How do you choose a good watch? Do you consider the brand name and reputation? Or do you consider the traits a specific brand stands for? Perhaps you care more about craftmanship. Maybe the materials that went into making the timepiece are your biggest pull.
Still, you may have wondered: What makes Swiss watch brands so special?
How to Buy a Quality Watch
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Often, the choice comes down to special features that improve the wearer’s look, feel, and reputation. Wearing a watch can give the impression that you are punctual, dependable, and well-organized, for example.
So, what should you know before buying the best watches for your needs?
Here are just ten elements to consider.
1.They keep time
Watch out for the phrase “chronometer-certified” on the timepiece’s face. Specifically, look out for a Controle Officiel Suisse des Chronometers (COSC) mark on the dial.
It means the watch proved it could keep accurate time through various tests, such as varying temperature conditions.
Expect to pay a pretty penny for these types.
2.Great watches have a fitting movement
There are two types of watch movements you’ll likely have to decide between; mechanical or quartz.
If you’ve looked at a watch face before and noticed the second hand moving around in a smooth, sweeping motion, then you’ve seen a mechanical movement in action.
Or, you may be more familiar with the electronically-powered"tick-tock" motion.
The quartz movement tics away a second at a time. Quartz watches use tiny batteries to produce power.
Meanwhile, mechanical watches use the more traditional automatic movement to keep time.
While quartz watches tend to be incredibly accurate, mechanical ones that have the COSC certification tend to perform as well.
3.The best watches show the time.
While cheap watches struggle to show the time under the sun, top-quality timepieces have reflective coatings to reflect sun rays away so they can display the time—at any time.
4.Their value increase with time
Some watches are limited edition timepieces that many people want, but few ever get to have.
Or they may have traditional watch features that still work seamlessly. And that makes them more valuable the older they get.
5.A quality watch will come with sensible complications
Complications are the unique dials and specials features a watch will display. For example, a genuine Breitling watch will typically display a chronograph and date.
6.They replace screws with pins
Screws are not only classier. They last longer, too. Check if the watch you have in mind uses screws to hold its various sections together.
7.They use solid materials in the case and strap
High-quality watches do not have hollow straps and cases. They are also often heavier than cheap options for that reason.
8.The best watches come in special materials
You can buy a silver, gold or platinum watch. Or you can combine those materials, such as a gold case and leather straps.
9.High-quality watches have the right glass
From the most popular luxury watches to little-known gems, the best watches have sapphire glass. Unlike crystal or mineral glass, sapphire glass retains its clarity and a scratch-free surface for much longer.
10.Top watches have good proportions
This might come down to personal style.
Most watches’ faces come in between 34mm and 50mm. Rarely do the dimensions spiral past the 50mm mark.
But, picture this:
Watches with small faces are generally more feminine than masculine. Still,if you have big arms and wear a watch with a small face, it’ll promote a feminine look. That’s okay if you are a lady—not so much as a masculine man.
If you have small arms and decide to wear a large watch, you may strike people as a flashy personality.
Last but not least, buy quality watches in a high-quality watch store online or off.
And there you have them.
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