Nice wristwatch. Choosing men's wristwatches

A man of any age can afford to buy a men's watch from a popular brand. After all, as you know, watches determine the status of the stronger sex and are the main attribute of a business and successful man. Currently, there is a huge abundance of wrist models: classic, strict, complex, sports, designer, luxury jewelry, chronometers, underwater, mechanical, etc.

How to choose a men's watch

When purchasing wrist products, you should pay attention to several criteria that are very important when choosing an accessory.

How to care for a men's watch

Do not forget that watches require additional care. The longer a man wears them, the more attached he becomes to them. If not properly maintained, your watch mechanism may fail or become unusable altogether.

In order to extend the service life, you must adhere to the following rules:

1. Do not subject the product to shock;
2. Do not leave near equipment that is a source of magnetic radiation;
3. Do not change the battery yourself. Use the service. If for some reason you no longer want to wear your watch, it is better to remove the battery, but not yourself. If the battery leaks, the mechanism may be damaged;
4. Do not wear the watch in places where there is high temperature and high humidity (bathhouse, sauna). Water getting into the mechanism will lead to clouding of the glass and malfunction of the accessory;
5. Remove the accessory before going to bed;
6. Wind your manual watch daily;
7. Once every three to four years you should show your watch to a specialist in a workshop. He will check the accessory for strength and clean the parts from dust.

Price policy

When going to the store, probably everyone has encountered such a feeling as bewilderment at the sight of prices. Models that are similar to each other differ significantly in price. With what it can be connected? First of all, you pay for the brand, image, advertising, brand, prestige and history, and not for the quality of the product. Expensive does not mean high quality, and a high-quality item can be completely inexpensive. You can purchase high quality original brand watches at a reasonable price. The so-called budget models are represented by the most popular brands from well-known manufacturers of Swiss, Japanese, Italian, Korean, French, American companies: Breda USA, Braun, Apella, Aplessi, Candino, Daniel Wellington, Fossil, Adriatica, Haas, Garmin, Mondaine, Romanson , Sector, ODM, Timex.

The brands of expensive and prestigious accessories are the following: Claude Bernard, Tissot, Kolber, Longiness, Rado, Baume @ Mercier, Hamilton.

Fans of very expensive brands should pay attention to global companies: Epos, Maurice Lacroix, Tag Heuer, Frederigue Constant, Seiko.
The leaders in sales of exclusive watches are: Rolex, Vacheron Constantin, Patek Philippe, Cartier.

Rating of the best men's watches in 2018

In the ranking of the best wristwatches for men, one of the first places is occupied by the Casio brand. The Japanese brand Casio is the most famous company producing high quality watches. Casio offers a huge selection of durable, modern accessories to suit every color and taste. Prices range from modest to amazing, as, indeed, in any company that has proven itself to be the best. Inexpensive Casio G-Shock watches, made of high-strength material, are very popular. Strong and powerful waterproof glass reliably protects the dial and mechanism from shock. Casio products are very multifunctional. Thermometer, world time, calendar, stopwatch, digital compass, bright backlight, shockproof case are the main components of the mechanism. The strap is made of soft leather, does not cause allergies and does not rub the skin of the wrist. Casio G-Shock is a great choice for the active man.

Swiss Military Hanowa. One of the best watch options with a relatively inexpensive price. Approximate cost 18,000-26,000 rubles. Thanks to the tachymeter function, you can accurately calculate the distance traveled down to a fraction of a second. The glass uses sapphire, which is scratch and impact resistant. With models of this brand, you can dive into water and not be afraid of damaging the quartz movement and stainless steel case. The products are equipped with illuminated hands, a chronograph, a stopwatch, and a date display. Swiss Mititary Hanowa is an excellent choice for climbers, athletes and scuba divers. The strap fits tightly to the wrist without causing irritation or allergies. The rating of these watches is growing every day.

Swiss Atlantic men's accessories with a car winding function will undoubtedly delight a successful and self-confident man. Representatives of the stronger sex prefer this brand more and more often, despite the expensive cost, approximately 70,000 rubles. The body of the product is made of stainless steel. The glass is very durable with anti-reflective coating. The sapphire dial and leather strap fit beautifully on a man's wrist.

Orient. Quality, stylish appearance and affordable price - all this is inherent in the company, which occupies one of the leading positions in the Japanese industry. Orient produces all kinds of models with a variety of features. This elegant wristwatch is made of stainless steel and durable mineral glass. The quality based on Swiss technology and the design of the accessories are recognized as a masterpiece by outstanding manufacturers. According to reviews from fans of the brand, Orient has no flaws, the mechanism is reliable and accurate. The case is made of various materials: gold, brass, ceramics, non-ferrous metal alloys. Products can be purchased for a fairly small amount, which is one of the advantages of the accessory. Orient is a symbol of a real man. The cost of goods is from 2,000 to 70,000 rubles.

Products from the Romanson company will satisfy the most capricious man. Swiss components are used in the manufacture of South Korean mechanical accessories. Japanese parts are used to operate quartz watches. Thanks to this mix, the company launches mechanisms on the market at affordable prices. Romanson brand models are of high quality and hold a strong position in the global market. Every year the company presents new exclusive models: a limited edition of Marigold gold products, a collection of ultra-thin watches with a precious Eleve mechanism, and classic Phil models.

Have you decided to buy a wristwatch? In this article, we will help you understand the various functions, mechanisms, crystals, water resistance and other parameters of a wristwatch. All you have to do is decide which brand of wristwatch you like best.

It should be noted that the wristwatch on the hand must correspond to the time and place. Despite the fact that some models are universal, a gradation should be made between models for active leisure and wristwatches for social entertainment. Most companies have a wide range of models, among which you can choose a watch for any situation.

Among the huge range of Swiss watches, however, there are certain patterns. Men's wristwatches, as a rule, are distinguished by strict elegance. In contrast, women's wristwatches often serve as decoration. Genuine wristwatches can be anything – they are always reliable!

Quartz or mechanical? That is the question!

Undoubtedly, every person, when choosing a watch, has ever wondered which mechanism is better and more durable - quartz or mechanical? After all, the mechanism is the first thing you need to pay special attention to when choosing a watch. The mechanism is the heart of the watch, in which all elements must work harmoniously, with the most minimal errors.

What is the main difference between quartz and mechanics?

The main difference between a quartz watch and a mechanical one is that it is used as an energy source to power the clock mechanism.

IN quartz watch The energy source is a battery that powers the electronic unit of a quartz watch and a stepper motor. The electronic unit sends a signal to the engine once per second, which in turn turns the arrows. The quartz crystal ensures very high stability of the frequency of the generated pulses and, therefore, high accuracy; in addition, the battery is designed for several years of operation, so there is no need to rewind the quartz watch.

IN mechanical watch a spiral spring is used, located in a drum with a serrated edge. When winding the watch, the spring is twisted, and when unwinding, the spring sets the drum in motion, the rotation of which sets the entire watch mechanism in motion.

Which watch is more accurate?

For mechanical watches, the accuracy of movement depends on many factors, such as ambient temperature, position of the watch, wear of parts, and adjustments. In quartz watches everything is simpler: the frequency of the pulses generated by the quartz oscillator is almost constant. And the engine and arrows are just an additional device; their job is to rotate on command.

Therefore, for mechanical watches, it is considered normal to deviate from the exact time by 15-30 seconds per day, and the best result is 4-5 seconds per day. And if for a mechanical watch a deviation of +-20 seconds per day is considered a good result, of which +-5 seconds is almost the maximum, then the bulk of quartz watches provide an accuracy of about +-20 seconds per month, and the best - up to +-5 seconds per month. year.

Even cheap quartz watches are more accurate than a mechanical chronometer. But at the same time, mechanical watches are considered many times higher in status and have an advantage in image.

Water protection

It is necessary to distinguish between waterproof and waterproof watches, because... Most water resistant watches can withstand small amounts of water for a short period of time. Washing your hands or being in the rain will not harm your waterproof watch, but showering, especially with gel, or staying under water for long periods of time will allow moisture to enter the case and damage the movement.

Unfortunately, very often people, seeing the inscription “water resistant”, boldly jump into the water for a swim, and then not very pleasant consequences await them. The problem is that some people don't fully know what the number next to the waterproof sign means.

The indicated water resistance meters correspond to a certain amount of pressure that the watch can withstand. Pressure is expressed in atmospheres, one atmosphere is equal to the pressure of a water column of 10 meters, but this does not mean at all that the watch can be immersed in water to a depth of 10 or 30 meters.

Class	Designation on the body or dial	Spray, rain	Swimming, washing cars	Swimming with a tube, diving	Diving scuba diving
I	Water resist	+	-	-	-
II	3 atm (30 m)	+	-	-	-
III	5 atm (50 m)	+	? *	-	-
IV	10 atm (100 m)	+	+	+	-
V	200-300 m	+	+	+	+

The degree of sealing of the watch

Sealed watch 3ATM (30 m.) - 5 ATM (50 m.)

If the watch is marked “Water Resistant” or “Water Resistant 30m” or 5 ATM (50 m), the watch is designed and manufactured to withstand pressure up to 3-5 ATM (minimum degree of water resistance), in order to easily endure accidental and minor contact with liquids (rain, splashes) but are not intended for swimming or submersion or showering.

So, if a watch is marked “Water Resistant 50m”, then this means that the watch is designed and manufactured to withstand pressure up to 5 atm. Such a watch must withstand the penetration of sweat, rain, drops of water when washing hands, and also withstand short-term (accidental) immersion in water.

The watch is sealed 10 ATM (100 m.)

If a watch is marked “Water Resistant 100m”, the watch is designed and manufactured to withstand a pressure of 10 atm. These watches are suitable for water sports, but they are not designed for scuba diving. After being in sea water, the watch should be washed in fresh water and dried. Do not operate the winding mechanism in water.

Sealed watch 20-30 ATM (200-300 m.)

Watches marked “Water Resistant 200m” or higher can be used for scuba diving, but for no more than 2 (two) hours.

Pressure expressed in atmospheres (1 atm - 20 atm) should not be considered as equivalent to the depth of immersion in water. When diving, movements made at a constant depth increase the pressure on the watch.

About glass in watchmaking

An extremely important part of a watch is the glass. It protects your watch from dust getting into the mechanism. Even a speck of dust invisible to the eye can damage a watch. The watch glass also protects the dial from minor mechanical impacts. Through the glass, we look at the dial. How clearly it is visible also depends on the glass. For clearer visibility, watches, often sports watches, use an anti-reflective coating. The price of a watch also depends on the hardness and quality of the glass used in watchmaking.

Today, as a rule, there are 3 main types of glass used in the watch industry:

• Plastic (hesalite)
• Mineral glass (artificial crystal)
• Sapphire glass (synthetic or artificial sapphire)

Mineral glass (artificial crystal or silicate glass)

Relatively inexpensive, but harder glass than plastic. Less scratch resistant, but more durable. The advantages of mineral glass are that it can withstand greater loads than sapphire glass. And if, in the event of damage to sapphire crystal from its maximum permissible load, the glass breaks into pieces like tempered glass and can damage the hands or dial, then mineral glass under the same load, at best, will remain intact, at worst, it will crack. Mineral glass is used throughout the watch industry (90%), which is why it is often referred to as “regular glass”. This glass, despite its strength, is easy to break, but also inexpensive to replace, since all sizes are produced in large quantities.

Sapphire crystal

Sapphire is one of the hardest and most expensive substances on earth. It is numbered 9 on the Mohs scale, which is used to measure the relative hardness of various materials. (Diamond is number 10, the hardest possible.) Sapphire is a hard, transparent material formed from crystallized aluminum oxide under high pressure and temperature. Due to this, sapphire has a distinctive feature compared to other types of glass - strength and transparency. Your watch may already be scuffed and scratched, but the glass is still like new.

However, sapphire crystal can still be scratched, but only by something stronger than sapphire, such as diamond or synthetic materials containing silicon carbide and occupying an intermediate position between sapphire and diamond on the Mohs scale.

A number of companies (for example, Seiko) use combined glass, consisting of two layers: one thick layer of mineral glass and a thin layer of sapphire on top.

It is impossible to visually distinguish sapphire crystal. Mineral and sapphire crystals look almost the same.

Plastic (hesalite or organic glass)

This glass is used, with some exceptions, in inexpensive watches, as it is the cheapest material. This glass holds up well to impacts. It is easy to make in almost any shape to fit any watch, making this glass affordable. Plastic glass has a fibrous structure and is difficult to break, which is why it is often used in sports watches.

All about the Swiss Made inscription

Inscription "Swiss Made" literally means "Made in Switzerland". If you see such an inscription on a watch, you, of course, are imbued with considerable respect for this watch, associating its origin with the glorious traditions of Swiss watchmaking.

The Swiss think the same way. They are so proud of Swiss watches, one of the symbols of Switzerland, that they protect them at the legislative level. A whole set of laws has been developed to protect Swiss quality. And the quality of Swiss watches just needs protection, paradoxically, due to its impeccability. Swiss watches are known as the best all over the world, and therefore they have been plagued by counterfeits all over the world almost since the beginning of the glorious history of Swiss watchmaking. It is to support conscientious manufacturers that the famous label began to be used "Swiss Made" and similar phrases (Swiss movement, Swiss quarz, Suisse and others).

In Switzerland, several agencies are involved in the protection of these marks of origin, the main one being The Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry, which has issued a list of parameters for compliance with Swiss quality (Verordnung Swiss Made). Their illegal use is punishable by huge fines and confiscation of products.

In order to fully bear the Swiss Made mark, a watch must:

• Have a Swiss movement
• Be collected within Switzerland
• Pass the final quality check in Switzerland

Today, only about a hundred watch companies can mark their products with the Swiss Made inscription, since their products fully comply with the listed requirements.

Swiss Made markings may be present on the dial, watch case or bracelet, and may be translated into other languages, but in any case they must correspond to the information contained in the certificate that must be included with the branded watch.

We offer you a list of questions that will help you make a decision on choosing a watch:

• Do you prefer mechanical watches or is quartz more suitable for your case due to its reliability and convenience?
• Do you have one watch and wear it every day?
• Do you prefer a strap or a bracelet?
• Do you prefer Roman numerals on your dial or Arabic ones?
• What watch shape do you like? Circle, square or modern “barrel”?
• Does the color combination match your clothes?
• Would you like something brighter, more modern or a more classic design?
• Is this brand known in your circle?
• Is the set of functions approximately as desired?
• Do you like the design?
• Is the watch the right weight and size?
• Do they fit comfortably on your hand?
• Is the clasp comfortable?

We tried to highlight the main points in buying a watch that are usually of interest to our customers. We hope that the book will help you in your choice.

1. How to choose a watch?
2. About Swiss quality. Swiss Made
3. Quartz or mechanical?
4. The mechanism is the heart of your watch
5. Waterproof. 8 threats to watch sealing
6. Types of glass
7. Dial and hands
8. Housing material
9. Bracelet/belt material
10. Rules for using watches
11. Warranty service
12. Dictionary of hours
13. Buy genuine!

Wrist watch. For some it is a stylish accessory, for others it is a tool that determines the time, while others do not take them seriously at all and prefer to find out “what time it is” by looking at the screen of their mobile phone. No matter how you feel about a wristwatch, at least once you have definitely paid attention to the wrist of a neighbor, friend, girlfriend or work colleague. It is obvious that any thing with an attractive design and technical execution attracts the eye. So a wristwatch is exactly the same indicator of status, well-being and sense of taste, like a bag, shoes or a technological gadget. Some fashionistas even choose clothes to match their watches, and not vice versa. So let's take a look at the popular brands that today deservedly bask in the rays of fame and people's love! Judging by demand and sales volume, in Russia the most popular and famous watch brands- these are Japanese Casio, Orient, Seiko And Citizen.
Swiss watch brands are also well known to domestic buyers. Maurice Lacroix, Swiss Military Hanowa, Candino And Cover.
Fashion manufacturers do not sleep and quickly respond to changing fashion trends, presenting more and more new collections. Guess, Anne Klein, Morgan, Fossil, Michael Kors... Every self-respecting fashionista will definitely find a couple of watches from cult brands in her “watch wardrobe.”
You may ask why these brands are especially popular? The principle of popularity of certain brands is based on the consumer needs of men and women. The fact is that men buy wristwatches much more often than women, even despite the fact that the fair sex usually chooses this accessory for a specific look. Women see watches as jewelry and buy elegant watches with crystals or precious stones. And men strive to find a tool-watch: technologically advanced, equipped with various additional options - and buy multifunctional watches.
Let's look at specific examples. Casio– an excellent watch for an active lifestyle. Models from the famous Casio G-Shock and Baby-G collections are in particular demand - these are real computers on your wrist! Find a model that fits the shape, color and size "shocks" everyone can. Some Casio watches have an aggressive design, while others are quite conservative, if not retro. In addition, there are several color options for one model: from classic white/black to a rich mix of all the colors of the rainbow.
Seiko And Orient suitable for everyday wear. Orient is famous for its entire collections of affordable mechanical models. In terms of price/quality ratio, Orient simply has no competitors in this segment. Seikos have a higher value due to their rich “cosmic” history and are valued mainly among connoisseurs.

Maurice Lacroix– this is classic Switzerland, traditional quality, innovative technology and progressive design. Men often add watches from the Masterpiece collection to their collection of good accessories. By the way, Maurice Lacroix received the prestigious Red Dot Design Award for the model with a square seconds wheel.
Young people, in their desire to stand out, usually give preference to brands Guess, DKNY, Michael Kors, Diesel, Fossil, Jacques Lemans. Here are watches with a fresh, bright design that will appeal to the young and fashionable.
What will you choose? Bold Guess, glamorous MichaelKors or vintage Fossil? These brands of wristwatches came into the world of time from the world of fashion. Having received recognition on the fashion catwalk, today they dictate fashion in the watch fashion industry. They know better than anyone what it means to be “in trend.”

Shall we increase the degree of prestige? Let's move on to a more expensive segment. Here the leaders are Swiss brands with a rich history. There are brands that are not in such great demand as Casio or Orient, but they are the ones people talk about most often! Elite expensive watches that everyone dreams of owning. Breguet, Rolex, Patek Philippe are leaders in the discussion rating (mentions in the media and on various forums). When you say the words: “I have a prestigious watch brand,” then it immediately becomes clear to everyone what brands we are talking about - this is status, belonging to a certain social level. Popular brands of Swiss watches, like brands of expensive cars, are becoming desirable for people of all ages. Romain Jerome watch,

The most popular men's watches of 2014

Finding a good watch can be very difficult, especially if you are looking for a good watch and are on a fairly tight budget. There are thousands of watches for men from hundreds of watch brands. Some luxury brands are prohibitively expensive. However, if you look carefully, you can find quality men's wristwatches that are affordable.

If you find that it is difficult for you to choose the best watch for you, then you should start your choice by identifying the brand. If you identify brands that offer quality men's watches at a relatively modest price, then you will be able to more effectively choose the right watch that suits your needs, style, and more importantly falls within your budget.

Below are the most popular watch brands that produce the most popular men's watches, while maintaining a balance of affordability and quality, that is, the golden rule of price-quality. Therefore, expensive premium watches Omega, Rolex and others are deliberately excluded from the list.

10. Victorinox. Known for producing multi-purpose military knives, Victorinox has also started producing some of the best men's wristwatches at a reasonable price. Having developed an innovative quartz movement, they continue to improve the watch. Victorinox watches are the perfect combination of reliability and craftsmanship, making them one of the best watches for men.

The most popular Victorinox men's watch is the Victorinox Swiss Army Chrono Classic Gray Dial . The price of the watch is about $400.

9. TAG Heuer. They are a typical macho watch. One of the best watch brands, which celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2010. The first Carrera watches appeared in 1963, after which it introduced the world to some of the best chronographs and quartz watches such as Formula One, Aquaracer, Monaco and Grand Carrera. Known for its unusual designs, TAG Heuer has created excellent sports watches. Despite breakthrough innovative technologies and unique designs, TAG Heuer watches remain the most affordable.

The most popular TAG Heuer men's watch is the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Stainless Steel. The price of the watch is $1194.

8. Seiko. The brand is widely recognized for its fine craftsmanship and many innovative designs. This Japanese watch manufacturer has put a huge number of watches on the market. Seiko is the official timekeeper of many major sporting events, including the Olympic Games and World Cups. Precise timekeeping and inspired design, combined with an affordable price, make Seiko one of the best watch brands for men.

The most popular Seiko men's watch is the Seiko SNP007 Coutura Kinetic Perpetual. The price of the watch is $500.

7. Hamilton. A brand that produces watches exclusively for men. Their military style watches (many watches were produced during the Second World War) are made with impeccable workmanship, equipped with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and increased water resistance. Which makes them ideal for everyday and active wear.

The most popular Hamilton men's watch is the Hamilton HML-H69419363 Khaki Field Green Dial. The price of the watch is $270.

6. Tissot. This brand is famous for producing multifunctional watches. Tissot began its history in 1853 and since then has continued to produce some of the most advanced watches on earth. Tissot watches use advanced technology and have a luxurious appearance. However, the Tissot brand remains accessible by offering the best quality watches at an affordable price. They have a rich collection of universal ones for men and women.

The most popular men's watch from Tissot is Tissot T17152652 PRC 200. The price of the watch is $450.

5. Cartier. Has a huge range of high quality men's watches. Cartier offers well designed watches. Cartier watches contain a multi-time zone feature that is very useful for travelers. Cartier also offers a lifetime warranty on battery replacements.

The most popular Cartier men's watch is the Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Midsize. The estimated price of the watch is about $4000.

4. Bulova. Bulova is one of the best watch brands for men. Their watches are known for their precision craftsmanship. The watch is equipped with a sapphire crystal and a Swiss automatic movement. The watch has a modest price, but at the same time looks like a premium watch. Bulova uses many components made in Switzerland, but the watch itself is assembled in the USA. Bulova is currently owned by the Japanese watch manufacturer Citizen, but has a reputation as an American watch brand. Bulova watches are probably the most accurate watches on Earth. Bulova claims to be a pioneer in producing mechanical watches with 10-second accuracy per year. This is much better than the 15 seconds per month that is acceptable for mechanical watches.

The most popular Bulova men's watch is the Bulova 96A108 Automatic Mechanical. The approximate price of the watch is $375.

3. Citizen. Citizen watches are known for their stunning designs. Every watch lover admires the amazing quality of Citizen watches. Citizen watches are equipped with unique features of satellite communication, a perpetual calendar, a 24-hour dial and the ability to recharge the watch from the sun. Featuring Eco Drive technology, the watch does not require battery replacement for many years. Citizen offers high performance wristwatches at a relatively low price. Some Citizen watches look quite simple, but they are perfect for the modern man.

The most popular Citizen men's watch is the Citizen BM8180-03E “Eco-Drive”. The price of the watch is $145.

2. Timex. Timex revolutionized the watch industry with their smart watches. They have a whole collection of high-tech watches for men. Timex watches feature cutting-edge design, good durability and build quality. Timex sports watches feature highly durable designs, multisport functionality and top-notch performance. Whether you want to climb to the top of the Himalayas or descend to sea level, there's a Timex model for every situation.

The most popular Timex men's watch is the Timex Ironman Triathlon 42 Lap Ana-Digi. The price of the watch is $500.

1. Casio G-Shock. Casio is the industry leader when it comes to ultra-modern and high-tech watches. Casio offers a huge collection of stylish and powerful watches. Casio watches are designed to withstand daily wear and tear. Its shock-resistant G-Shock technology makes Casio watches look tough and versatile. Casio watches are equipped with atomic timekeeping, contain sunset and sunrise data, a countdown timer, and the time of 48 cities around the world. The watch is also equipped with a luminous dial. The watch has a self-charging mechanism from the sun and a rechargeable battery. Solar power technology ensures that the watch will work perfectly and you will always have access to additional functions. Casio watches are made for everyone. Are you a scuba diver? Do you want a multifunctional watch that will help you plan your daily routine? Do you want a durable and tough sports watch? Looking for a watch exclusively for the city? Casio will offer watches for everyone. Casio watches are reasonably priced and come with unique features that you won't find in other watch brands in the same price range. And with such features, Casio is the number one brand in our list of the best watch brands for men.

The most popular Casio men's watch is the Casio G-Shock G100-1BV Classic Ana-Digi. The price of the watch is $100.

Swiss watches are the best in the world. Watch brands from Switzerland do not need to prove the quality of their products, which has already become an axiom. If the question arises - buy a Swiss or any other watch, the choice is obvious.

But choosing a brand and model from all the variety of brands is more difficult. You need to navigate the prestige rating of watches and the features of different manufacturers, know the differences between men's and women's models, and understand the principles of pricing among elite brands.

There is no single clear ranking of the best Swiss watch brands. Specialized magazines compile their ratings every year, but they are constantly changing and depend on the audience, new products on the watch market and even fashion trends.

Prices, popularity, mechanical improvements, brand history, production principles and other features influence the prestige of the brand, but do not completely determine it. It is impossible to clearly answer the question, which is better - a luxurious quartz bracelet watch with diamonds from Bvlgari or a laconic, elegant Vacheron Constantin with a hand-assembled caliber, if they have the same price? Or who is higher in the ranking - the young brand Maurice Lacroix with the best retrograde movements in the world or the well-known Longines brand, which has been around for two hundred years?

Classification of the best Swiss watches

This does not mean that Swiss brands cannot be classified. There is an approximate rating of watches by category, which you can use as a guide when choosing. The best, highest categories are premium, luxury and super-premium, also known as haute horlogerie or haute horlogerie. Within these categories, brands compete with each other.

Based on this classification, the best Swiss watches are produced by brands from the haute horlogerie category. There are relatively few of them. The undoubted leaders are Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin. Also in this category, according to many ratings, are Jaeger-LeCoultre, Blancpain, A.Lange&Sohne, and in many ratings the brands Breguet and Richard Mille fall into this category.

The luxury category includes no less high-quality, reliable and accurate watches from Swiss manufacturers - the famous Rolex, Omega, Chopard, Hublot, Cartier. Luxury watches are called Glashutte, Breitling, Zenith, IWC. It is impossible to say which brand is the best in this category. Rolex is the most popular brand and produces the most accurate watches. Breitling specializes in sports and professional models, while Cartier produces elegant, decorative watches with a distinctive style. Each brand has its own characteristics and its own audience, which considers it the best in a certain category.

Premium watches are an order of magnitude lower in cost and prestige than luxury and super-premium products. However, these are also reliable, stylish and status watches, one of the best in the world. These include the brands TAG Heuer, Maurice Lacroix, Longines.

How to choose the best watch

This classification is not an unambiguous rule, but a rather flexible system. Each brand has successful and unsuccessful models, watches with different functionality, design and cost. A certain model from a luxury brand may be better in certain characteristics than a watch that belongs to haute horlogerie. Watch companies are changing their principles, development directions, and philosophy. In addition, fashion trends in watchmaking change more slowly than in many other areas, but they still change. Therefore, brands can move from one category to another.

Thus, you need to choose the best Swiss watches for yourself not only on the basis of ratings. It is important to adequately assess status and financial capabilities, take into account lifestyle, and focus on tastes and needs in the functionality and design of watches.

Which watch is best for a man?

A man should have at least three pairs of watches: suit ones for special occasions, casual ones and sports ones. When choosing a new watch for a man, you must first take into account its purpose: models for evening outing, for sports and active recreation, and for every day vary significantly. Experts advise buying watches for different occasions from different brands, since most manufacturers have their own specialization. In addition, the wider the choice, the more opportunities to find the perfect model.

When buying a watch, pay attention to the materials. The main materials for men's models are gold, steel, and less commonly platinum and titanium. Some brands widely use innovative materials in men's collections - carbon, rubber, zirconium oxide and others.

Active and practical men choose steel models made from high-quality 904L alloy. Buyers with conservative tastes prefer white or rose gold. Yellow gold is used less frequently in men's collections and is more associated with women's watches, but some brands have decent masculine models made from this alloy. Platinum watches are the choice of the most demanding connoisseurs of watchmaking. Models made from new materials are suitable for those who like to experiment and value functionality over prestige.

When choosing a strap or bracelet, you need to take into account the man's lifestyle and the expected duration of wearing the watch. A metal bracelet is more durable, it is not afraid of moisture and mechanical damage. But the watch with bracelet is a little heavier. In addition, the length of the bracelet is not adjustable; if necessary, the master can reduce it. Watches with leather straps are more comfortable to wear and look more elegant. But they need to be handled carefully, as the leather suffers from moisture and can be scratched or torn.

Men primarily value functionality in watches, not design. They rarely consider quartz products and prefer more complex and prestigious mechanical models.

When choosing a watch, pay attention to the caliber features, additional functions, and improvements. A universal option is a model with a time display and a calendar without any bells and whistles. It is convenient to have a chronograph and a tachymeter scale in a sports watch, but only if these functions are really useful. If a man often goes on business trips or travels, it is advisable to choose a watch with dual time.

Models with complex improvements - such as a tourbillon or repeater - should only be purchased by true lovers and connoisseurs of watchmaking, for whom a watch is not so much a practical device or an element of prestige, but a work of art.

Although design is the last thing that is taken into account when choosing a men's watch, you also need to pay attention to it. The main dial colors for men are classic black or white. If you need variety, then many brands have options with other discreet colors - dark blue, gray, silver, brown dial.

The shape of the case, the design of the dial, the presence of decorative elements and other design features can be chosen based only on taste preferences. But when choosing a case size, you also need to consider the width of your wrist. For an average hand circumference - about 20 cm - a standard watch with a diameter of 40-42 mm is suitable. For men with thin wrists, it is better to choose small 38 mm models so that they look harmonious and do not emphasize this feature. And on large hands, massive watches with a case size of 44-46 mm look better. When choosing, remember that a wide bezel visually reduces the size of the watch.

In recent years, men have paid less and less attention to choosing the size according to the wrist. The only strict rule is that the arms of the body should not protrude beyond the limits of the hand.

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The most inexpensive Swiss watches

The most budget brand in the top categories of Swiss watches is Longines. This premium manufacturer has the most models in the price range of 1-2 thousand dollars. The next brand with relatively inexpensive watch collections is Omega from the same premium category, its prices start at 2-3 thousand dollars. At this price point, watches are made only from stainless steel and are rarely decorated with precious stones, with a few exceptions.

Relatively inexpensive Swiss watches can be purchased from the brands TAG Heuer, Tudor, Bvlgari. There are several affordable models under 5 thousand dollars in the professional collections of IWC and Breitling.

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Where to buy Swiss watches

You need to buy original Swiss watches in branded boutiques or official representative offices. It is most convenient to use large portals for the sale of watches, which contain information about different stores and sellers. In this case, you don’t have to independently choose options with good prices, convenient locations, a wide range and availability of the right models.

The portal site offers services for the sale of Swiss watches. The site presents the best brands and all available models with a convenient filter based on different characteristics. You choose the watch you like, and we take care of everything else and will even deliver your purchase anywhere within the CIS. You can also buy watches in our offices in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Where to sell Swiss watches

It is also more convenient to sell used Swiss watches through a large service, rather than in a pawnshop or purchase. Fill out the form on the website, indicate basic information about your watch, and we will contact you immediately. We guarantee a fair price and same day deal.