Finding ourselves, as we do, amongst the ides of the 2017 holiday season, we at Luxurious J&T are thrilled to be able to bring you our first annual holiday watch gift guide extravaganza! Featuring men’s and women’s timepieces from many of our very favorite watchmaking designers, this list is sure to have the most perfect, luxury-grade timekeeping accessory for every person on your 2017 to-buy list!
So, to save you from any more inane preamble, we hope you the following horological holiday extravaganza from LJ&T! Enjoy!
Watch Idea #1: Rolex Milgauss
An undeniable classic, the Milgauss collection from Rolex has been a collector’s favorite since it was introduced in 1956. Available now at authorized Rolex retailers such as BENARI JEWELERS, the Milguass collection was originally created to remain accurate in high-stress environments such as power plants and the watches quickly caught on with more white-collar watch enthusiasts due to its streamlined, mid-century dial and hearty stainless steel construction, making it a fabulous gift for the man hardworking man who has a healthy appreciated for timeless style.
Watch Idea #2: Carl F. Bucherer Patravi TravelTec Chronograph
A subset of Carl F. Bucherer’s legendary Patravi collection, this TravelTec chronograph automatic timepiece was carefully designed to expertly reflect the watchmaker’s comittment to creating pieces of “strong character, [while] imposing, yet harmonious.” Pictured above made with 18-karat rose gold and a genuine calfskin leather strap, this watch (model #00.10620.03.93.01) also features a transparent “exhibition” back, as well as a precise chronograph, chronometer, and useful calendar subdials.
Watch Idea #3: IWC Shauffhausen Portugieser Perpetual AND Portofino Eight-Days
Finding it too hard to choose between the two, our next holiday timepiece picks are from the Portugieser and Portofino collections by IWC Schaffhausen. Combining American innovation with classic Swiss watchmaking expertise, these blue-colored pieces are two watches that are every bit as casually and formally fancy as they are useful and long-lasting. Especially impressive, the Portugieser timepiece (model #IW503401) features a moonphase display that is made to stay accurate for over 577 and a half years (exactly).
Watch Idea #4: Omega Seamaster Co-Axial Chronograph
The preferred timekeeping accessory of super spy James Bond, the Seamaster collection by Omega is comprised of some of the most straightforwardly stylish watches available today. Somewhat more reasonably priced than many of the pieces on this list, the Omega Seamaster Co-Axial watch featured here (model #212.30.42.50.03.001) takes the confident design of Omega’s Speedmaster collection to the next level of sartorial versatility and wearability.
Watch Idea #5: Bulova Marine Star Gold-Tone Chronograph
From Bulova (a designer famously immortalized at the beginning of the end for Mad Men), comes this yellow-gold plated watch from their vintage-inspired Marine Star collection. At a significantly lower price point than many other Swiss-made timepieces, this Marine Star model (model #98B240) is a great first watch for the budding horological enthusiast on your list. On the other hand, if the gleaming gold color is too overpowering for you, check out the innovative watches of Bulova’s Curv collection which feature the world’s first “curved” chronographic movement.
Watch Idea #6: Michele Women’s Hybrid Smartwatch
Long gone are the days when a smartwatch had to be awkward, boxy, and totally unstylish. Now, thanks to the efforts of watchmakers like Breitling and Michele, smartwatches can be found in an array of models that are every bit as fashionable as traditional timepieces.
Featured above from Michele, the watches of Michele’s Hybrid Smartwatch collection are made with high-quality precious metals and genuine material straps, while at the same time featuring easy-to-use buttons, apps, and displays that control music, phone notifications, and an array of other cutting-edge features.
Check Back Thursday for Part Two!
That’s it for Part One of our 2017 holiday gift guide extravaganza! Be sure to come back this Thursday for Part Two and to see even more wonderful, Swiss-quality timepieces perfect for every person on your list!
Also, if you have a watch that you think we might be interested in adding to Part Two, head on over to our Facebook or Twitter page now and share your picks with us! Also, remember to check out our sister blog, Premiere Jewelry Design, for the latest and greatest in bridal and fine jewelry fashions!