There are only a few days left before Christmas! And we understand that gift shopping for men can be a challenge. While there’s a lot of good selection of gifts for the men in your life, it is best to give him something that will be useful for him in the long run. Timeless gifts such as a luxury watch (see what we did there?) is always a good idea if you can splurge this holiday season. Here are some luxury watch ideas that you can gift to any men in your life:
1. Something luxurious: Audemars Piguet Code 11.59
Available in rose gold and white gold, nothing screams classier than the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59. This timepiece can be paired with any outfit on any given occasion. The high level of craftsmanship is not concealed once you see this piece for the first time. It features a slim bezel, five new sunburst lacquer dials, and a fresher look on the casing. The caliber 4302 runs at 4 Hz and boasts a 70-hour power reserve. On the other hand, the caliber 2950, a flying tourbillon mechanism, has a 65-hour power reserve and functions at 3Hz.
If your man is a huge watch guy, then he’ll know the history of this big brand and its pivot to feature a new collection. Thus, the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 is born. In fact, a lot of watch enthusiasts anticipated this collection, which features six families and a total of 13 models. Given all these detailed features, this timepiece comes at a price. However, your man will surely love this conversation starter timepiece.
2. Something casual: Tissot PRC 200 Chronograph
If you are looking for a timepiece that can be used for everyday wear, you will never go wrong with a Tissot watch. This timepiece is under the T-sport watch collection which features Swiss craftsmanship but at a more affordable price. It is also waterproof for up to 200 meters and features a sapphire crystal, which makes it scratch proof. At first glance, you will see three dials: 60 seconds, 30 minutes, and 0.1th of a second! There’s also a date display at the 4 o’clock position. Its dial, hands, and markers are silver. If your man is a big NBA fan, then he’ll recognize the Tissot brand! Since 2015, Tissot has been the official timekeeper of the NBA, and the majority of the players have been sporting this timepiece.
3. Something flexible: Tag Heuer Connected Smartwatch
Said to be stylish yet ready for action, the Tag Heuer Connected is a result of 160 years worth of research and craftsmanship. This sleek, touchscreen timepiece is surprising light on the wrist. A little bit on the avant-garde style, this timepiece features a sandblasted titanium case, a ceramic bezel that is micro-blasted, and steel crowns. Its battery is 430 mAh and has a charging time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. This should last you for the whole day, including one hour of the sporting session. The display resolution is 454×454 pixels (326ppi) and has a size of 1.39″ OLED display. There are also pre-installed programs like the Golf app, fitness, running, walking, cycling, and general fitness mode. There are also integrated sensors that will inform you in real-time about your performance. The smartwatch will display your heart rate, calories, and time. This is a good luxury watch for the geeky and health-conscious guy.
4. Something more functional: Rolex Submariner Green
The list is not complete without the famous Rolex. For years, this brand has never failed in producing stylish and classic timepieces. In this case, the Rolex Submariner Green, also known as “The Hulk,” is a diver’s watch that features a green ceramic bezel and dial. This timepiece is water-resistant for up to 1,000 feet! This timepiece is also eye-catching and flexible to use. It has a durable 940L stainless steel, powered by a 3135 caliber, self-winding movement, and a power reserve of 48 hours. This timepiece is also a scratch-proof and paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring oscillator. If your guy is into sports, this is the timepiece to go!
Make the yuletide season more personal with these gifts!
Each timepiece has their own personalities, which makes it more personal when you give your man a watch that suits his character. Gifting a watch is a symbolism of you giving them the gift of time. Though some people would argue that timepieces are not needed anymore since the invention of smartphones, any gentleman needs at least one luxury watch. Consider the ones listed above to make any man in your life more special this holiday season!