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6 TIPS ON HOW TO CHOOSE A WATCH



By Roberta Naas | Jun 9th, 2021



Whether it’s for birthdays, holidays, or just any special occasion, everyone
loves a good gift. And let’s face it, our loved ones are always asking what we
want, so why not be specific. What is the one thing we all want, and need, more
of? Time. And in a concrete manner, time comes in the form of a wristwatch. Here
we give some tips as to how to choose the right watch.



Selecting the perfect watch for you or for others may seem a little daunting at
first. Thoughts and fears can run rampant: How much should I spend, should I get
a leather strap or a bracelet, should it be sporty or dressy? Here we try to
make the idea of how to choose a watch less terrifying and more empowering. By
following these six simple steps, you are on your way to enjoying time on the
wrist or to offering others a great gift of time – one that is timeless.




1. CONSIDER THE RECIPIENT FIRST.

Before you opt to buy a watch for yourself or for someone else, think carefully
about that person’s interests, hobbies, style or fashion direction, likes and
dislikes. Is the person a sports enthusiast, a business exec, a fashion maven or
a have-fun type of individual?  This should influence the type of watch you
choose for them.

Roberta’s Suggestions:

 * Sport watches – Breitling Navitimer and the Zenith Defy
 * For the fashionistas – Hermes Galop
 * For business ware – Patek Philippe Calatrava
 * For creatives and artistic folks – try a Hublot Orlinski watch
 * Minimalists – try watches from brands such as Nomos, Casio, or Citizen
   

Another determining factor is the climate they live in.  For those living in dry
climates, a cool bracelet works wonders, especially with today’s integrated
bracelets as found on the new  A. Lange & Sohne Odysseus sport watch. A great
leather strap, especially with a vintage padded look as in the Jaeger-LeCoultre
Polaris Chronograph,  works in most climates.


Hublot 322 with a rubber strap.


2.  SET A BUDGET.

Even though you know the likes and dislikes of the person you want to buy for,
you still have to think first of your own wallet. There are timepieces out there
for every budget, whether it is $100 or $100,000.  You may be the type who will
spring for a little more when you find just the right item, but having a preset
notion of what you want to spend is critical. There is no need to jump to higher
(or lower) retail prices.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre A Chronographe.

Roberta’s Suggestion: Keeping the budget under $500, consider a Seiko Prospex,
for example, where you get a lot of look and performance for your money. In the
$1000 to $3,000 range, you can’t go wrong with an Omega Speedmaster or with an
Oris watch.


 3. UNDERSTAND WATCH MOVEMENTS AND MATERIALS.

It is also important before you start shopping to understand the different types
of watch movements and materials because these are factors that will influence
prices, as well as styles. Watches with quartz movements (that require a
battery) are generally less expensive than mechanical watches with self-winding
or manual-winding functions.  Similarly, watches made of stainless steel are
often more affordable than lighter-weight titanium or carbon fiber and than the
more noble metals. Do a little of your own research that will help arm you.  


IWC IW3706 in stainless steel. 


4. CONSIDER STYLES AND FEATURES.

Earlier we suggested that you think about the recipient of the watch. That is
because this is the single most important part of buying a watch. For example,
if you are buying for a pragmatist who isn’t into gadgets and functions, a nice
three-hand watch with easy-to-read dial may be the way to go. Style wise, if he
or she is a fashion hound, consider watches with colorful dials or unusual case
shapes. Features are important, too. For instance, if you are buying for a
sports enthusiast, maybe a chronograph (that times intermediate events such as
swimming laps or running a sprint) may be the better option If the person is a
business exec or a world traveler, functions such as calendars, dual time zones,
or world timer indications could be valuable. 


Tag Heuer Monaco.


5. CONSIDER THE BRAND NAME.

The concept of brands is a bit more complex. But before you read further,
understand this: you do not have to buy a specific watch brand. However, being
aware of the better brands – across all prices points – is helpful. Do a little
research online before making your purchase. If you are buying in an affordable
price range, bigger brands that are more well known may have a stronger cache.
When you get to the more expensive watches, personal taste comes into play, as
well.  Some people are very brand conscious and lust for a big name brand, while
others want to tread off the beaten path and look for a lesser known brand that
can deliver a lot of bang for the buck and also keep others wondering, “What is
that watch on your wrist?” Again, some of this decision-making harkens back to
knowing who you are buying for and what your budget it. 

Rolex Submariner in yellow gold.


6. RELAX AND ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE. REMEMBER, RETURNS ARE ALWAYS AN OPTION.

Watch shopping does not have to be scary and you don’t have to go it alone.
Stepping into an authorized retailer, or even shopping on line for new or
pre-owned watches, can be exhilarating. Consider it a learning experience and
don’t be afraid to ask questions. Generally the sales staff and the on-line
concierges are happy to help and offer a little direction. But best of all, if
you followed steps 1 and 2 above, you can outline this from the start to keep
the shopping experience in check.  Also, as long as you are buying from a
reputable source, remember that a return is always an option. If the person
you’re gifting the watch to really doesn’t like it, a return or an exchange is
usually just minutes away.

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Roberta Naas


Roberta Naas is a veteran watch and jewelry journalist and author, and is the
founder of the authoritative watch blog, www.ATimelyPerspective.com.

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