From smartwatches and wristwatches to affordable, family heirloom-worthy icons, these are the best watches you can buy right now.
A beautiful watch can be one of the most rewarding purchases you can make. Of course, it can also require a lot of money, but the work is worth it.
The right watch is something you (and maybe your kids) can enjoy on a daily basis, not to mention a fashion statement. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of the best men’s watches to choose from right now.
Features of the best luxury watches for men
Style
Regardless of subtlety and stature, before you buy, evaluate your personal appearance to see if you want something dressy or casual, classic or modern.
If possible, try on a friend’s watch to better understand the different sizes, materials and styles (diving, chronograph, sport, dress, etc.).
Movement
The timekeeping function of the watch, known as a movement, comes in one of three forms: mechanical, automatic or quartz.
Mechanical watches are old and require owners to wind them by hand every day or two. With automatic watches, this movement is produced automatically by harnessing the kinetic energy of the wearer’s wrist movement.
Considered the gold standard by enthusiasts, automatic watches will need to be reset if left alone for a few days.
Quartz movements, typically found in cheaper watches, use batteries to power the watch (quartz batteries have a lifespan of about two years). Although quartz is sometimes less desirable, it is actually the most accurate movement.
Brand
Brands carry real weight when it comes to watches (as they do in the automotive industry). With so many of the best watches, that little insignia on the dial represents decades of quality.
However, not all major brands are as famous as Rolex, which is why we find watchmakers with an excellent reputation among the enthusiast community.
Water resistance
Almost all watches are classified as water resistant, but this can be misleading. Water resistance to thirty meters means that the watch never gets wet. If you want to swim or shower with your watch, make sure it is water resistant to 50 meters or more.
For any form of diving (or just to be very resistant to moisture), choose a watch that is water resistant to at least 100 meters.
Best luxury watches for men
We must keep in mind that determining the best watches for men is a very subjective matter. Buying a watch is an intimate experience, which is part of why it is so exciting to do so.
However, we recommend you compare even this list of enthusiasts’ favorite watches and you’ll probably find a match or two. We present the four best luxury watches for men, however they are in no particular order.
Rolex Submariner
The inclusion of the Rolex Submariner in this roundup should come as no surprise. It is the most famous and coveted watch in history, and its introduction in 1954 changed watchmaking culture forever.
Bolstered by many James Bond wrist features in later years, the Submariner proved that utilitarian watches can be elegant and durable.
Today, the Submariner is still as smooth and functional as it was 60 years ago, with the Rolex Caliber 3235 movement and water resistance to 300 meters. You can take a look at all of our Rolex watches for sale to see the different Submariner models we carry.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak
Introduced in 1917, the Cartier Tank was one of the first successful wristwatches. The timeless timepiece is arguably the ultimate in a suit, instantly recognizable thanks to its square shape and Roman dial. This model, with 18-karat gold case and brown alligator leather strap, is the most iconic iteration.
Famous and remarkable for its durable and highly accurate quartz movement, although Cartier also offers automatic mechanical movements with manual winding.
Cartier Tank Louis
Introduced in 1917, the Cartier Tank was one of the first successful wristwatches. The timeless timepiece is arguably the ultimate in a suit, instantly recognizable thanks to its square shape and Roman dial. This model, with 18-karat gold case and brown alligator leather strap, is the most iconic iteration. It uses a durable and highly accurate quartz movement, although Cartier also offers automatic mechanical movements with manual winding.
If you are looking for a model that suits your daily needs, at Elekton Watches we present you the catalog of pre-owned Cartier watches where you will find the one that best suits what you were looking for.
Patek Philippe Nautilus Automatic 5712
Patek Philippe is giving away the world’s finest timepieces to a lucky few. Designed by Gerald Genta, the mastermind behind the previous AP Royal Oak, Nautilus is one of the brand’s most popular lines.
Nautilus watches have useful features such as water resistance up to 60 m, scratch resistance and subdials, which means they are really useful for adventures. However, since they are often sold for more than retail, the Nautilus is best suited for the luxury lifestyle. Therefore, we present to you the pre-owned Patek Philippe watches that you will find at Elekton Watches.