Watches and especially luxury watches can be a fantastic and valuable present. While many consider watches a mere time-telling tool, others take great pleasure in buying luxury watches to celebrate milestones in life. Is it the 21st birthday or the 40th? Did you bag your dream job or celebrate your 50th anniversary? We aren’t here to tell what should be the ideal milestone for purchasing an extravagant luxury watch. But, we can surely help you choose one!
And before we share our carefully picked watch list, let’s give you an insight into the current watch world. The luxury watch world is booming at a crazy speed where enthusiasts are willing to offer a hefty value for the popular watch models. Besides that, luxury watches prove to be of great help during emergency cash shortages. For instance, you can always take a loan against luxury watches from reliable pawnbrokers to meet the need. So, even if it’s not a milestone, you can still purchase one for the future!
Here’s the list of fancy, sophisticated, and worthy time-telling pieces to buy for oneself or someone else as they reach special milestones.
1. Cartier Santos
The word ‘iconic’ is perhaps the most overused adjective to denote the watches. No matter how hard we try to avoid using this word, the Cartier Santos deserves the adjective. As many of you know, the Santos is the first wristwatch that came out in the late 19th and early 20th century. Before that, people were strapping pocket watches to their wrists. Cartier then changed the scenario by designing the Santos for his friend, Alberto Santos-Dumont. The Santos holds a robust history, and its design quite notably reflects that.
Some of the original features included in the Cartier Santos were the Roman numerals, Cabochon crown, and rail-style markings. Another significant feature was the unique exposed screws on the bezel. The Cartier Santos is casual, chic, sporty yet stylish, making it versatile wear. The modern-day Santos has a square dial with rounded edges that makes it easily recognisable. The dial has Roman numeral hour markers in black, an inner minute chapter ring, sword-shaped steel hands, and a date window at 6 o’clock. The watch stands out instantly for its enduring design.
2. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak debuted as a knight in shining armour. In 1971, AP realised its collapsing financial condition and asked Gerald Genta to design an unusual watch design to save the company. Genta came out with one of the most successful AP designs overnight: The Royal Oak. The first iterations were in white gold, and the genius design of the watch became an instant hit. The seamless fusion of the bracelet and the case, polished steel, and the protruding bezel screws made the watch a standout. It was beyond everything that AP could ever imagine. The Royal Oak marked a whole new market segment for luxury sports watches.
The typical Royal Oak design comprises a steel case, ‘A Tapisserie dial, an octagonal bezel, and an integrated bracelet that places the collection as a modern watch icon. AP built only 1000 pieces of this luxurious design known by collectors as the A-series of Ref. 5402. Initially, it was difficult for the brand to sell those 1000 pieces, but the sales soon took off! Today, The Royal Oak is Audemars Piguet’s most successful and sought-after collection that is instantly recognisable and enjoys a long trail of followers.
3. Rolex Datejust
Is any watch list complete without naming the king of all luxury watch brands? Rolex is a name that echoes at every corner of the watch world, and honestly, there are multiple models you could choose to celebrate a milestone. However, the Rolex Datejust is a range that we believe is simple and pragmatic. Making its debut in 1945, the Datejust is yet another easily recognisable watch combining the best of functions and aesthetics. One of the most striking features of this variant is the date window at 3 o’clock on the dial.
Other features that make the Datejust notable include:
- The 18ct yellow gold fluted bezel.
- Oyster case.
- Cyclops lens over the date.
- The Jubilee bracelet (specially made for the model).
Every component makes the Datejust a classic! You can avail of the collection in three sizes: 41mm, 36mm, and 31mm in various finishes, colours, and materials. To complement your look, you can even select from diamond-set or MOP (Mother Of Pearl) dials.
Did you know that investors are now considering Rolex a great investment option? Rolex watches hold great value! Moreover, you can always get a quick loan against Rolex watches to meet financial emergencies.
CONCLUSION
Celebrating a milestone is a moment of happiness and joy. All the watches listed above hold a special history and are a standout range from the respective watch brands. Furthermore, from an investment point of view, the watches will fetch an excellent amount, and you can even take a loan against a luxury watch if and when necessary. The pawnbrokers in London will happily offer you a hefty value!
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