Despite all the advanced technology these days, the classic quartz watch still has a place in the world due to its availability and reliability. From aviator watches, diver watches, all the way down to just a regular watch, you can have a quartz watch that just works.
Quartz watches come in all shapes and sizes, as well as different price ranges. You can get an affordable one with a small budget or get the best of the best for a premium price. Whichever option you prefer, you’ll certainly find what you’re looking for below.
These are five of the very best quartz watches you can purchase today.
1. TAG HEUER FORMULA 1
Tag Heuer Formula 1 Quartz Men's Watch WAZ1010.FC8197
Features
| Part Number | WAZ1010.FC8197 |
| Model | WAZ1010.FC8197 |
| Color | Silver-tone |
Looking for a luxury quartz watch with a sporty look? The Tag Heuer Formula 1 is a contemporary-looking watch for those who like looking stylish and trendy. It has a metallic blue dial with luminous silver-toned hands, all encased in a 43 mm stainless steel topped off with a striped blue and black NATO band.
This watch is also water-resistant down to 200m which makes it durable enough to wear while swimming. It has a sapphire crystal dial window for extra protection against scratches and dents. With a luxury watchmaker such as Tag Heuer, expect nothing but only the best.
2. TISSOT PRC200
Tissot Men's T0554101101700 PRC 200 Analog Display Swiss Quartz Silver Watch
Features
- Antireflective sapphire crystal
- Stationary bezel
- Swiss-quartz Movement
- Case Diameter: 42mm
- Water Resistant To 660 Feet
The Tissot PRC200 is as simple and uncomplicated as it can get. It has a straightforward build with a 42mm stainless steel case and silver band with a white dial, making it look clean and crisp. The window is encased in sapphire crystal for that scratch resistance and has a water resistance down to 200 meters.
The selling point of this watch is definitely its pristine features. Most watches today on the market are filled with unnecessary details and overwhelming visuals that bring nothing to the table. This Tissot watch is a great example “less is more”, and should be a part of your quartz watch collection.
3. LONGINES CONQUEST VHP
Longines Conquest V.H.P. Perpetual Quartz Silver Dial Men's Watch L37264769
Features
- Featuring a Black Band, Silver-tone Case, Scratch Resistant Sapphire Crystal
The Longines Conquest VHP can make you look like an ace fighter pilot with it on your wrist. It’s quite visible with a 43mm case diameter in stainless steel, sapphire crystal, and a black rubber band for that casual look. It also has a water resistance down to 50m and the clasp is a double fold with a safety release, so you know it’ll stay intact.
What stands out the most from its design is the 12 o’clock and 6 o’clock marker among the stick indices that surrounds them. The aesthetics are quite contemporary and is a perfect fit for those looking for a modern-looking wrist watch.
4. CITIZEN NIGHTHAWK
Citizen Promaster Skyhawk A-T Blue Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch JY8078-52L
Features
- Citizen Eco-Drive™ FAQ
- Watch Sizing Guide
- Style as distinctive and impressive as you are!
- Stainless steel case with anti-reflective crystal dome.
- Eco-Drive technology – powered by light, any light. Never needs a battery. Stainless steel bracelet with fold-over clasp and double, push-button release. Atomic, synchronized time-keeping in over 43 different cities. Chronograph-functionality at 1/100 of a second. Intricate dial features include hour markers, perpetual calendar, dual time, alarms, countdown timer, digital backlight, and UTC display. Pilot's rotating blue bezel. Display box included. Water-resistant up to 20 BAR perf
The Citizen Nighthawk comes from a brand that’s well known all around the world for their quality quartz watches. This watch has Citizen’s patented Eco-Drive technology that converts both natural and artificial light into energy that can be stored on its batteries. With this, you won’t have to worry about battery replacements! This feature is best suited for those who often go camping and outdoor trips in order to maximize this innovative technology.
This watch also has a heavy-duty 45 mm stainless steel case and comes with an anti-reflective crystal dome for scratch resistance and durability. It also has chronograph functionality and a digital display to view other features.
5. TIMEX EXPEDITION WATCH
Timex Men's TW4B14200 Expedition Scout 40mm Black Leather/Nylon Strap Watch
Features
- Adjustable black 20mm nylon strap with genuine leather trim fits up to 8-inch wrist circumference
- Black dial with date window at 3 o'clock; full Arabic numerals
- Black 40mm brass case with mineral glass crystal
- Indiglo light-up watch dial; luminous hands
- Water resistant to 50 m (165 ft): In general, suitable for short periods of recreational swimming, but not diving or snorkeling
Most of the time, you want something that just works, no matter what. The Timex Expedition Scout Watch is definitely something that just works with its black dial, water resistance down to 50m, Indiglo light-up dial, and luminous hands.
The adjustable 20mm watch band is made of high-quality nylon, which is a breathable material that provides a comfortable fit while working out or even during the hot summer season. It’s an excellent choice for those with an active lifestyle but aren’t a fan of visually overwhelming sports watches. The best part? It’s our most affordable quartz watch on the list!
