Even in the age of smartphones, nothing beats an elegant watch on your wrist. And nothing is more elegant than a high-quality mechanical watch, which can give you a classy look with whatever you wear.
A mechanical watch doesn’t go out of style. If maintained well, you can even pass it down to succeeding generations. That’s why mechanical watches have always been attractive to everyone, whether they’re watch lovers or not.
If you’re looking for one that can tell time and will stand the test of time, here are five amazing mechanical watches you can choose from.
1. Invicta Men’s Pro Diver Stainless
14 used from $65.48
The Invicta Men’s Pro Diver Stainless is a classic diver watch with a 40mm stainless steel case, mineral dial window, link bracelet and Japanese movement. It is water-resistant up to 200m, so you can wear it while taking a dip during vacation and not worry about any interior damage.
A magnified date display window is located at the 3 o’clock marker. The luminous hands and indices are bright enough to be seen even in the darkest of environments. If you want an excellent mechanical wrist watch at an affordable price, this is the watch you’re looking for.
2. Tissot Men’s PRS 516 Stainless Steel Watch
If you’re getting into Swiss watches, browsing through the excellent lineup of wristwatches by Tissot is a great way to start. Tissot’s mechanical watches have some of the best designs and builds and the Tissot Men’s PRS 516 Stainless Steel Watch is a fine example of that.
This watch is a beautiful chronograph in a clean silver design with a black tachymeter and red accents. The white dial has a neat modern construction that certainly stands out for the watch’s overall design. It’s as good as a quartz watch can get, with a 2-year seller warranty and stainless steel construction with a 42mm case diameter.
3. Seiko 5 SNK805
The Seiko 5 SNK805 is a rugged watch meant for those occasions when you need a timepiece during strenuous physical activity and exercise. It’s a military-inspired watch with green dial and a 37mm case diameter in stainless steel. It’s topped off with a durable green nylon strap with buckle closure that will not need replacing anytime soon.
A date and day display window is located at the 3 o’clock marker. The hands and indices are luminous as well, which makes it easier to tell the time in dim environments. It’s one of the affordable choices in our list, and it’s definitely worth the purchase considering all that this watch can offer.
4. Junghans Form A
The Junghans Form A is as simple as a mechanical watch can get while still being very functional. It’s a Swiss automatic watch with a white face, 39.3mm case diameter, exhibition case-back, and a light brown leather strap. Mechanical watches with minimalist designs rarely look this good, and it’s a great wrist watch to go for especially if you’re into that kind of aesthetic.
The great thing about this watch is that it isn’t just for show. Its dial window is made of highly durable sapphire crystal that keeps your watch damage-free for years to come. An anti-glare coating is applied on the dial window for better visibility during the day.
5. Tissot Men’s Gentleman Swissmatic
$525.95 in stock
The Tissot Men’s Gentleman Swissmatic should fit your look, no matter what you wear. It’s a Swiss automatic watch with a 40mm stainless steel case that looks great on the wrist. The adjustable brown leather bracelet with a butterfly clasp has a sophisticated aesthetic that will certainly improve your outfit. An added feature is the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal which will preserve the brand new look of your watch.
What we love about this Tissot watch is its exhibition case back that lets you take a peek into the inner workings of this mechanical watch. This watch definitely doesn’t hold back on the visuals, and it certainly deserves a spot in your collection.
Still unsure about mechanical watches? Get some more inspiration by watching the video below and don’t forget to check out our top 5 quartz watches and Japan watches.
