Watches are known as the perfect accessories. Not only do they come in an array of prices, shapes, and colors, they’re also functional, sophisticated and uncontroversial in the way they flatter any wrist. That being said, we wanted to let all the gents know where to look for elegantly stylish timepieces that will either carry you through the season or become trusted companions for years to come. So, as we fast approach the Holidays, have stroll through a ranked list of some of our favorite brands’ watch assortments and Christmas deals, to up-level your wardrobe for the cold months ahead, or to treat a loved one with a special gift.
Make sure to read until the very end, as one of the brands here is offering
Holiday discounts you would be a fool to miss out on!
Our Curated Selection of Men's Timepieces:
Pioneer
nordgreen
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The Pioneer is Danish watch startup Nordgreen’s first chronograph. Since its launch, this highly skilled timepiece has raked in a number of accolades and fans. Most recently, for AW22, the Pioneer was revamped to include a Clous de Paris dial, adding texture and dimension to its intricate watch face. This model comes in a number of styles, and is included in Nordgreen’s Giving Back Program – an initiative that allows customers to contribute to one of three benevolent organizations to benefit environmental and humanitarian causes around the globe. What’s not to like?
🟩Price : from $202
Specifications:
✔️5 ATM water resistance
✔️Easily exchangeable straps
✔️Scores high in CSR
✔️Two sub-dials
✔️2 year warranty
✔️Timeless aesthetic
✔️Available in different colors
✔️Eco-friendly packaging
SRPB43
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Japanese brand Seiko is world-renowned for the watches of its wheel house, and a true classic. Clocking in at over $300, this is one of the pricier watches on the list, though one of the cheapest of its kind. The design is somewhat vintage-reminiscent, perhaps a bit old hat if you prefer more modern looking timewear, although it’s safe to say it’d be a loyal, high-end option. Seiko is engaged in a number of ethical missions, but these don’t tend to involve the customer directly and thus appear somewhat vague.
🟩Price : $315
Specifications:
✔️Nostalgic design
✔️Automatic
✔️Lightweight
✔️Luxurious glas back
✔️Day/Night appropriate
ORIGINAL NAVY SEAL, 43mm, dive watch
LUMINOX
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As its name implies, Luminox’s Navy Seal model is incredibly durable and equipped to withstand all conditions. It’s waterproof and has a glow-in-the-dark dial, ensuring high performance in any given scenario. Needless to say, this piece is very athletic in its design, somewhat pricey and not ideally suited to be an every-day casual timepiece. If you do, however, find yourself atop of mountains, deep diving or on cave explorations, this is your way to go. As far as the family-owned company’s green-score goes, their factory is powered by 80% solar energy, with their watches made in and delivered from Switzerland, the land of watches.
🟩Price : $445
Specifications:
✔️Strong rubber strap
✔️20ATM water resistance
✔️Always visible
✔️Swiss Made
✔️Quartz movement
MS9 Three-hand 44mm
DIESEL
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Diesel has been all the rave since Belgian designer Glenn Martens – known for his own label Y/Project as well as guest stints at the likes of Jean Paul Gauthier – took over the brand’s Creative Direction. This watch is pretty unique, with its brown case, blood-red dial and blue hands and numerals. Very cool, very on trend, though debatable in both its aesthetic and ecological sustainability. While the latter certainly seems to be of high importance for the company at large, it is unclear if or how their investments here treacle down into their watch collections.
Price : $185
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✔️Unique, fashionable design
✔️Stainless steel case
✔️Leather strap
✔️multi-colored watch face
✔️Quartz movement
✔️2 year warranty
AQ-800EG-9A
Casio
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Now, this watch looks like what people 100 years ago would’ve thought is the watch of the future, whereas today we look at it and enjoy its endearing, space-age-like nostalgia. Whichever way you’ll have it, this adorable Casio watch is a true eye-catcher and a must-have for any fashion aficionado. The analog/digital hybrid and gold body make for visual pleasures at perfectly balanced crossroads between charm and tackiness. Unfortunately, the company’s CSR initiatives – if there are any – are treated rather nebulously.
🟩Price : $65
Specifications:
✔️Super stylish and affordable
✔️Analog/Digital
✔️Acrylic glas
✔️Stainless steel case
✔️Prone to inaccuracies of +/- 30 seconds
✔️Sensitive to water
aaren silicone
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This fun, pop-art-sytle watch is as visually appealing as it is functional, with its blue shade and stop-watch sub-dial. Still, a fashion-watch more so than an every-day timepiece, this model may be a bit too special for you if you’re looking for something that is more adaptable. There is something to be said about Skagen’s enthusiasm for environmentalism, with 90% of their watches made sustainably.
🟩Price : $80
Specifications:
✔️Super light-weight
✔️Available in different, popping colors
✔️3ATM water resistance
✔️Aluminum case
✔️Controversially proportioned
Standard 40mm Fabric and Leather
TIMEx
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This military-inspired Timex watch blends in perfectly with the earthy color palette of your fall/winter-wardrobe, making for a great mix of athleticism and casualness. Whether or not this timepiece’s undeniable coolness overweighs the fact that Timex keeps things rather ominous when it comes to their sustainability engagements shall be your call.
🟩Price : $90
Specifications:
✔️Light-up dial
✔️5ATM water resistance
✔️Mineral glas
✔️Quick-release fabric strap
PHilosopher
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The Philosopher impresses with its simplicity: a minimalist timepiece with a distinct, multi-tiered dial. It comes in a wide variety of sleek versions and sizes, to ensure comfortable wearability and effortless style. This watch not only looks good, but does good as well. As part of Nordgreen’s Giving Back Program, the purchase of a Philosopher aids international NGOs in their mission to improve health- and education-related, as well as environmental grievances.
🟩Price : from $153
Specifications:
✔️Award-winning, classic, timeless design
✔️Stainless steel
✔️Eco-friendly packaging
✔️2 year warranty
✔️Giving Back Program
✔️Available in different colors
✔️Easily exchangeable straps
Time Teller Acetate
NIXON
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This watch is unlike any piece of timewear you’ve ever seen before. This multicolored, amber- and marble-inspired accessory will attract its fair share of gazes – as a true statement piece should – and is therefore maybe not the right fit for those of you interested in something more subtle. As a brand born from Surf Culture, Nixon is a frontrunner when it comes to ocean preservation, meaning their products are made with an affinity for greener materials and practices.
🟩Price : $125
Specifications:
Unique designAcetate bodyAdjustable length Quartz movementOne size, two color ways
Inscription
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Fossil’s Inscription model is a standout for a multitude of reasons; namely, its shape, its many details, and its multidimensional dial. The strap it comes with is made of eco leather and creates an intriguing contrast combined with the more industrial, edgy metal case in shades of grey and black. Fossil also runs a foundation that supports educational and business ventures in developing countries. 1% of all of the company’s revenue is funneled straight into said foundation.
🟩Price : $130
Specifications:
✔️Rectangular, stainless steel case
✔️5ATM
✔️Quartz movement
✔️Noteworthy CSR activities
Based on the above, we’re going to quickly round up this list, by naming our favorites per category:
