especially important if you are sending a relative or a friend a watch and it’s a little on the expensive side. I would think you would WANT to be protected!
Everyone knows watches allow their wearers to keep time, but what else have they got to offer? Let’s take a look.
One reason people wear watches is that, frankly, people have been wearing watches for centuries—why stop now? Some of the earliest timepieces were 16th century pocket watches, which were mostly functional but involved a level of fashion as well. Back then, if you had a pocket watch you would wear it on your buttonhole or waistcoat to flaunt your status, a style some men employ even today.
Second, a watch shows off its owner’s personality and style, be it sporty, funky, classic, elegant, rugged, or perhaps a combination of these. With so many different colors, sizes, brands, and makes, in addition to “build a watch” services, there’s really no limit to your customization. A lot of people like to mix diamond and gold cases with rubber straps, for example, to combine both edgy and timeless elements.
There’s certainly a watch out there for everyone. Into name brands? Try a Rolex. Sick of remembering which is the little hand? Go digital. Keep browsing and you’re sure to find the perfect timepiece!
While most watch buyers won’t come out and admit it, many people actually buy fakes on purpose. Fakes allow you to wear something that looks like the watch you want for a fraction of the cost. Of course, the authenticity, quality, craftsmanship, and in some cases even the design are generally as decreased as the price.
I can understand why this option might appeal to certain watch shoppers, but I’ve never wanted to buy a fake. I take quality and craftsmanship very seriously when buying a watch. If one watch costs $500 with a $50 fake available, that price difference is obviously there for a reason. Which watch do you think is going to last longer? Money money is on the real one, because it’s made from quality pieces.
But regardless of what they want to buy, many people don’t know how to tell a fake watch from the real thing. Or in this case, the real Rolex.
If you buy a watch online, the website is supposed to tell you whether its products are real or fake, but even if you find this information, you also have to make sure you can trust that what you’re reading is the truth. You can also look on the website’s “About Us” page for general product info, in addition to checking the watch’s description for a Certificate of Authentication—if it doesn’t have one, it’s probably a fake.
Another way to spot a fake is by comparing images on the store’s website to the ones on Rolex.com. If the colors or materials don’t exactly match, then you’re looking at a fake.
If you’re buying a watch in person, you can sometimes also tell by weighing it in your hand, since the quality materials in real watches are generally heavier than their cheaper counterparts.
Next time you’re shopping for watches, keep a couple of these tips in mind. When you’re shelling out the big bucks, you want to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth.
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