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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Introduction
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Chapter 12: Proportions: The Right Size Watch For Your Wrist
Watch Case Diameter
Watch Case Thickness
Watch Band Width
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Introduction
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Introduction
“I don’t need a watch; I can
check my phone for the time”
I can relate.
The truth is, watches serve a much greater purpose then just
checking the time. Ask a racecar driver, or a pilot (More on that in
later chapters).
This book is not only going to explain WHY every man should wear a
watch, but also how to find and purchase the perfect watch for you.
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2. Watches Are
Functional
Any item inspired by the
military has a functional use.
Wrist watches included.
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So when your cellphone runs out of battery - you can trust the
technology that keeps running on your wrist.
When you wear a watch - it’s less likely you will fall back on your
phone as a distraction. Often, checking the phone for time results in
a rabbit-trail of activities including checking every messenger app,
email and Facebook.
Many men are only going to be seen with three main accessories
decorating their hands - a nice watch, a stylish pair of cuff links, and
a simple wedding band if they're married.
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For those that prefer a bit of high-status bling on their wrist, a Rolex
can be an understated, timeless and incredibly masculine accessory.
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5. Watches
Embody
Craftsmanship
A wrist watch is more than
a time-keeper.
It is a symbol of tradition
and history encased in a
showpiece with extreme
craftsmanship.
Art on a watch can come in multiple forms. The dial can literally be a
painting, or the design of the instrument itself is pure art. For many
people - the movement arouses as much fascination as the dial and
case.
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Having their watches makes you think of them, in a real way. They
wore these same watches which show signs of use, care and and
love.
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The only other obsession matched with the passion for this
inanimate object is the passion men share for cars. A watch
collection is far easier to maintain and less expensive as a hobby.
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Chapter 1 Key
Takeaways
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Dress Watches
Dress watches are arguably the first watch every man should own.
Usually found with a leather strap, a dress watch is the go to choice
to wear with a suit. They can be dressed down as well with different
business casual outfits.
Color plays a large role in dress watches as well.
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Casual Watches
You can tell a watch is casual from the material and color.
Made from different fabrics like nylon or canvas, these work great
with vacation outfits or casual clothing. Wear them to the beach, or
to a family BBQ where dress attire would be too much.
Band of a Casual Watch:
Nylon
Metal
Tweed
Color of Casual Watch Straps:
Various colors and patterns
Checks
Stripes
Red
White
Blue
Purple
Black
Color of Casual Watch Casing
Silver
Black
Gold
Brown Share this eBook!
Blue
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Functional Watches
These are the racing watches, dive watches, aviation watches, and
field watches.
Each watch serves a purpose and should be worn for specific tasks.
The formalities of these watches correlates directly with the
purpose they serve.
The fabric is usually rubber, canvas, or leather depending on the job.
More on each watch in later chapters.
Band of a Functional Watch
Rubber
Canvas
Leather
Metal
Depends on the function
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Chapter 2 Key
Takeaways
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While most watch purchases are based solely on the exterior, a man
who has an eye for detail will appreciate the mechanism on the
inside of a watch.
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1. Quartz Movement
In 1969, Seiko, the Japanese watchmakers introduced the quartz
movement.
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2. Mechanical Movement
The passage of time on a mechanical movement watch is measured
by a spring-driven
mechanism. The spring
(also called
a mainspring), needs to
be wound periodically.
Mechanical or manual
timepieces perform
virtually the same
function as those
powered by quartz
movement.
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3. Automatic Movement
Often referred to as self-winding, an automatic watch is a
mechanical watch that harnesses kinetic energy from the natural
motion of the wearer's
wrist.
The mainspring is
automatically wound
from the natural
movements of the
wearer's wrist. Manual
winding is not
required.
How Automatic
Movement Works
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Chapter 3 Key
Takeaways
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Function
Class
Relaxation
When you’re shopping for bands keep wrist size & proportions in
mind. Metal bands will look bulkier on smaller wrists, even if they’re
the same size as the leather straps. If you have small wrists, it’s best
to stay away from metal.
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Leather
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Examples:
Cowhide
Calfskin
Bison
Lizard
Snake
Alligator
Full Grain
Top Grain
Genuine (Suede)
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Metal
A metal watchband, even one the same size as a leather band, will
always appear larger & heavier because of the nature of metal. This
is an important consideration if you have smaller wrists.Metal bands
will present the appearance of a larger watch, making it a primary
choice for men with larger wrists.
Metal is lower on the formality scale than leather. It goes well with
sports coats and a pair of odd trousers or denim. On occasion it’s
okay to wear metal bands with suits if it’s not a formal suit.
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Aluminum
Rhodium
Gold
Silver
Platinum
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Fabric
Rubber
Nylon
Tweed
Plastic blends
When looking for quality it’s best to stay away from plastics. They’re
pretty cheap and will easily break over time. Rubber is great for
divers or runners that sweat heavily as it won’t absorb water.
Tweed is a little dressier and can be matched with business casual
outfits.
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Takeaways
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Dress Watch
Features
So what are the important features to look for then? Put simply,
simplicity.
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Cartier Tank
Remember, dress watches aren’t going to be read quickly in
dynamic environments the way a sport or military watch would.
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The Cartier Tank watch was designed around the time of WWI and
so-named because it resembled early
French tanks when viewed from above. It was a favorite of JFK and
with good reason; it’s difficult to think of a watch that looks more
presidential.
The tank features a square case and distinctive roman numeral hour
markers in black on a white dial.
Hamilton Intra-Matic
The Hamilton Intra-Matic is a
really nice looking watch that
evokes the design aesthetic of
the early-1960s.
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dress watch”.
Tissot Visodate
I wasn’t sure what to make of
Tissot at first. They’re known
for their sport watches, many
of which just aren’t my style.
Then I discovered the Heritage
line.
The Tissot Heritage Visodate looks like something you’d see on the
wrist of a physicist at an atomic research lab in the 1950s. That’s a
compliment, by the way. I love the look of this watch.
It’s available in white and silver or black and gold. The large
day/date window looks considerably more discrete on the white
and silver, plus that combo just screams space-age.
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Seiko SRN052
It’s the best of both worlds; the accuracy of quartz, without the
hassle of having to change batteries. Not bad for less than $200.
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It may be an important
meeting or a job interview.
A dress watch is the only watch that will serve at formal and
business events.
For this reason, the dress watch is the only watch in your collection
that is absolutely indispensable.
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The style has persisted and the modern man would be well served
by adding one to his collection.
The polished gold hour markers that are common on more formal
watches can be slow to read in the field and can create undesirable
glare under sunlight.
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Most modern field watches take inspiration from these two designs.
The major differences being size and movement.
The originals were 36mm cases with hand wound movements, while
the modern versions are in the 38-44mm range and usually feature
automatic or quartz movements.
There are field watches available for every budget and so every man
should consider adding one to his collection.
Here are the most classic brands that manufacture field watches.
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Timex
Timex makes a number of field
watches in the $30-$60 range.
Wenger
Wenger’s Swiss Army line also offers several field watches.
The Terragraph series has an iconic dial with small seconds and the
inner-outer, 12-24 hour markings of the A-17.
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Victorinox
They have branded all of their field watches under their Infantry
collection.
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Hamilton
Hamilton is a really interesting
player in the field watch game.
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Marathon
Marathon is one of the only manufacturers producing watches
under US military contract today.
While best known for their SAR line of dive watches, they have
recently issued an updated field watch modeled after the A-17.
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The GP Mechanical is an
interesting combination of
modern and traditional.
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Chapter 6 Key
Takeaways
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These are some of the things that come to mind when we think
about aviator style. Today we’re going to talk about aviation
watches.
I’ve always had a keen interest in aviators’ watches and I’m going to
share my insights and observations to help you choose your ideal
timepiece.
There isn’t any one style that defines an aviator watch.In keeping
with the forward thinking nature of the aviation industry, the type
has grown and developed as new technology and new requirements
have emerged.
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This allowed pilots to track flight time with the Zulu bezel and still
use the local time zone while on the ground.
Once the space race got into full swing and astronauts became
celebrities, watch manufacturers were quick to advertise the
watches that NASA selected for use in space. The most famous such
watch is the Omega Speedmaster Professional.
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In my experience, airplane
pilots tend to prefer
Skyhawks, while the
Nighthawk is favored by
helicopter pilots.
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How to Wear an
Aviator Watch?
The watches, much like the
pilots who inspired them, can be
Most aviation watches a bit ostentatious and
lend themselves well inappropriate in more formal
settings.
to casual and business
casual wear. Make sure you have the
confidence to bend the rules if
you choose to wear one with a
suit.
Whether you prefer the simple utility of the Flieger, the cutting edge
features of the Skyhawk or the history behind the Speedmaster Pro,
there is an aviation watch to suit every man’s style.
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Chapter 7 Key
Takeaways
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Having planted the plastic explosives, Bond sets the timer on the
detonator after first checking the time on his Rolex Submariner.
Just like that, Sean Connery propelled the dive watch into stardom,
where it has remained ever since.
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A group of world class, top-tier operators like the Navy SEALs are
going to demand only the best from their equipment.
Their dive skills are what distinguish the SEALs from their brother
special operations forces and so they, like Bond are known for their
taste in watches.
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The range of features and calculations means this one tool can step-
up to many of the situations that these operators made encounter.
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“A Rolex is a jewel, a
Marathon is a tool”.
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You’ll have far more exotic color and style options when selecting a
racing watch than say, a field watch. Just remember that the flashier
the watch, the more casual it becomes and dress accordingly.
Racing Watch
Essentials
There are two features which
define a good race watch. A
chronograph and a tachymeter.
Racing watches, not A chronograph is a watch with a
being bound by separate stopwatch function,
usually featuring an extra sub-
uniformity, tend to be dial (or three) and pushers at
much flashier. the 2 and 4 o’clock positions to
start/stop and reset the second
hand.
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see 120 at the 6 o’clock (or 30 second) position on the bezel. The
watch is telling you that your speed is 120 miles per hour.
It doesn’t matter what unit of measure you use; the tachymeter still
reads units per hour. Obviously that can be useful to a racer
calculating laps per hour at a track.
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Omega Speedmaster
You may recall the so-called Moon Watch from the Aviation
Watches, but Ed White’s famous Omega was actually a racing
chronograph.
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Torgoen
Torgoen is a Swiss watch
manufacturer that started out
making aviation watches.
Some racing watches could work with business casual attire, while
others are sport watches and might not even be appropriate for
casual wear.
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Chapter 9 Key
Takeaways
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FAIL!!
Most men prefer to own more than one watch so they can wear the
appropriate timepiece to complement their outfit.
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What are the 5 watch-matching rules that are timeless and relevant
in any situation?
Dress or casual?
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Watch Categories
The recent developments in
wearable technology has
allowed watchmakers to make
nifty gadgets that are far
advanced than simple
timepieces.
The most formal dress watch are the ones that only show hours,
minutes, seconds and maybe the date. Complications in dress
watches are simpler and not related to sport.
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Levels of Formality
Watches are made for a specific purpose. Avoid common fashion
blunders by matching your watch style with the formality of the
occasion.
The strap, case and watch dial are protected with materials that
allow you to focus on the activity – no need to worry about your
watch snapping off your wrist or the glass shattering mid-game.
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Gold or silver bands are appropriate when they complement the rest
of your outfit.
The metals used to make the case include steel, gold, silver, platinum
and titanium.
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A rose gold watch can be worn with a gold belt buckle – it’s close
enough.
What if the metal casing on the watch is blacked out? Then you can
go with either gold or silver.
You want to coordinate the metal color with your watch and ring, so
that all your accessories, for example, are gold.
The other accessories you will need to pay attention to include cuff
links, shoe buckles, buckles on the side adjusters of trousers or on
the back of your waistcoats and any other piece of jewelry on your
outfit.
Heirloom Watches
Bend the Rules
Heirloom pieces represent a
legacy.
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Heirlooms allow you to bend and even violate the rules mentioned
here.
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Silver watches match best with shoes in black, gray, silver, and blue
shades.
For the best effect, pick a watch according to your size as well.
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Use these tips to ensure a harmony between your clothes and your
watch.
Here’s a video on matching your outfit with you watch. Click here to
watch in Youtube.
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Chapter 10
Key Takeaways
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You see, a quality watch isn’t just a tool that shows time.
A man’s watch is a sign of taste, where you are in life, and it’s
something that shouldn’t be “faked”.
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And let me be clear – any man can buy a great watch at a very
affordable price.
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Check the reputation of both the dealer and company first. If they’re
new, make sure they have testimonials and or a strong social media
presence where they are engaging with customers and following up
with questions.
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This is a good price range for men with disposable income looking to
purchase their first statement quality watch.
Of all the ranges – this is the one that has the widest variety of
quality levels and you can find deals or get ripped off.
I advise you not buying your first watch at this price point as you’ll
want to have tested a few at lower price points to ensure you’re
going to get your money’s worth and enjoyment from a watch at this
level.
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Watches as an investment?
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Watches are practical purchases that can be worn for decades. A fine
wristwatch can signify a milestone or an achievement – like
graduating from college or getting your first job.
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Chapter 11
Key Takeaways
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If you have a larger wrist you will want a larger watch.Let's break
that down a little bit more into 3 key elements.
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So how do you know what size works for you?Measure your wrist.
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This is no longer the case now with electronic watches entering the
market, as well as quartz designs.
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If you have larger wrists, you may lean towards wider bands.
If you are only shopping for cases and want to pick out a band later,
you can determine what the width of the band will be based on
the lug width.
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Chapter 12
Key Takeaways
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There is no such thing as a bad watch. They all perform the same
basic function - tell time. Your watch purchase should therefore be
according to your personal style, budget and occupation. In that
particular order.
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1. Personal Style
Your watch should be an extension of your own personal style.
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2. Budget
Your budget determines
the type of watch movement
you purchase. If you only
have a couple of hundred
dollars, a minimal quartz
watch from a recognized
brand will suffice.
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3. Occupation
Arguably one of the most famous watch brands today, back in the
'50s and '60s, Rolex was known almost exclusively by the
professional divers and pilots who relied on the functions the
watches offered.
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After considering these three factors, make sure you buy a watch
that thrills you every time you catch a glimpse of it on your wrist.
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Key Takeaways
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Conclusion
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Conclusion
So, still want to check your phone for the time? OR would you rather
adorn your wrist with a classic timepiece and make your statement
to the world.
No matter your budget, lifestyle, or occupation there is a perfect
watch out there for you.
This is just the tip of the iceberg. We want to invite you to become a
watch enthusiast and learn what many men around the world
already understand. That watches are a journey to making time
become a bigger part of your life.
It is after all the most precious commodity. Don’t waste it on your
phone… ;)
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