How to Choose a Watch for Men
By World of Watches •
To choose a men's watch, decide how you will wear it (dress, everyday or sport), pick a case size that suits your wrist (often 38 to 42 mm), choose a movement (quartz, automatic or solar), then a strap or bracelet. Always try it on before you buy.
1. Decide How You Will Wear It
- Dress: Slim, simple and smart for formal clothes and the office.
- Everyday: Versatile watches that go with work and weekend clothes.
- Sport and dive: Tough, water resistant and easy to read.
- Chronograph: Stopwatch function and a busier, sporty dial.
2. Get The Size Right
Many men find a case of about 38 to 42 mm comfortable, but the right size depends on your wrist. The lug-to-lug length (the distance from top to bottom of the case) matters too: the lugs should not hang over the edges of your wrist.
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3. Choose The Movement
- Quartz: Battery powered, very accurate, low maintenance and usually more affordable.
- Automatic: Mechanical, winds from your wrist movement, and appeals to people who enjoy watchmaking.
- Solar / light-powered: Charges from light, so it rarely needs a battery change.
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4. Pick A Strap Or Bracelet
- Steel bracelet: Durable and versatile, the best all-rounder.
- Leather: Classic and dressy. Keep it away from water.
- Rubber: Comfortable in heat and good for sport and water.
- Fabric: Light and casual.
5. Check The Details
- Water resistance: 100m is generally suitable for swimming. 30m means splashes only.
- Glass: Sapphire crystal resists scratches better than mineral glass.
- Legibility: Make sure you can read the time quickly at a glance.
- Comfort: Wear it for a few minutes in the store before you decide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size watch should a man wear?expand_more
Many men find 38 to 42 mm comfortable, but it depends on wrist size. The lugs should not hang over the edges of your wrist.
Is quartz or automatic better for men?expand_more
Neither is better for everyone. Quartz is accurate and low-maintenance. Automatic is mechanical and appeals to people who enjoy traditional watchmaking.
What is the most versatile men's watch?expand_more
A stainless steel watch with a simple dial and a metal bracelet goes with almost everything.