Seiko Astron
Precision, efficiency, and durability are the cornerstones of Japanese watchmaking. And this Seiko timepiece is proof. Featuring a solar-powered movement, it has a dark brown dial boasting a date and world time feature, which is rare for its price point. The case and strap come in an array of options but our favourite would be the classic stainless steel or the brushed matte-black finish.
Price: Rs 1,25,000
Available at Zimson Watches
TAG Heuer Formula 1
For lovers of motor sport (and admirers of elegant watchmaking), the Formula 1 has been a preferred timepiece for decades now. Inside, you’ll see TAG’s quartz movement, and outside, the dial features a date window at 3 o’clock and offers a water resistance of 30 bars.
Price: Rs 1,52,000
Available at TAG Heuer’s official website.
Longines Conquest
Stainless steel straps are a perennial favourite, and this Longines Quartz boasts a chronograph and a date window that’s uniquely placed at 4 o’clock. Add to that a shining stainless steel bezel, a cabochon crown, and links.
Price: Rs 88,000
Available at Zimsons
Rado Centrix
If you’ve been a close follower of Lifestyle Asia, you’ll know how much we love a skeleton watch. The popular Centrix collection proves it’s what’s inside that counts, with the Automatic Open Heart offering a glimpse of the quality Swiss automatic movement inside.
Price: Rs 1,44,000
Available at Kapoor Watch Company
Raymond Weil Tango
In the early stages of watch collecting, it can be difficult to choose a certain genre of watches that you want to invest in. Should it be sporty or complication-heavy or simply elegant? The Raymond Weil Tango ticks all boxes. Featuring a chronograph and date window, its silver sub dials complement the case and contrast the black dial elegantly.
Price: Rs 1,01,609
Available at Ethos Watches
Baume & Mercier Classima
If you’re building a collection based on simplicity and elegance, the Classima series would be a great first choice. Its clean white dial features Roman indices quarterly, placed inside a stainless steel case. In terms of complications, a 6 o’ clock date window and central moonphase add an interesting touch to this timepiece.
Price: Rs 1,18,000
Available at Ethos Watches
Enjoy fashion as much as horology? If yes, then this Versace watch is for you. With a stainless steel case and quartz movement, it’s an expression of luxury that stands on the bold side.
Price: Rs 1,30,900
Available at Helios Watch Store
Building a watch collection is a truly personal process instead of just buying the most coveted luxury watch on display. It can also be a confusing one. With newer innovations, impeccable craftsmanship, and ever-evolving trends, it’s always going to be tough to pick the right watch that speaks to you. After all, a luxury watch is a guilty pleasure and that means, everything counts – from the mechanism to the precious metals to the design to its functionality. Even the brands can range from a sleek and sharp Baume & Mercier to an uber stylish Versace. So, how do you start building a watch collection? We selected seven timepieces that’ll make great additions to your timepiece collection.
Saved up for a luxury watch? Here are 7 timepieces you can start with
Building a watch collection is a truly personal process instead of just buying the most coveted luxury watch on display. It can also be a confusing one. With newer innovations, impeccable craftsmanship, and ever-evolving trends, it’s always going to be tough to pick the right watch that speaks to you. After all, a luxury watch is a guilty pleasure and that means, everything counts – from the mechanism to the precious metals to the design to its functionality. Even the brands can range from a sleek and sharp Baume & Mercier to an uber stylish Versace. So, how do you start building a watch collection? We selected seven timepieces that’ll make great additions to your timepiece collection.
Mikhail Gomes
Features Editor, Lifestyle Asia India & Contributor - Augustman
A watch aficionado, Mikhail also enjoys learning about fine whiskies, and one day hopes to establish his own menswear label. At Lifestyle Asia India, he writes on watches, menswear, auto and tech.
