Choosing a classic men's watch

Classic watches never go out of style - they add charm to any look. In order for such an accessory to be in place, it is required to wear it correctly and combine it with clothes.

Classic men's watches are perfect for business style. They are distinguished by simple and laconic design, elegance. There are models with metal and leather straps. It is believed that the classics are always round in shape. In fact, this is not the case, business people prefer to experiment with the shape, so you can often find a square, oval dial on the hand.

The classic differs in the color of the dial. By tradition, it should be white with three arrows. Anything that the manufacturer additionally adds as an idea to the design is unnecessary elements. A backlight, stopwatch and even a calendar should not be present in a classic men's watch. Experts advise choosing the right strap color when choosing a classic watch model. It should be in tune with any detail of the clothing. For example, it is good to combine with shoes or a belt at the waist.

Men who follow their image carefully choose an accessory. Everything is taken into account when buying: shape, color, details. For everyday use, a classic no-frills model is perfect, for a party or a date, it can be a watch with additional decorations.

If you want a model that is as close to the classics as possible, but not so strictly decorated, then you should choose an accessory with additional details. The device can have many auxiliary functions, even an echo sounder. Similar models are made of rubber and plastic, the dial is made in any shape and can have any shade.

If we talk about endurance and resistance to mechanical stress, then sports-type wristwatches succeed in both indicators.

Classic men's watches can be:

• mechanical;
• quartz;
• electronic.

These models are especially valuable because of their durability. But quality comes at a price. Compared to other options, this one will cost a lot. As practice shows, a good watch will last up to 100 years, and with proper care, even longer. Models are perfect for a formal suit and for everyday use. Such accessories never go out of style.

One of the advantages of this type of watch is that it does not need to be wound. The internal mechanisms are powered by a small battery. Its charge is sufficient for the pendulum to move and not to go astray. The watch can lie in a drawer for several weeks, time will not be lost. Outwardly, it is difficult to distinguish such an accessory from a mechanical watch.

Finding such a watch with a suitable design for a formal suit is difficult. If we talk about their functionality and convenience, then they stand out significantly against the background of the previously described models. With the accessory, you can go in for sports, go to the mountains and lead an active life. Manufacturers are trying to provide their models with additional functions; watches with a timer, backlight and even an alarm clock constantly appear on the market.

The case of classic men's watches is always made of metal, the belt may differ in the material of manufacture. If a representative of the stronger sex prefers an active lifestyle, he should pay attention to a completely metal model. A leather strap does not tolerate constant contact with moisture, does not tolerate mechanical stress. Even small scratches are visible on the surface.

If you have the means, experts advise purchasing a titanium alloy bracelet. Brass and stainless steel have good performance characteristics.

Metal bracelets also have disadvantages. One of the main ones is that it cannot be adjusted according to the volume of the wrist, so you have to select the watch in such a way that it fits perfectly on your wrist. If the wrist gets fat or thinner, problems can arise.

Going to the store, you may find that watches that are the same from a design point of view cost differently. This difference can sometimes be the cost of a second watch. When buying an accessory, you need to know what the cost is. This is always:

• design;
• the work of the master, his professionalism;
• the quality of the mechanisms used;
• additional functions;
• prestige.

If you want a classic model made in strict canons, then you need to immediately pay attention to the mechanics. Quartz accessories come in a wide variety of shapes. The more a manufacturer has added additional functions to its product, the less it will look like a classic.

Sports watches not only have improved stability, they also have useful functionality. An accessory made in a sporty style does not fit a formal suit. This combination should be discarded, because it looks ridiculous.

The toughest and least scratch-prone glass is sapphire. Such models cannot be called cheap: the cost of classic products starts at $ 400.

In order for a men's watch to look good and complement the look, it must be worn correctly.

• Designers advise paying special attention to color. If there are already several bright details in the image, then the outstanding watch will be superfluous.
• Lovers of gold jewelry should think about whether an accessory with sportswear will look so good. In this case, it is worth giving preference to non-classics.
• If the watch strap is leather, it must be combined with a bag, shoes or belt. The color of the metal case should also match one of the details of the image.
• If a representative of the stronger sex prefers sweatpants rather than trousers, then it is better to refuse the classics.
• It is very important that the strap is sized to suit the thickness of your wrist.
• If you need to demonstrate your status, then it is advised to give preference to a model with a non-shiny metal.
• Leather straps are brown and black. The second option is always used in conjunction with a business dress code.

But experts do not attach much importance to which hand to wear the accessory on. As it is convenient for anyone. It's just that most of the world's population is right-handed, so they wear a watch on their left hand, since it is easier to wind the mechanism with the right hand.

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