Bench Watches

When you think of watches, what brand names come to mind? If you are like most people, you probably can quickly pull up the names of some very high-end quality watchmakers and some very popular and populist watchmakers. In fact, chances are good that your list of watch brands included names like Timex, Cartier and Bulova. Brands such as Invicta, Movado or Croton may not as easily come to mind, but these brands are among some of the most fashion-forward, quality watches available today. What brands should you consider if you were looking for a high-quality, stylish watch? Check out these names for your watch-shopping pleasure.

Invicta

Under the management/guidance of CEO and President Eyal Lalo, Invicta has stepped to the forefront in the fashion watch world. Featuring watches for both men and women, Invicta is the name to look to for timepieces that stand out. The company is well-known for both innovative design and high quality workmanship, and it shows throughout their lines, from the top of the range Emperor line to the much-more-reasonably-priced Lupah Revolution.

Invicta’s designs run the gamut from traditional and classic designs for dress, casual and sports wear to funky, fun fashion watches like the Baby Lupah collection for women, which features seven interchangeable leather bands in colors like lime green and hot pink. The luxury Pro Diver collection speaks the language of Swiss clockmakers, featuring back windows to show off the clockworks inside and “complications”.

Stuhrling Original

Stuhrling was founded by Max Stuhrling in the late 1800s. The original Max Stuhrling was a Swiss clockmaker who designed and built watches and clockworks for big names in the watch making industry – and allowed them to put their own names on his designs. There’s a legend that Stuhrling broke his hand in a dispute over financial matters with one of his clients, which should have destroyed his ability to do the fine work for which he was well-known. Instead, he continued to produce fine watches and clocks – but in reality, it was his 11 year old son who was doing the work, having been trained by his father to carry on the tradition. The company was established by that son, and has continued to make the finest quality Swiss timepieces, priced for the moderate market.

Stuhrling Original creates beautiful, timeless designs that feature high quality Swiss movement and bold designs for men and women. The prices fall into the moderate price range, and the quality is top-notch.

Chase-Durer

Chase-Durer is a relative newcomer in the watch-making world. Founded in the last decade by film producers Brandon and Marianne Chase, the Chase-Durer name quickly has become synonymous with high-quality, accurate timepieces that are stylish and durable. Marianne Chase originally wanted to create a line of watches that catered specifically to the needs of pilots. She began by commissioning research to learn exactly which features were most important, and sought out craftsmen who are expert at design and workmanship to create a line of watches based on all the most important features needed by flyers everywhere.

From the start, Chase-Durer watches were immediately adopted and hailed by pilots around the world. It didn’t take long for their popularity to spread beyond the flying world. The quality and durability of their watches coupled with the fashion-forward design represented in styles like the Men’s Cloud Chaser Diamond watch has made the Chase-Durer name one to be reckoned with.

Croton

The Croton Watch Company is a family-run business founded in 1878 in Switzerland. The Croton family continues to run the company along the traditions established by its founders – attention to detail, quality workmanship and accuracy of the timekeeping movements. While Croton makes watches of all styles and kinds, including dress and sport watches for men, the collection that really sets the company apart is their many lines of men’s casual watches. Those watches feature bold styles, unexpected colors and unusual material combinations that make Croton watches a cut above the usual watch.

One of the most unusual and striking Croton watches is the Automatic Genuine Stone Accent Skeleton Dial watch, which features an exhibition back to give a peek inside at the actual works, and a skeleton face with a cutout to show the works from the front. The face is made in a choice of tiger-eye, malachite or opal. It’s a truly stunning watch that is representative of the style and quality of the company’s standards.

There are other names to watch as well – Android, Movado, Swiss Legend, Renato – and each has a unique story and style that is easily distinguished from the rest. If you are looking for a timepiece that features high quality workmanship and remarkable design, look beyond the usual suspects and find a designer that you love.

Women’s watches are exciting to watch and to wear. The latest top watches to arrive on the market are found on the internet. Access to the internet means you don’t have to live in a large population center in order to have the latest and best fashion accessories and jewelry. The exciting thing about the new watches is that they come in every possible style and color to appeal to every woman’s lifestyle.  Pierre Nicol Floral CollectionEven in the depths of winter, fashion watches from the series can make you think of spring. The women’s watches feature a bezel design enamel silver case in a charming floral motif.  The vibrant color of the flowers and vines that surround the face of the watch matches the color of the extra large easy to read dial. Choices of color include Hot Pink, Pumpkin, pale blue, and five other fashion hues. The movement is precise quartz and the band is wide, solid bracelet style with decorative floral matching the face. This is a watch that is a fashion statement as well as a time piece and any woman in a lighthearted mood would be thrilled to own it. Look for Pierre Nicol PN188-1251 in your favorite color.Swiss LegendThe Swiss Legend Eleganza for women features a black leather strap with a crocodile finish. The fastener has push button deployment. The stainless steel case is set with 116 white diamonds in a full cut. These diamonds weigh in at 2.64 carats with excellent clarity and a color grade H. The movement is Swiss quartz. The dial is textured black with silver hands. The numerals are in an Arabesque style. The diamonds are set in a bezel style with a double row along each side of the face and a single row at top and bottom of the face. For a classy design to wear at the most fashion conscious occasions, choose this bold, yet elegant watch.AccutronThe accuracy of this brand continues to be popular among men and women alike. The Versailles Gold-tone stainless steel women’s watch features a Swiss quartz movement with a sapphire crystal. The bracelet style of the band makes it dressy enough to wear with a business ensemble yet functional enough to wear to a coach your child’s Little League team. The face of the watch is made of white mother of pearl. The hands and the numeral and stick markers are of gold tone. The watch is water resistant which can be important to anyone who loves water sports. Of course the accuracy of this brand name is built into the name itself. TechnomarineFor a truly unusual watch, you must see the women’s Maori Diamond Black Rubber timepiece.  The watch face is an offset triangle in a bezel setting. The watch face is silver and features the Maori tattoo. The tattoo is repeated in the black rubber band.  56 white diamonds accent the case with a combined diamond weight of 1.19 carats. Swiss made quartz movement with a sapphire crystal guarantees accuracy and dependability.This is not a watch to be hidden under a long sleeve. It deserves to be flaunted both for its beauty and its unique design. CartierA Cartier timepiece is a luxury item. It is a recognized status symbol for every women who owns one. An example is the Cartier Women’s Tankissime Solid 18 K Gold watch. It is a slightly rectangular watch with roman numerals on a silver grained dial. The bold links in the bracelet are the same width as the case and are fastened by a hidden clasp. There is nothing retiring about the 18 carat gold, yet the design is so clean and understated that the watch would make a lovely accessory to almost any classical style garment. RolexThe Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust 18kt Gold Ladies Watch speaks with quiet elegance.  The case and bracelet are made of 18 carat yellow gold. The watch face is set in a fluted gold bezel design. The champagne dial is marked with Roman numerals. Quality is built into the 31 jeweled synthetic sapphire crystals. The bracelet is formed in the style known as President. The watch is a Rolex which almost speaks for itself in name recognition. The classic lines of this and other Rolex watches can be a welcome accessory with almost any type of ensemble from tennis dress to riding habit.  No matter what type of lifestyle you lead, choosing a women’s timepiece that appeals to you is easy when you use the internet to narrow the selections. Think beyond the mundane and have fun with a new women’s watch in one of the latest styles. You can expand your horizons in style by choosing something that’s new and different from your usual look.