Bench Watches

If you have a middle or high-grade mechanical watch, Maybe you should give it a complete maintenance every two or three years, i.e, replace water resistant Components, check whether it’s still accurate and how about movement deterioration, clean the movement and make appearance maintenance, etc. these will surely extend the service life of your Mechanical  watch. Just take a rest to check the following 10 simple tips about how to maintain your mechanical watches:1. Not Wearing watches for days, maybe you should wind it up manually, shake or swing for several minutes to get it winded up if your watch is automatic, which may keep all the functions fine.2. Don’t open the back case too often, to avoid getting dust in and being out of normal work.3. Don’t place your watches everywhere there’s camphor balls, which will drive the oil in the watch useless.4. Don’t put your watches on or besides your amplifier machine, audio, TV and other similar home devices, to prevent from magnetization.5. When wearing your watches, note that your sweat out of your skin will corrode the case, better if it’s made of Ni-Cr alloy for overall steel watches, or it may get corroded in case worn on your wrist for many hours, therefore, it will be nice to dry the sweat with cloth or lay a watch stand below the back case during a rest.6. Cystal renovation. After months’ wears, your crystal may get scratched. Give a few drops of water on the face, and a little of toothpaste, then you can get the crystal back to new by Rubbing the face!7. When receiveing your lovely watches, and unfolding outer package, do remember keeping all the boxes. these boxes can protect your watches from dropped or stricken! it’s very nice if you can lay it back to boxes when you don’t wanna wear them, which will reduce the rate of damage greatly.8. Better not wear the same watch for days, more than one watch in storage will be good. not only it helps you be more stylish, but avoid more dust accumulation on the same watch. Take more care of your leather watch bracelet, in case of wear and tear duing to often wearing, or it may look likes an old item even a new watch.9. Don’t sleep with your watches on your wrist. It’s bad for your health if it’s luminous, this is because the luminous watch dial indicator and the coating of luminescent material, is mainly a mixture of radium and zinc sulfide, radium-ray can stimulate light-emitting zinc sulfide crystals. Sleeping with watches, you may get unhealthy ray radiation, too. Better way you may folllow is taking off you watch from you wrist and laying it on your desk.10. Mechanical watch gets damped? dont worry, try pressing it with dry cotton, then baking for 5 minutes besides a 40W bulb(laid about 15cm away), all the humidity will get out! But how if you gotta a quartz watch? Just take a bit of calcium chloride, packed with soft coth, then open the case of your quartz watch, and encase the packed calcium chloride and your watch into a sealed plastic bag or glass bottles, normally you will get your quartz watch fine three hours or more later.

The first ever mechanical time-keeping devices that could be worn by a person instead of mounted to a wall were called clock-watches. They possessed only a single hour hand, and had to be wound twice each day. And of course, they were notoriously inaccurate, with poor quality movement and heavy, unwieldy pieces.

The next stage of advancement was the ever-so-adorable pocket watch. In the 1600’s, the upper crust was extraordinarily concerned with fashion, and apparently the pocket watch was crafted after King Charles II of England brought the fashion of the waistcoat to hip gentlemen in Europe. Pocket watches still exist (in a sort of meta, anachronistic kind of way), but the originals were quite inaccurate. It wasn’t until 1657 and the invention of the balance spring that minute and even second hands were used. In 1765, chronometers started being used, and pretty delicate temperature compensations further whittled down the margin of error on fine pocket watches.

In the early 1800’s, what’s known as a lever escapement was created by a watch worker Thomas Mudge, and suddenly pocket watches were much more viable and popular, and not only for the rich. In 1850 with the onset of the industrial revolution, humanity suddenly realized the potential of mass production, and something of a ‘pop culture’ obsession grew around pocket watches and later, wristwatches.

Wristwatches has actually been in use for quite sometime by women, who were thought not to possess the correct garb (or enough masculinity) to successfully carry a pocket watch everywhere, and thus were reduced to strapping timepieces to their wrists. It wasn’t until about the 20th century that wristwatches became a man’s item, as well.

The original wristwatches were called ‘trench’ watches, and they were much larger than today’s wristwatches. In 1923, John Harwood revolutionized the watch-making world when he invented a watch that could wind itself, and pocket watches were history.

In the 1950’s, electric watches came onto the scene, and in 1969 quartz watches graced the world stage. As accuracy was pinpointed to the perfectly predictable oscillations of these fine new instruments, wrist watches became more about performance and less about fashion, though of course they still remain a staple accessory and beautiful pieces of technology.

Today, many fear that with the onset of cell phones, iStuff, and hand held computing devices, watches will go the way of the dinosaurs. Why bother strapping and antiquated technology to your wrist when you can access a multitude of information with your electronics?

Because there is something timeless about the timekeeping of a watch- the slow, inexorable ticking of our passage through the 4th dimension that can’t be captured on the glowing screen of an iPhone. There will always be a place for beautiful, functional wristwatches in the world.

For anyone who has ever dreamed of owning a Bentley, the Breitling watch company has created a full line of distinguished men’s watches which are reminiscent of the Bentley’s sophistication, design and British refinement. This Bentley-inspired collection, which resulted from a partnership between Breitling Watches and Bentley Motors, is a departure from Breitling’s traditional association with aviation.

Below is a review of the groundbreaking Breitling for Bentley collection, which captures the elegance and styling that is quintessentially “Bentley”.

* The Bentley Motors signature chronograph features knurled finishing on the bezel, inspired by the control buttons on a Bentley dashboard. The large diameter case on this chronograph has a unique mechanism called the “30-second” type, where the center hand sweeps around in only 30 seconds, rather than the customary 60, which is a feature of Breitling’s Calibre 25 movement. As a tribute to the automotive world, the Bentley Motors is also equipped with a “variable tachometer”, enabling the wearer to measure the average speed, distance covered, and highest speed reached.

* Breitling Bentley 6.75 WatchThe Breitling Bentley 6.75 is named after the 6.75 liter engine that powers Bentley’s luxurious limos, known as Arnage. This timepiece marks the marriage between performance and tradition, just like the engine after which it was named. The large aperture calendar on this chronograph features a highly readable date through two separate indicators and the case design, dial workmanship and precision assembly complements its refined aesthetic. Like the Bentley motors, the bezel is adorned with the knurled characteristic motifs, reminiscent of a Bentley interior. Choose from steel, yellow gold or a limited edition of rose gold finishes.

* Bentley Motors T is known for its more sporting design, with subtly alternating satin brushed finishing on top and polished surfaces along the sides. On the case back, this chronograph features a raised engraving that depicts three legendary Bentleys: the R-Type Continental, the Continental GT, and the Speed 6. Like these classic automobiles, the Breitling Bentley Motors T chronograph offers an elegant mix of performance and style.

* Paying homage to motor sports, Breitling’s Bentley GT chronograph is reinterpreted in a more sophisticated model – the Bentley GT Racing. The subtle contrast of finely brushed metals with polished edges, this version features a “Speed” bracelet and a medallion on the case back that depicts a Bentley Continental GT silhouette.

* The Bentley GMT is an inspired, boldly designed chronograph which has been called a “wrist sculpture” by many. A single sweep integrates the curve of the case into the wristband, which results in a highly original lug design. A contemporary, black rubber strap and the “totalizer” rims on the dial are truly inspired by the dashboard of a Bentley. Featuring a multiple time zone display and a rotating inner bezel that bears the name of 24 cities at a glance, the GMT is born to travel. Available in steel and precious red-gold version, and in the Speed bracelet or GMT rubber strap, this timepiece is a shining star in Breitling’s Bentley collection.

* Breitling’s Mulliner Tourbillon is named after the Bentley workshop known for creating cars that define luxury, and Bentley connoisseurs appreciate the sophistication and precision of this model. This rare watch is a genuine collectors’ item, since only a few dozen will be made over the coming years, but for devotees of complex chronographs, this exclusivity makes them all the more desirable. Fully customizable, these watches allow the future owner to choose from platinum, rose gold, yellow gold and white cold case metals, as well as the color of the dial and crocodile leather strap. Utilizing the highest standards of precision watch making, each finely crafted Mulliner Tourbillon is a unique work of art.

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Whether it is the cars we drive or the watches we wear, all of them started with an idea and a dream. Whether it was by accident or planned, there is no way that the creators of technology could have imagined that their initial designs would have blossomed into the amazing products that we have today.
The next time you look at your watch realize that Peter Henlein invented the first pocket watch in Nuremberg, Germany. It wasn’t very accurate, which is sort of ironic since Germans are known for their accuracy. While this was the first portable watch, it was not the first wristwatch.
The first wristwatch was worn and created by the French mathematician and philosopher, Blaise Pascal. He simply attached string to his pocket watch, and, Walla, a future industry was created. So the next time, you I look to see what time it is on your Breitling chronometer, or whatever timepiece it is that you wear, know that the foundation for it was built by a man in Germany who took his clock with him wherever he went. Even though he was probably always either too late or too early for most of his appointments, no doubt he was the talk of whatever meeting he did attend with his portable watch. So it might be safe to say he was the first person to create a buzz with the timepiece that he was carting around. Moreover, go figure a mathematician and philosopher from France who probably was just too lazy to take his pocket watch out of his pocket, created one of the largest industries in the world. Of course this is in jest and these men were pioneers of their day.
So why is it important to know the history of your designer watch and the background of watches in general? With so many watches out there to choose from it can be very confusing. Do you buy a chronometer? How does that chronometer stack up against that simple Swatch which recently caught your attention? Learn what suits your needs. Learn for what purposes those three little dials that you have never quite figured out how to use, were really intended. You probably wouldn’t by a car without looking under the hood, why not do the same with your timepiece?
Now that we know who created the first watch, maybe next time we will find out which companies were the first to capitalize on it.

Whether it is the cars we drive or the watches we wear, all of them started with an idea and a dream. Whether it was by accident or planned, there is no way that the creators of technology could have imagined that their initial designs would have blossomed into the amazing products that we have today.The next time you look at your watch realize that Peter Henlein invented the first pocket watch in Nuremberg, Germany. It wasn’t very accurate, which is sort of ironic since Germans are known for their accuracy. While this was the first portable watch, it was not the first wristwatch.The first wristwatch was worn and created by the French mathematician and philosopher, Blaise Pascal. He simply attached string to his pocket watch, and, Walla, a future industry was created. So the next time, you I look to see what time it is on your Breitling chronometer, or whatever timepiece it is that you wear, know that the foundation for it was built by a man in Germany who took his clock with him wherever he went. Even though he was probably always either too late or too early for most of his appointments, no doubt he was the talk of whatever meeting he did attend with his portable watch. So it might be safe to say he was the first person to create a buzz with the timepiece that he was carting around. Moreover, go figure a mathematician and philosopher from France who probably was just too lazy to take his pocket watch out of his pocket, created one of the largest industries in the world. Of course this is in jest and these men were pioneers of their day.So why is it important to know the history of your designer watch and the background of watches in general? With so many watches out there to choose from it can be very confusing. Do you buy a chronometer? How does that chronometer stack up against that simple Swatch which recently caught your attention? Learn what suits your needs. Learn for what purposes those three little dials that you have never quite figured out how to use, were really intended. You probably wouldn’t by a car without looking under the hood, why not do the same with your timepiece?Now that we know who created the first watch, maybe next time we will find out which companies were the first to capitalize on it.

Copyright (c) 2008 WatchesOnNet
It has been estimated by Swiss Customs Service, that there are some 30 to 40 million counterfeit watches put into circulation each year. While that number alone is staggering, think about that over a five-year period. In that timeframe there are almost 200 million fake watches that have been thrust onto the market. If you really want to get crazy with the numbers and do it for the last ten years that would mean that there are close to 400 million counterfeit watches on the market, an extremely scary number, especially when you realize that there are more fake watches around then there are Americans.
Why is this important issue now? Well it is the Holidays and what better gift to give that special someone in your life the gift of time? Since many Americans and people across the world are crunched for cash these days, a large proportion will be looking for deals and bargains during their Holiday shopping. You would not buy a car without looking under the hood, so please do the same while buying your new watch.
The problem these days is how well fakes are made, and scarily, many fakes can be worth more than most watches. Moreover, a fake watch can cost anywhere from five dollars to one thousand dollars. Just because your watch costs a lot does not mean that it is real. Most stores, whether online or brick and mortar, are reputable, and for the most part, if you are paying with your credit card, your purchase is insured. However, in the online age with companies like eBay where you truly do not know who the seller is, and you are bidding on what might or might not be real, be careful.
Do not kid yourself; selling fakes is a huge business, even if you are looking for the deal on eBay or on Craig list. There is also a good chance if you are buying a watch that is fake, and then the person that you are buying it from is a fake too. So while your online purchase might seem to be a really great deal, isn’t the insurance of knowing something is real worth more than the few dollars that you would have saved? Remember, while to most of us this is the season of giving, to many of these counterfeit watch dealers this is the season of taking; buyer beware and Happy Holidays.

Watch as a high-precision timing equipment, and art jewelry, proper use and maintenance is essential to extend the service life, watch precision and keep appearance pieces nice to get a high quality life!

Check the following items to get known more about how to maintain your luxury watches!

1, Maintenance of appearance pieces: (1) Case and strap: There are a variety of materials for watch case and strap, such as tungsten titanium alloy, high-tech ceramic, stainless steel, soft fiber, and ordinary steel, may should avoid being rubbed or stricken against something at the same or higher hardness. Watch case and strap regular cleaning Is also very necessary, note to keep away from sea water, salt water bath, perfume, shampoo, nail polish, nail with water and some chemicals in cosmetics, or they’ll erode your gold plated or steel face of watch.

(2) Crystal: Crystal can be divided into the synthesis of crystal rubber, mineral glass, and sapphire glass. the synthesis of crystal rubber is less scratch-prone, but highly resistant to impact force; sapphire crystal features high abrasion resistance, but brittle from heavy impact; mine glass is between the characteristics of these two. Even if sapphire should be also paid attention to objects like diamonds, stone, sandpaper, nail files, surface stone fence, and impurities ?in concrete walls, etc, in order not to scratch the surface.

2, Watch water resistant: 30 meters Water resistant: referring to the living water, washing hands, washing face, getting wet in the rain, splashing water, etc. 50 meters Water resistant: fishing, car washing, showers, swimming and so on. 100 meters above the water: apply to diving, submarine tours, etc..

3, Quartz watch: Maybe you should replace batteries regularly(ordinary can last for 1-2 years), along with seals, and make water testing. some types of watches prompt you when power is off, do change it during following three weeks after prompted.

4, Mechanical watches: Have a look at your movement every 2-3 years, cleaning and fueling will be fine. If not worn for a long-term, it should be regularly tighten to get movement moved.

5, Do not do these to your watches: (1) Take a sauna bath Whatever the water resistant of your watch is, do not take a sauna, the movement may get harmed even you don’t notice them by appearance. Because the pieces of the watch case are made up of different expansion rate of materials, if the ambient temperature is higher than or equal to 50 degrees, press difference will be brought out within the watch, then the air will run out, when the temperature difference recovers, the outside air will be back to the watch. Usually, the temperature in sauna room is far higher than standard, the air in the watch will get out and its humidity will be higher than standard air condition. maybe you don’t view water vapor, however, when it meets low temperature Suddenly, of which is higher than usual condition, the vapor will coagulate on the surface of glass to form water or fog, steam heat will accelerate the aging of water resistant apron, therefore, it won’t protect your watch any longer.

(2) Confirm for the sapphire crystal via water drops condensation. It’s unscientific, because some mineral glass will also coagulate droplets, and water droplets may also spread on some sapphire crystal, but have the same high abrasion resistance. table mirror material for which manufacturers will be made clear, and to try not to use the drops. Manufacturers will make it clear what’s the crystal material, dont test via water droplets.

(3)Quartz watch will not be water resistant and inaccurate any longer after batteries replacement. That’s not true. Make sure get re-suppressed re-waterproofing, and tested whether time error is within the normal value by professional technician, which will help you more.

(4) Test watches’ abrasion resistance by rubing on ground or scratching the surface. Do not recommend this. Indeed high-tech ceramic has high abrasion resistance degree, but brittle from heavy impact and dropment.

6, Other notes: Dont adjust the calendar at night(from 8 PM to 2 AM)!

For $300 and up watches:This is a broad range of watches with probably the largest selection of watches in it. For some of you $300 is a huge sum for a watch, while for others of you, this is a paltry amount barely worth your attention. If you are in the former category, you’ll want to listen up as these are important things to look for. Again, this is just one partial list, and there are of course others things that go into a good watch.1. Sapphire CrystalA watch crystal is the transparent cover over the face of the watch. Crystals have been made using different materials over the years, but only a few major materials dominate the market today. Most of the watch you’ll look at have one of two types of crystals; mineral glass or synthetic sapphire crystals. Mineral crystals are cheaper and offer one benefit over sapphire – they don’t tend to shatter if stuck hard. Meaning they will crack, but not shatter. Shattered sapphire crystals are relatively rare and typically occur with a harsh impact. The better the watch, the thicker the sapphire crystal will be, and thus less likely to crack. Sapphire crystals are incredibly scratch-resistant though. You often seen well-worn watches with beat up cases but a “flawless” crystal. Thus, sapphire crystals are more desirable to mineral crystals and should be preferred the majority of the time.2. Solid Metal ConstructionTo some people it might be obvious to get a watch out of solid metal, but you’d be surprised at how some cheaper watches cut costs. Steel watches should be make from grade 316L stainless steel almost all the time. Plus, the watch case and bracelet links should be solid pieces of metal rather than folder metal or anything hollow. it is easy to tell a solid bracelet by looking at the side of it and noticing it if looks like one solid piece. In watches at this level, cases are best made from the fewest amount of pieces and using the most metal possible. This means the least (or no) amount of materials such as plastic or otherwise.3. Swiss movement or Japanese Movement (if it is a Japanese watch)Switzerland is known for making high quality watch movements – you knew that. Japan also makes good movements, but not all movements are created equally. Most of the the time Swiss movements comes from ETA, or Ronda – especially if they are quartz movements (though this is not always the case). Japanese quartz movements typically come from makers such as Seiko, Citizen, and Casio. While these countries are not the only makers of movements, at these price points try to get movements from these regions as much as possible. Plus, if a watch is not Japanese, try to find one with a Swiss movement. You generally want to stay away from Chinese movements, though this is not always a signal of low quality. Japanese watches probably utilize Japanese movements the best, though you’ll find Japanese movements (often Miyota which is part of Citizen) in timepiece from all over the world. Lastly, at this price point don’t worry too much about finding mechanical watches – you are just fine with a quartz movement – even though there are plenty of mechanical movements available.swiss-eta-quartz-movement4.Solid Feeling ConstructionYou want your watch to feel well put together and solid. Check to see how well the strap or bracelet fits to the case. There should little to no wiggle room. Put the watch on your wrist and see how well the clasp or buckle operates, they should be smooth with a nice action. They should further not feel flimsy or poorly sized. If the watch has a rotating diver’s bezel, again twist it around and see how much movement it gives in a resting position. A good watch should not make too much or any noise when shifting around briskly on your wrist, and it goes without saying that it should feel like it is all assembled in tight fitting manner. It is also the case that a lot of the time Swiss companies (even at these lower price points), make better metal bracelets than other countries even Japan. it is true that a Swiss design bracelet might actually be manufactured elsewhere, but they take great pride in refinement of these areas.5. Designed by Actual Watch MakersConsider that two types of people are designing watches. Those that care about how well a watch functions as a timepiece, and others that just care about how they look. The best watches are designed using fundamental watch design principles that value function AND form. The alternative are “fashion” watches that might look nice, but actually have superfluous or vestigial design cues. Worst case scenario is a watch that is so poorly design it does not even function properly. Examples of this are missing chronograph subdials, erroneous markers on dial, inoperable measuring scales just placed for show, and my all time biggest pet peeve – hands that are too short or the wrong size. The last thing you want is your nice looking watch to function like a movie prop. So do yourself a favor and really take a good long look dial and all its features figuring out what each and everything function does, along with making a decision of whether it is usable given your standards. This is one of the biggest problems in the watch market today, and you’ll be proud that you took the time to find a watch that was actually designed to be a highly functional instrument.6. Locking Deployment Clasp if on Metal BraceletCheaper watches with metal bracelets still have what is called a single locking clasp. This is the type of bracelet that literally just snaps or clicks into place. The best metal bracelets have what are know as “double or triple locking clasps.” The image below has a bracelet with a double locking clasp (deployment). The piece on the left “locks” via clicking down when it attaches to the bottom segment. That is the first “lock.” The second is the little metal flap that “locks” again over the first piece to secure it being closed. A triple lock often features a push-button in the mix, or there are also “double locking clasps” with a push button instead of a fold over flap. The bottom line is that you want a watch bracelet that will stay secure on your wrist no matter you are doing or if you accidentally hit bracelet on something.steel-watch-bracelet-deployment7. WeightWatch weight is a polarizing concept. Some people (like myself) love heavy watches. Others want something very light. On more expensive watches you start to see materials such as titanium which are lighter than steel, but in this price segment weight is often times a sign of quality. Even though titanium is available at this price level, it most likely is not the higher (grade 5) quality titanium that is what you’ll want. At this price level, you are only going to get that nice crisp quality look with steel. Like I said, weight often signifies solid construction using a high quality steel. So feel the weight of a case and bracelet to make sure it is substantial enough to justify your investment.8. Signed Crown and Buckle or ClaspA good watch maker is more often than not a proud watch maker, and is fully invested in each watch they design. This means there are typically four places that you’ll watch to see the name of the watch makers. This is on the face of the watch, the caseback, on the crown, and on the deployment clasp or strap buckle. These are also known as “signed crowns or buckles/deployment clasps.” The manner of “signing” can vary, but at this price level are usually some type of light laser engraving. Higher priced watches have logos and graphics done relief (raised versus etched into the metal). Cheaper watches have bare crowns and deployments which make it too clear that these parts are taken from a parts bin and have no personal touch.9. Good Dial LuminationNot all watches are expected to have dials that illuminate in the dark for low light viewing – these are typically the more classic or formal watches. However, almost all sport and causal watches have some type of luminant that is applied on the hands as well as somewhere on the dial. The quality of luminant greatly varies. Some is so impractical that it should not even be there. An example being that you need to shine a bright light directly to the face of the watch for a minute or so, and then the dial dimly glows for a few minutes. Alternatively you have luminant that charges easily with exposed room or sun light and glows for hours. The Japanese tend to make the best luminant, but you get get Japanese luminant watches from all over (watches will never indicate the source of the luminant, but look for LumiNova, or better yet SuperLumiNova is possible). An alternative to luminant are watches that use tritium gas tubes. These tubes are made by just one company in Switzerland and glow by themselves for about 25-30 years. Tritium gas tubes are not tough to find as a few watch brands almost exclusively use them and can be had for reasonable prices. Still, most watches will have applied luminant. Look for large surface areas of luminant that is applied richly (looks raised up a bit).10. Consistent PricingOne figure attached to new watches that doesn’t tend to mean a lot is the retail price. Why? Because you are a sucker for ever paying retail price most of the time. After those of you from the watch companies stop cursing me, let me explain a bit. Retail prices are just number set so that even authorized retailers can show to the consumer that they are giving you a discount. It is true that some watches are discounted only a bit or not at all, but the vast majority of watches, especially at these prices levels, are sold below retail prices. That is good to know, but not my final point. Due to the fact that prices are often below retail, you want to pay the “actual,” consistent street price. Let’s say for example a watch has a retail price of $500, but most retailers actually sell it for $400. You want to make sure you shop around to pay $400 as opposed to $450. Here is the kicker though when it comes to assessing value of an entry level luxury watch. If a watch is being sold by authorized dealers for $400, but the unauthorized dealers (everyone else) is charging $250, then you know there is something wrong with the value of the watch. This is what I call “inconsistent pricing.” What you want to look for is consistency among retailers so that prices don’t vary wildly from seller to seller.

Luxury watches are headed to where the buyers are and it’s not Europe, the United States or even Russia. India is the newest landing spot for luxury watch companies. With such a large population, many of them U.S. educated who have returned to start successful businesses, the demand for nice things are on the rise. It’s almost as if watches parallel the caste system that still exists in India. All over the world watches are status symbols and perhaps no more so than in a country where the family you come from and the blood that runs through your veins still very much define you and who you can marry.

Watch brands like Raymond Weil are opening up new boutiques throughout India. Press conferences are being held, Indian celebrities are being brought on as new spokespeople / ambassadors, parties are being held and rupees (the Indian currency) are being used to buy new men’s and women’s watches, which is music to the watch industry’s ear.

Oliver Bernheim, CEO and President, Raymond Weil Watches says that “Indian end consumers are very innovative today. They want to see nuances, they want to be global, they want to see a watch that would fit to their waist. So, I love the Indian consumer because he (she) is open for fresh products for nuance. It is a market that doesn’t stop being interested by development,” said Oliver Bernheim, CEO and President, Raymond Weil Watches. RW (Raymond Weil) expects India to contribute 7% to its global sales by the end of 2010. This estimate speaks highly and confidently of the potential for spending power that India offers.

Other brands besides RW that are keen on the Indian market are Chico, Citizen, Fossil, Casio, and Tissot. Tissot has recently signed one of India’s most famous faces to its brand. Referred to as the “face of the new generation,” the beautiful Deepika Padukone has become Tissot’s brand new and hottest face.

Although India may not be the best destination for super high-end brands like Cartier watches, Gucci watches or Bvlgari watches, it really is a great area for lower to mid range priced brands like the ones listed above and also for others like Baume and Mercier and Michele watches. There are even some TAG Heuer and Movado watches that would surely sell well there.

That’s an idea! If the high end brands were really smart, they would open boutiques in India that only sold their lower-priced watch lines. Perhaps this wouldn’t make too much sense for Cartier or Breitling, but definitely would for TAG Heuer and Movado and I’m sure Omega watches would sell well as they are sporty like Tissot watches and those have good sales numbers.

A lot of times when introducing a new brand or product into a certain market the company has to spend a lot on advertising (you’ve heard the saying “you’ve got to spend money to make money), but in India, consumers there are already “very very aware of International luxury and premium brands. Many Indians travel abroad today. Many luxury and premium brands also advertise in India so brands like Raymond Weil, Chico, Citizen, Fossil, Casio are very well known to Indian consumer today,” explains Harish Bhatt, COO, Titan Watches.

So, basically the recipe for success is there. As we enter 2010, I wouldn’t be surprised to see more watch brands closing stores in the U.S. and Europe and opening new locations in India.

You have heard of Gucci watches before right? Who hasn’t? These watches are a piece of art that also tells time. Gucci watches are known for their superiority in design, incomparable precision and the innovative, yet classy design. So, where did these watches come from and why are they wanted by so many different people?
This designer company was established nearly a century ago in Florence. Guccio Gucci, father of the brand, first started in a quaint luggage and saddler store. Eventually his legacy developed into what is now considered one of the most important fashion brands in the world. The brand is also associated with luxury and class. A long way since its inception in Florence almost 100 years ago, Gucci has expanded into various fashion industries, including watches. Severin Montres collaborated with the brand in the 70’s to launch what would become one of their most successful lines in fashion: watches. Severin Montres was acquired by the luxury designer in 1997, which led to the inception of the Gucci Watch Group. This group also owns various watch brands such as Yves Saint Laurent and Bedat & Co.
Men and women alike want to have Gucci watches. These watches combine an Italian design and style with high quality and the precision of the Swiss watch making craftsmanship. These watches are all know for being elegant and for their excellence. The watches are made from stainless steel, precious metals and precious gems, which makes them beautiful and highly desired by many people.
Obviously because of all of the luxury items used to make these watches they are not cheap. Gucci watches can be found for a high price but they are worth every penny spent. The prices for these beautiful watches can range from several hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. There is a good place to find a good deal on these watches if you are willing to take the time to look.
The way to find a good deal on Gucci watches is to look for them online. There are many online dealers that will give discount of their stock. You want to look at online auction sites to find used and vintage watches also. It doesn’t matter if you are buying it for yourself or for a gift, if you want one of these amazing watches then you need to make sure you do your research about them so you can find the best Gucci watches for you.
Just remember that Gucci watches are not cheap but you can find a good deal on them if you are willing to look. So, take your time and find the best one of these watches so you can enjoy it for years to come.