A watch is a mandatory attribute of a business person, designed to emphasize his status and good taste. With the dominance of smartphones and other mobile gadgets that will tell you the exact time without any problems, the watch has lost some of its practicality, but it is still very popular among various segments of the population.
Manufacturers, as well as models, are abundant in today's market. And if experienced users have already identified interesting brands for themselves, then newcomers are experiencing serious problems with choosing the best option. Tops and ratings of watches help in such cases. We will deal with the compilation of the latter in our article, taking into account the opinions of specialists in this field and the reviews of ordinary consumers.
So, we bring to your attention the rating of watches. The list includes the most popular models from our compatriots. We will analyze the remarkable features of the products, indicating their advantages and disadvantages, if any.
Brands
In order to choose the right watch, it is obviously not out of place to get acquainted with the currently popular and fashionable brands. Almost the entire market is held by only five manufacturers, while the rest are left with, so to speak, scraps. It is quite difficult for newcomers to break through here, but precedents do happen.
Rolex
This is a Swiss brand whose name is known to everyone, even a person far from watchmaking. The company has existed since 1905, successfully flourishing to this day. Rolex brand men's watches are the most striking indicator of the status of the owner.
The cost of products sometimes comes to fabulous amounts, if it comes to some individual projects. Every year, the company sells more than 500 thousand watches for men on the world market. The brand can be called a monopolist, because it simply does not have serious competitors.
Hublot
This is a relatively young company, which also has production in Switzerland. With great difficulty, the brand made its way and pretty close to the Rolex level. Hablot brand men's watches are only a premium segment and exceptional build quality.
The products of this manufacturer are distinguished by the original design of the dial. Despite the apparent vanguardism in the models, “Hablot” has its own style, which experts define as “fusion”. That is, here we have several variations of each classic direction in one case.
Casio
This is a Japanese brand that launched conveyors almost 70 years ago. A manufacturer with an inherent style of the nation adapts to fashion trends and easily moves from conventional mechanics to technically advanced gadgets that not only show time, but almost replace smartphones.
Japanese wristwatches Casio can be seen in all price segments. Brand products are distinguished by excellent build quality and an abundance of design solutions.
Citizen
It is also a Japanese company with a long history, but it operates mainly in the mid-price segment. The distinctive qualities of Citizen watches are the company's commitment to the classic style. But this does not prevent the products from being functional.
Tissot
The Swiss company has established itself in the world as a manufacturer of quality watches for the mid-price and premium segments. If you roughly compare the Tissot products with the Roliks, the former is a subtle emphasis on status, and the latter is an elaborate demonstration of wealth.
One can also note Russian wrist watches for men. Well-known factories Vostok, Salute and Rocket produce quite worthy, and most importantly inexpensive options. Yes, you cannot emphasize the status with such products, but they perform their function perfectly. Russian men's watches do not fall under the concept of “best of the best”, so we won’t consider them.
Rating of the best watches:
- Rolex.
- "Hablot."
- Victorinox.
- Tissot.
- Citizen
- "Orient."
- Emporio Armani.
- "Casio."
- "Diesel".
- Swiss Military Hanowa.
- Q&Q.
Consider the remarkable characteristics of the participants in more detail.
Rolex
Rolex products are the best that this segment can offer. In almost all ratings of watches, they occupy first places. Each model has some distinctive features that allow you to stand out from the crowd and show your high status.
In addition, well-known designers are working on each series, so a Rolex watch is not only prestige, but also beauty with originality. Of course, sometimes fanciful (in the opinion of the majority) models come across, but even they find their buyer.
As for prices, it is rather difficult to trace the maximum threshold. For example, the best wristwatch in the Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona series (photo above) with a malachite dial, bezel and diamonds will cost 6 million rubles. More affordable serial models cost around 100 thousand rubles.
Hublot
The second place in our rating of wrist watches is occupied by products from Hablot. Brand models may well compete with the "oldies" from "Tissot" and "Rolex." Some experts in this field, speaking of the Hablot style, characterize it as a combination of incongruous.
Premium and expensive watches of the brand are distinguished by interesting and original geometry of the dial. On sale you can find a variety of forms and variations. Some are extremely successful and in demand, while others are a rare lover.
Among other advantages of Hublot watches, one can note more or less reasonable (for the premium sector) prices, unlike the same Rolexes, as well as a constant search for non-standard solutions. Brand products are really capable of surprising and pleasing to the eye.
As a price indicator, we can designate products of the Ferrari GT series (photo above), where the average cost of models ranges around 1.5 million rubles. Conventional brand conveyor watches can be bought for 80-100 thousand rubles.
Victorinox
The company is engaged in the production of various products, but some facilities are engaged in the production of watches. The brand offers products for the mid-price and premium sectors. One of the main differences between Victorinox watches is a strict adherence to the classic style.
Here you will not see the avant-garde from the "Hablot" or excessive pathos from the "Rolex". Leather straps, soft contrasting tones, the right shape of the dial and the highest quality of performance - this is Victorinox.
Moreover, the concepts themselves can not be called monotonous. Yes, they follow the classics, but each series gets its own individual and recognizable notes. Victorinox products are particularly appealing to conservatives.
Judging by the brand’s watches, consumers especially liked the Victorinox 241740 model (photo above) with a 25-stone movement and a sapphire dial. In specialized stores, you can buy it for about 80 thousand rubles.
Tissot
Many Tissot brand products are positioned as representatives of the premium segment, but in reality things are somewhat different. The fact is that throughout its 50-year history the company has always been distinguished by moderate appetites in terms of pricing.
Consumers, in turn, received a high-class product, made according to all the canons. There is also no riot of colors and mixing styles. The exterior of Tissot watches is a classic with a share of brilliance and luxury. Almost all products of the brand are highly reliable. Among the people they are known as the most unkillable.
The average price for ordinary products from Tissot fluctuates around 30 thousand rubles. The most prominent representatives of the latest generation can be called the Couturier Chronograph series and trimmed with “gold” Ballade III (photo above). Models enjoy enviable popularity among domestic consumers, having received a lot of praise from experts.
Citizen
The brand is mainly focused on the mid-price segment, but premium devices cannot be called so expensive either. Most conveyor models do not have a bold design or multifunctionality, but you can not worry about the quality of work.
Among other products, a couple of the most attractive options can be distinguished. The Citizen AS4025-08E model (photo above) is an abundance of all kinds of chronometers. The manufacturer used literally every millimeter of free space.
While the Citizen AW1231-07E is a regular watch with a leather strap and an analog dial. The model runs on solar panels, and the style of execution can be described as moderately elegant, convenient and practical. The brand offers more than 1000 products, so there are plenty to choose from. The average cost of conveyor models fluctuates around 30 thousand rubles.
Orient
Another Japanese brand with over 100 years of history. Unlike its colleagues in the workshop, Orient only deals with the production of watches without affecting other areas. The company's products are presented on the market in all price sectors, ranging from budget to premium. The simplest watches from Orient can be bought for five thousand rubles, while luxury watches can be bought in the region of 70 thousand.
The design of the models is mostly calm. Here we have a pleasant appearance with well-chosen contrasts. In the assortment you can also find both truly classic options, as well as bolder decisions. So there are no problems with the choice.
With regard to performance, then with this, “Orient” is doing well. Judging by the reviews of experts, the models are reliable, convenient and reasonably functional. Bright representatives of the brand include Orient EL02003H premium solution (photo above) for 70 thousand rubles, as well as Orient DE00002W classic for 40 thousand. There are collection options, but their value exceeds half a million.
Emporio Armani
Like other venerable fashion designers, Armani launched a conveyor of chronometers. The latter are a reflection of his main collections. The brand did not go about modern trends, abandoning electronic options. And did not lose.
Watches from Armani are enviable popular all over the world. In many respects this was facilitated by the variety of series and the more or less democratic pricing policy of the company. In the assortment of the brand there really is where to turn around. Armani offers watches for every taste. There are classic options, the format of the "commander", lightweight and thin, as well as extravagant models with a catchy style.
The quality of work of Italian watches is at a very high level. Products are durable, reliable and comfortable. Many were also pleased with the pricing policy of the brand. Ordinary conveyor products can be bought for fifteen thousand. One of the latest models can be especially noted - Emporio Armani AR1451 (photo above) for 40 thousand rubles, which received a lot of flattering reviews from consumers. Cute and moderately functional watch many people liked.
Casio
Mod brand of the Japanese brand produces a lot of different products, including men's watches. The company's solutions are aimed at consumers of all price and age categories. Casio chronometers, regardless of sector, are, if not ideal, then close to this level of performance.
The brand boasts an impressive range, where everyone will find a device to their liking. There are both familiar classic options, such as LIN -169-2A, as well as more advanced and diverse ones, like Edifice EFR-303D-1A (photo above).
The brand is closely following fashion trends and is easily rebuilt if necessary. A good half of Casio watches are modern and high-tech gadgets that work easily in tandem with smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices.
The brand does not oppress prices and takes the consumer in quantity and quality of products. In the assortment of the brand you can also find some exclusive things - collectible models and custom-made chronometers. The cost of ordinary devices fluctuates around 10 thousand rubles. Prices for premium options start at 40 thousand rubles.
Diesel
The Italian brand focuses on the creativity of models. Diesel watches are original in almost everything: the shape of the dial, colors, materials and the filling of the space behind the glass. The brand is experimenting with all the elements and is constantly looking for exceptional options.
The manufacturer offers a chic assortment of products. Here you can find the classic Diesel watches for conservatives with a leather strap and a simple analogue dial (a vivid example of the DZ1145), as well as bolder solutions, like the DZ7187 (photo above), which are not for everyone.
As for the quality of execution, here we have a fairly high level, and regardless of the price segment. Almost all consumers respond to Diesel products in a positive way and do not mention any critical flaws. The usual conveyor model will cost about 10 thousand rubles. More advanced and noble options begin with a mark of 30 thousand rubles.
Swiss Military Hanowa
This is a Swiss brand with a rich and interesting history of conquering this market. Until the beginning of the 90s, the brand was engaged in the production of extremely original chronometers in the form of pendants, pendants, clips, etc.
Demand for such products was not the highest. Therefore, the company revised its policy and decided to concentrate on more classic versions of chronometers. After re-equipment, the brand managed to conclude a profitable contract with the Swiss army, which helped her to transfer to a professional environment.
Today the company offers a wide range of products, both quartz and electronic. The manufacturer adheres to the classical side in his collections and does not have any “funny” solutions. Chronometers are primarily aimed at consumers from the mid-price segment. There are also exclusive models, but only with rare exceptions.
An example is the SMH watch 06-5231.04.003 for 13 thousand rubles designed in a business style, as well as the more advanced and multi-functional solution SMH 06-4298.3.13.007 (photo above) for 27 thousand. Judging by customer reviews, there are no problems with the quality of performance. Each model passes careful control and the brand does not allow serious mistakes. In any case, each “suspicious” product can be replaced with an equivalent one under the terms of the guarantee that the company provides.
Q&Q
This is a less well-known brand than all of the above, because the products are primarily focused on the budget sector. In the assortment of the brand it is difficult to find options from the mid-price segment, not to mention the premium.
Nevertheless, a Q&Q watch is a high quality of workmanship, convenience and attractiveness. The brand mainly produces classic solutions for conservatives - moderation and sustained simplicity. So the purchase of products of the Q&Q brand will in no way be considered a manifestation of bad taste in people with "high incomes."
Outwardly, the watch looks more than presentable and it’s impossible to say that this is a frank “state employee”. A striking example of this is the A436-401 series chronometers (photo above). The watches are stylized in gold and silver and have a classic form factor.
In addition, the brand has a sports line of men's watches. The local models received enhanced protection and a more thematic appearance. For example, watches of the DG04-001 series are widely in demand among professional athletes. As mentioned above, the brand produces products for the budget sector, where the usual model can be bought for three thousand.
Finally
Choosing a watch, it is worth taking into account several important factors. Be sure to pay attention to the main mechanism. It can be mechanical or quartz. The first is considered more prestigious and is characterized by autonomy, as well as the reliability of the elements. It does not depend on third-party power sources. High-quality mechanical watches made by a hundred children go back to this day.
Of the minuses of such watches, the high cost of repair / maintenance and the need for a regular factory can be noted. For example, regular maintenance of Rolex products, which is carried out once every 3-5 years, will cost a tidy sum, for which you can buy a couple of good watches from Casio or Diesel.
Quartz products are more accessible to the general consumer. Watches of such a plan well survive the physical impact on the case and do not need to be wound. The service life of one battery varies around three years.
There are no problems with servicing quartz models. The design is quite simple and a visit to a watchmaker will cost a penny. As a fly in the ointment here is the fastidiousness of products to temperature changes. Below 5 and above 40 degrees they lose accuracy.
Separately, it is worth focusing on the so-called copies of branded models. Well, if a person knows that he is not buying the original. But in a good half of cases, consumers stumble upon an ordinary fake. The cost of the latter, as a rule, is noticeably lower, and the quality is poor.
If you are going to buy some branded, as well as an expensive model from hand, then it is obviously superfluous to bring along an intelligent specialist who can distinguish a copy from the original. The same goes for online shopping. Each brand described above has its own web store, where you need to select products. A purchase from a little-known dealer (if it is one at all) is fraught with serious risks.