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Popular Watch Brands That You Can Choose From

If you would like a complete wardrobe, it is best to invest in a watch that complements your personality and the clothes you are wearing.  The perfect watch can enhance the character that you would like to project.  By itself, the watch has an attitude that can add to your appeal every time you wear it.  For some, a watch is an extension of one’s personality, reflecting an individual’s unique characteristics.  Since the watch is a functional accessory, it is important that when you choose a watch, you have to consider its durability, design, functionality, and cost.

One of the concerns of watch shoppers is that many of the renowned watch brands do not fit within their budget.  Some buyers are cautious about choosing inexpensive watches because they are wary about the quality and the durability of the watch.  They are also concerned about the statement that they are going to make if they are seen wearing a cheap replica of known brands.  To help you choose the perfect watch as you weigh design, functionality, quality, and cost, here are some of the top consumer watch choices.

1.  Swatch

Almost everyone knows the world’s largest watch manufacturer.  Swatch has a wide array of designs that cater to each personality and function requirements.  This brand is a popular choice for trendy people with vibrant personalities since the brand offers watches in bright colors and designs.  Although these are the designs that Swatch is known for, the brand also has a Swarovski-laden Bijoux line for a classy look.

2.  Bulova

If you are looking for en elegant timepiece, Bulova is a good choice.  The designs of this American brand combine elegance, functionality, and durability that made Bulova last for more than one hundred years.  In fact, the technology used for Bulova watches was employed by the NASA in the 1950s and 1960s.  That would be sufficient to say that this brand is very reliable that it was preferred by scientists.

3.  Seiko

Seiko is a popular brand of timepieces with classic designs.  Although it only got its current name it 1924, it has been operating for 43 years before that.  If you are looking for a durable watch at an affordable price, Seiko is the brand that usually tops the list.  Through some people might raise eyebrows about wearing an inexpensive brand, you can be proud that Seiko has been an official sponsor of some major sporting events and the Olympics. 

4.  Tissot

If you are looking for something that combines elegance with unique technology, this is the brand that you should consider.  The first mass-produced pocket watch was introduced by Tissot in 1853.  During 1929 to 1930, this watch manufacturer also released the first anti-magnetic watch.  Tissot remains to be a pioneer in watch technology as it is the first company to come up with using plastics, wood, stone, and mother of pearl for making watches.  At present, Tissot is known for the T-touch technology with some of the latest watch models sporting touch-sensitivity through the sapphire glasses and barometers, compasses, thermometers, and altimeters.  Because of these features, Tissot is the timepiece of choice for the characters in the movies Mr. & Mrs. Smith and Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life.

5.  Citizen

Citizen might not be a popular choice among those looking for luxury watches but it is one of the top choices for people who are looking for high quality, eco-friendly, and affordable watches.  This Japanese brand is known in the US for its Eco-Drive line that uses batteries that are recharged through the solar panel on the watch’s face.  Many of its bracelet bands have the special DCP (Deployment Clasp with a Push-Button) that sets it apart from other brands.

About the Author

Joaquin Rivera is a collector of watches. He has written several articles on watches and watch-collecting as a hobby.

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