Before the smartphone and other digital devices, a watch was a functional item essential if you needed to keep track of the time. Nowadays, however, the humble watch is no longer a time-keeping device. Things have moved on and it’s not an essential fashion accessory.
The popularity of watches was starting to wane, but they’re currently enjoying a surge in popularity. People choose to wear a watch for a number of reasons, but for many, owning a luxury watch is seen as a status symbol. Celebrities such as Kanye West and David Beckham are often seen with fashionable watches on their wrist.
If you’re wondering whether a watch is for you, let’s give you a few reasons why you should wear one.
Convenience
A watch is far more convenient than a smartphone for keeping track of time, it’s also more polite to glance quickly at your wrist rather than fishing in your bag or pocket for a mobile phone. During meetings, a watch is far less intrusive and you’re not likely to get distracted when all you want to know is the time.
There are occasions, such as a wedding, funeral, and in the cinema when it’s best to keep your phone concealed. You can check the time in a subtle way if you’ve got a watch.
Functionality
Wristwatches have always been functional. In the 19th century, they were used by the military to synchronize manoeuvres. Watches are used by divers when diving to the depths of the ocean and by aviators when flying high in the clouds.
They can also keep functioning far longer than a smartphone, which tends to keep going for little more than a few hours.
Simplicity
The best watch is one that doesn’t use the latest technology. The clockwork technology that powers predate electricity and is less likely to fail. You’re also less likely to be distracted by your Facebook newsfeed, emails, or messages when you rely on a watch to tell the time.
Stylish
Men, in particular, have a limited range of accessories and jewellery they can wear. For many men, these will always include a simple wedding ring, if they’re married, a stylish pair of cufflinks, and a luxury watch. A wristwatch is a perfect way for a man to demonstrate their style and taste. Depending on the type of watch, they can also demonstrate your personality. If it’s high-status bling you’re looking for, you might choose a Rolex. However, don’t forget about watches from Breitling.
Craftsmanship
A wristwatch is more than something you use to tell the time. It’s an example of craftsmanship, tradition, and history. A wristwatch can be a piece of art that has been worked on by more than one craftsman, often over a period of several months.
The mechanism inside the watch is beautiful in its own right, but the watch can also include a painting on the dial or additional embellishments.
Investment
A luxury watch can also be considered an investment, or an heirloom that can be handed down through generations. Having a watch that was owned by someone you loved makes you think of them and acts a legacy. You’re passing on something of value that was important to you.
There are so many watches to choose from, but it is possible to find one that stands out from all the rest. Find the right one and it’ll be the start of a longstanding friendship.
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