Men’s watches come in many brands, styles, and different price tags. You may be wondering which watch do I choose? How much do I spend?
To help you out, here are tips you can use when choosing watches for men.
Type of Watch
Do you need a watch for formal wear or a rugged one for when you are going for adventures?
There are different types of watches to fit various circumstances. There are dress, diver, field, racing, and aviator watches. A dress watch is best worn with formal outfits such as business suits and sharp casual. It is not advisable to wear, jeans and a t-shirt. It is thin, has a leather or metal band, and with no complications except for date or moon display.
A field watch is rugged with a canvas or leather band, titanium or stainless steel case, no complications, and easy to read numbers. They are great for adventure, business casual, and casual wear Such bands like Horus rubber straps for Panerai watches or Omega watches bring elegance and uniqueness.
A dive watch is water-resistant, with a metal band and no complications. It is best suited for casual wear, sportswear, and business wear.
A pilot (aviator) watch is for pilots. It has a leather band that is easy to read, has a date, and may have a chronograph. It is suitable for casual wear and not formal wear.
Choose a watch that is suitable for the occasion.
Movement
Do you prefer a mechanical, quartz or battery watch? Mechanical watches are the most expensive and are usually luxurious. They have an intricate design, are handcrafted, and a mainspring powers them.
Quartz watches have a simple design; they are slightly expensive. They are powered by battery and quartz crystals.
Battery watches are the cheapest, and they run using the power of a battery.
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Features/Complications You Need
Do you need a chronograph? Watches have varying complications or features. Complications include chronograph, dates, moon phases, alarms, and calendars.
Also, complications are a matter of personal preference. For instance, a watch that combines a tachymeter with a chronograph can calculate the distance traveled, fuel consumption, and speed.
A watch for formal occasions should have one or no complications while a sporty watch can have more.
Measurements
Now that you know the type of watch you need, then it is time to take the measurements.
A good watch is one that fits you. Not too tight and neither too loose. Choose a watch that is proportional to your wrist. If you are heavily built with a large wrist, choose a larger watch. If your wrist is small, then go for a smaller one.
If your wrist has a circumference of 6 to 7 inches, choose a watch with a case diameter of 38-42mm. If your wrist measures more than 7 inches, then select a 44-46mm wide one.
The easiest way to know if a watch fits you is to try it on.
Budget
You can find a watch of $10 and another at $8,000. You may ask how much do I spend?
It will depend on the type of watch you want. A luxury watch can cost you thousands of dollars, but you can also find great watches at less than $200.
There are cheaper watches that are of good quality. Choose a watch that suits your budget and needs.