The original wristwatches were created as a more practical way to tell the time, compared to pocket watches. These examples do all that in grand style.
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This firm is known for impressive models, such as this example redefining how time is displayed. With the dial housing the hour and minute hand offset at the 2 o’clock mark, the motion of the second hand is mesmerizing against the backdrop of the visible movement.
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A Watch to Flip Over
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic MonofaceThis features Reverso’s trademark flipping movement, which was originally created to protect the dial. The rose gold “tank watch”-style case houses a manually-wound 18-jeweled movement; the overall compactness makes this an ideal choice for those who prefer minimalism.
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Rugged, Refined Masculinity
Audemars-Piguet Royal Oak OffshoreAn 18-carat gold housing accentuates the ceramic bezel, push-pieces, and screw-down crown, providing a rugged look that makes it perfectly at home in the office or climbing mountains. The large, 43-millimeter casing is watertight to 100 meters to protect the automatic chronograph movement.
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A Most Elegant Timepiece
Rolex Diamond Day-Date 36The Day-Date has a clean, masculine design, but this unique example takes it to the extreme by crafting the timepiece from 18-carat yellow, white, and Everose gold, then covering almost every millimeter with glittering diamonds. A simple, yet elegant alligator strap keeps it securely in place.
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Exquisite Practicality
Santos De Cartier Tank WatchLouis Cartier created this iconic design in 1917, inspired by a World War I tank. This example features blue hands, a date window, and an automatic movement housed in a rose gold case. A trademark sapphire on the winding stem and two locking straps—in alligator and calfskin—complete the package.