from $3,200
This Swiss-made automatic watch features a 26-jewel movement, visible through its screw-down sapphire crystal case back. Luminous grey Dauphine hands mark time against a dial with a combination of luminous Roman numerals and baton indexes. A date indicator is also present.
Decide between quartz (accurate, low maintenance) or mechanical (craftsmanship, sweeping hand, requires servicing). Match the case diameter to your wrist size to avoid looking disproportionate. Available from $3,200.
Mechanical watches require professional servicing every 5-7 years to clean and oil the movement, which can be expensive. Quartz watches simply need cheap battery replacements.
Common Failure Modes
Water ingress from unsealed crowns and shattered crystals are the most common fatal damage. Mechanical movements will simply stop keeping accurate time as lubricants dry up.
Decide between quartz (accurate, low maintenance) or mechanical (craftsmanship, sweeping hand, requires servicing). Match the case diameter to your wrist size to avoid looking disproportionate.
A well-maintained mechanical or quartz watch can easily last a lifetime and be passed down through generations. Smartwatches, however, are limited by battery degradation.
The Baume & Mercier Riviera Watch Automatic 42mm with Dark Blue Dial is available at abt, starting at $3,200.
Mechanical watches require professional servicing every 5-7 years to clean and oil the movement, which can be expensive. Quartz watches simply need cheap battery replacements.
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