2021 is coming to an end. I believe that many valuable friends wish for good luck when welcoming the New Year. So there is nothing more appropriate than buying a watch to reward yourself~
This article takes stock of 10 well-known watch brands and recommends models of some best-selling and very cost-effective brands. It would be good for you to choose a watch that suits your personal temperament according to your budget.
Let's start with the world's famous watch rankings. Whether you want to buy it or not, I suggest you collect it~
There has always been a saying in the circle, "You can be beautiful without shuttles, you can be beautiful without waves, you can be Europeanized without waves, once and for all", it means Brands such as Mido, Tissot, Longines, Omega, and Rolex are considered priority from beginners to advanced.
Of course Rolex is not in the top echelon. At the top there are giants like Breguet, Laneige, Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe.
Another list of mainstream national watch brands, among which Seagull, Fiyta, Shanghai and Beijing have the ability to make their own movements.
The styles of watches in Shanghai and Beijing are relatively old-fashioned and not suitable for young people. Seagull and Fiyta are more popular.
Tianwang, Rossini and Yibo can be called the second echelon. They mainly use Japanese Miyota and Swiss Rhonda movements, focus on watch design, and have many styles to choose from.
Seagull
Seagull is a brand I like very much. The big brother of domestic watches has entered the international market seven years ago or even earlier, and is the pride of the Chinese people.
Members of Congress who are familiar with Seagull know that Seagull movements have always been very good and it is the largest export movement factory in the world. At present, it has conquered the three most complex technologies of mechanical watches: tourbillon, three-minute movement, and perpetual calendar movement. It can be said that the world's top mechanical watches should have standards, and Seagull watches also have them!
Seagull has also manufactured ETA and Citizen movements earlier, and its technical strength is quite strong. Another thing, I heard before that when many high imitation world watches are faked, they use Seagull movements to obtain reliable travel time. It's really ridiculous.
The movement levels of Seagull watches can be divided into:
Ultra-low-end movement series: ST6, ST16 Low-end movement series: ST25, ST17, ST21 mid-end movement series : ST40, ST18, ST19 top movement: ST80
Watch recommendations worth buying:
Seagull National Series Mechanical Men’s Watch 819.12.6075
ST17 Mechanical Movement
The National Seagull series is very cost-effective. The movement of this watch is ST17, which belongs to the low-end category and is suitable for students and newcomers.
Simple dial, textured leather strap, and a steel strap. You can usually wear formal attire or casual attire. It’s a versatile piece, just a must-have.
Seagull National Series Mechanical Men's Watch 816.362
ST2130 Mechanical Movement
The most popular one in the National Series, Seagull, can be used as a couple's watch. It has better movement, longer power and more stable performance than the one above. In addition, this dial has more calendar windows, making it more practical. Overall, it is also a multifunctional watch, suitable for commuting to and from get off work.
There is also a D519.405L in the Seagull Couple Watch, which is also worth buying. The movement is also ST2130, and the brown leather strap is more retro and fashionable.
Seagull Master Series Moon Phase Mechanical Men's Watch 819.11.6092
ST2153 Mechanical Movement
I personally think that the March stage is the most worthwhile stage for Seagull. The design is very international and looks like Breguet from a distance. It has more than 10,000 yuan in styles!
The moon phase is one of the advanced watchmaking technologies. This should be the most cost-effective moon phase watch you can buy at a price of 1,000 yuan. It can be used as the first formal mechanical watch for young people, and it looks good on both boys and girls.
In addition, in addition to watches, this matching moon phase gift box also contains a series of aerospace cultural and creative products. It is said to commemorate China's successful US spacecraft lunar exploration, which is quite meaningful. It's a good choice as a New Year gift.
Seagull tribute series retro chronograph 819.17.1963
ST1901 manual mechanical movement
Finally, I recommend a tribute to the Seagull series, which is a commemorative aviation A flying chronograph watch, it is also the first chronograph watch independently developed in China. The red star, golden font and "Tianjin Watch Factory" on the dial have a strong sense of the times and Chinese imprint. It is a good choice whether it is a belt or a collection.
Fiyta
Fiyta, currently we are the only listed watch company in China.
Since 2003, a professional aerospace watch is specially made for China. It has been named one of the three major aerospace watches in the world. Including this year when the Shenzhou 12 manned spacecraft was launched, the three astronauts still wore Fiyta space watches when they walked out into space.
It is worth mentioning that many automatic movements developed by Fiyta, such as Shenxing, Blue Moon, Flying Wing, etc., are only used in its high-end watches. Most ordinary watches have Swiss EAT movements or Japanese citizen movements, which are relatively cheap.
Watch recommendations worth buying:
Fiyta Hunter series mechanical men’s watch DGA20000
Miyota mechanical movement
Fida is A very cost-effective mechanical watch. Looking at this configuration, it’s less than 1,000 yuan. It’s in urgent need! The dial is clean and refreshing, and comes in black and white. Among them, the white steel band can be used as a couple's watch, and there is also a special gift box.
Fiyta Fancy series mechanical women’s watch DLA30001
Miyota mechanical movement
The S watch sold by Fiyta, the most popular woman, is a four-leaf clover model , but personally I don't like it that much. It feels too gimmicky. On the contrary, the one in the picture is more intellectual and elegant. The mother-of-pearl disk is particularly agile in the sunlight. It is designed with a fish-shaped hollow ornament surrounded by Bryn Bolin crystals. It is a versatile style that can be used for both entertainment and work commuting.
For higher-end Red Lady watches, you can also check out the heartstring series, which features a red agate plate with a rose gold steel band and diamond inlays, making it more refined and advanced.
Fiyta Aerospace Series Mars-500 Commemorative Edition Meteorite Dial Mechanical Men's Watch
Miyota Mechanical Movement
Unique meteorite mechanical watch, buyers will take a look Show, better looking than the promotional pictures. The tough shell of the meteorite dial is very textured. This is the "Mars-500" released by Fiyta in 2021. Limited to 500 pieces. Local friends who are interested can join!
Tissot
For those who like Swiss watches and have a low budget, Tissot is the best choice. Many people around me wear Tissot watches, which were their first choice when they just graduated. Tissot, Longines, Mido, and Omega all belong to the Swatch Group, but their brands are positioned in the mid- to low-end market, so they are very cost-effective, whether they are mechanical watches or quartz watches.
There are two main types of Sky Watch movements, one is ETA movement. After all, the ETA movement factory is owned by the Swatch Group. The other is the Tissot P80 movement jointly developed by Tissot and ETA. It has a power of up to 80 hours and is also Tissot’s current main movement.
It is worth mentioning that the P80 movement is divided into basic models and COSC Observatory certified models. The movement certified by the Observatory is more accurate and more expensive.
Recommended watches worth buying:
Tissot Le Locle series mechanical men's watches
P80 mechanical movement
Tissot's most classic It is the birth of the watch series launched by "Le Locke" to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Tissot. An absolute hit, with sales of 100,000 on JD.COM. It's a serious watch that can be turned off.
Classic white floor steel, simple and beautiful, with carved patterns in the central area and exquisite carvings on the back. Personally, I think this is the first watch in "Shen Yu Luo Yan" that is less than 5,000 yuan! It can be a couple and comes in a variety of colors.
Tissot Charm Time Series Mechanical Men's Watch
C15.111 Mechanical Movement
The price-performance ratio of the Tissot Charm Time series is extremely simple and elegant, with a bit of Bauhaus style . I personally like it very much, suitable for commuting to and from get off work.
There is also this one in the same series.
The difference is that there is no calendar window and the movement becomes a timely movement. But the price is half the price, so it’s suitable for anyone who doesn’t have a high budget, no need. Don't think about mechanical watches.
Tissot Durul series observatory-certified mechanical men's watch
P8 observatory-certified movement
I think this is the best-looking one in the Tissot durul series style, and it's really high-end and classic. The movement uses the same P80 as the Lelock, but this one has been upgraded to the observatory’s COSC certification.
Chronometer movement watches are generally high-end watches from various brands and are expensive, but Tissot watches cost less than 10,000 yuan and are very cost-effective. Moreover, the watch mirror is made of anti-glare coating material, which is not easy to reflect under strong light. The 42mm watch diameter makes it more elegant to wear.
Tissot 2021 Tengzhi Unbounded Series Solar Smart Quartz Men's Watch
ETA E32.001 Adaptive Movement
Tissot invented the first touch screen in 1999 watch. Among the many watches, there is the T-Touch touch screen solar series, which focuses on touch screen solar chronograph watches. And this is the solar smart watch just released this year. It has a cool appearance, full of technology and power. Girls who like big dials can also wear it.
Touch the screen and store energy when you see light, not just sunlight, but any form of light source, and you don’t have to worry about charging. In addition, this watch can also download an exclusive App, connect intelligently, and realize functions such as message and call reminder/alarm clock/weather/timing/compass/recording sports data. It is very practical for daily business office and outdoor fitness.
Mido
Midea’s brand positioning is higher than Tissot and lower than Longines, and it belongs to the Swatch Group. It is also a century-old brand and has always been known for its accurate timekeeping. Among all watch brands, Mido ranks in the top 5 for the number of movements certified by the Swiss Observatory COSC.
The COSC certification of the Observatory can be understood as the "ISO certification of the watch industry", and the certification is extremely strict. There will be a logo on the back of the certified movement, and the daily travel error will be smaller. If you think there are too many people wearing Tissot watches and it is easy to run into money, then Dumei is a very good choice, niche and tasteful.
There are also two types of MetroWatch movements, one is the ETA movement owned by the group, and the other is the Caliber 80 series movement jointly developed by MetroWatch and ETA ***, dedicated to MetroWatch. If you have the budget, it's better to pay for it with an observatory-certified watch.
Recommended watches worth buying:
Mido Berencelli series silicon hairspring observatory movement mechanical men's watch
Caliber80 observatory silicon hairspring movement< /p>
The beautiful Belem Seri series is the first choice for buying formal watches. This movement is certified by the Observatory and has 80 hours of kinetic energy, but the price is less than 10,000 yuan. Close your eyes!
The watch is simple and low-key, with natural shale texture on the dial and rose gold hands. It's very gorgeous and high-quality, and it's fashionable and versatile.
Mido Pilot Series "Rainbow Circle" Limited Edition Mechanical Men's Watch
Caliber80 Mechanical Movement
If you are tired of seeing the same old products from major brands Diver watch style, you and I will definitely love this replica. Rainbow Circle quot from Mido. This is a pair of Mido 1961 rainbow circle watches, which uses modern technology to restore the classics of the last century. It is limited to 1961 pieces worldwide.
The brand is highly recognizable when worn on the hand, and it has functions such as diving timing and decompression timing. The disadvantage is that it is not easy to buy. It is only 120 yuan in China.
Mido Commander Series Centenary Anniversary Mechanical Men’s Watch
Caliber80 Calendar Mechanical Movement
If you want to wear new clothes in the workplace, But don't wear new clothes. I don’t want to exaggerate, but this centenary anniversary of the Commander series is perfect. This series mainly focuses on men's S watches with large calendar, clean and simple dial, groove design, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, and the appearance is very grand.
This is worn by my colleague. It looks much better in person than in the picture! The diameter of the watch is 42mm, the appearance is very grand, the gloss of the dial changes when shaken, generally recommended!
This model also has a movement model certified by the Observatory, priced at 3,000 yuan. The crown and case are upgraded to high-grade gold, which is more obvious on Independence Day.
Hamilton
Hamilton is a relatively small brand, but it is also a tasteful choice. American brand, Swiss movement, unique design and high cost performance. It belongs to the Swatch Group together with Tissot, Mido, Longines and Omega. It is positioned at the same level as Mido, but the movement accuracy is still worse than Mido South
The main watch is Khak
H-10 movement
This is the Jazz Happy series. The front is directly hollowed out, so you can see the movement of the movement in real time, which is in line with today's aesthetics. They sell well and are well recognized by the brand even after they are worn out.
In the same series, there is also the same model as the movie "The Beauty Trap", with a simple dial design with dual calendars. When the third hand moves, it is a business watch.
Recommended watches worth buying:
H-10 movement
Its field series should be regarded as the best-selling watch in the Hamilton series. This watch is the same watch in the "Interstellar" movie, with an elegant style. 100 meters waterproof, 42-degree dial, original calfskin strap, good-looking and high-end.
In addition, this brand also has a very popular American classic series, the replica panda plate, which is full of personality! The owner of the site has the same style, very recognizable, especially with a suit!
Hamilton Jazz Series Happy Men's Watch
Longines is definitely the best among many entry-level Swiss watch brands. Longines has more than 180 years of history and craftsmanship. It is famous and its value can keep up. I personally think that for beauty pageants with a budget of less than 10,000 and a budget of around 1-2W, Longines must be the best choice.
Basically, Longines is the gatekeeper of luxury brands in the watch circle. It is a luxury watch from Longines, safe and low-key. Longines movements mainly include L619 and L888, both of which are based on the transformation and upgrade of ETA2892 movement. Among them, the L619 movement is a basic model with a power reserve of only 42 hours. The advanced L888 movement reduces the amplitude and increases the kinetic energy storage time to 64 hours.
Hamilton Khaki Field Series "Interstellar" Murphy Watch
Longines
L888 Movement
The famous craftsman is the most famous Longines A popular series, its status has always been stable, and its recycling rate is high. Elegant and simple style, suitable for both business and leisure wear.
The model in the picture is the most classic masterpiece series, with a silver-white dial and patterns. The Arabic numerals are clearly visible at a glance, and the smart blue steel hands are the highlight. The stainless steel bracelet has a transparent back and is very durable overall.
In addition, the famous craftsman series has launched a new four-hand moon phase watch, which adds a moon phase display to the basic model, making it feel instantly classy. The moon will change according to the different constellations that night, which is very interesting. Both stainless steel watch straps and belt styles are available, suitable for couples.
Recommended watches worth buying:
L687 movement
The August Phase is known as the movement with the most parts, the most functions, and the most complexity in Longines. I was optimistic about the Longines ceiling for the famous family. It has various functions such as full calendar, moon phase, timing, date display, etc. The price is more than 20,000, which is very cost-effective. Dai can stare at it for a long time every day and never tire of it.
Longines Master Series Three-hand classic model
L888 movement
In recent years, diving watches have been very popular. If you like sports watches, you should choose the Concas series, the best choice with a budget of 10,000 yuan. Many of its configurations are only available from other brands. It is a relatively expensive watch and was once out of stock at the counter.
300 meters waterproof, all steel material, ceramic ring, four colors on the disk. I personally recommend the gray color, which is very versatile for boys to wear every day.
In addition, the Concas series also released a rubber strap this year, which has stronger sports properties, is suitable for young people, and has good looks.
Longines Master Series Eight-Hand Moon Phase
Omega’s brand history can be traced back to 1848, and it can be called a luxury all-round high-end watch. The quality and popularity of its products are not lower than those of Rolex Nan
The reason why it can compete with Rolex is mainly due to the 8800-9900 series of self-produced movements.
Even the entry-level 2500D movement has been certified by the Swiss Observatory, and its travel time accuracy and stability are very good.
Omega watches have four classic watch series: Constellation, Seamaster, Motorized Ultraman and Butterfly Flying. The constellation series is suitable for girls. The Seamaster series focuses on professional diving watches, while the Motorized Ultraman series focuses on business. The De Ville series is the most cost-effective and the most popular because of its entry-level 2500D movement, which has caused many popular explosions
The classic, stable and generous Omega De Ville series is the highest-selling model. It can be said to be the first choice in the De Ville series. The styles are very versatile and the configurations don’t vary. The stainless steel 361L case is paired with a 2500D movement, and the price on JD.COM is less than 20,000. The budget is not too big, but if you want to experience a luxury watch, you can consider it.
A variety of dial colors are available, I think bright blue is the best!
Longines Concas series
800 movement
The Omega Seamaster series is the most cost-effective diving watch. The deep sea blue dial is very eye-catching and is engraved with wave patterns. The case is made of ceramic material, with white diving enamel scales, and a highly anti-magnetic movement certified by the Observatory. Its accuracy and stability have also been verified by time, and it can be said to be the overlord in the field of 10,000-yuan diving watches.
Omega
IWC is my favorite watch brand. Together with Panerai and Lange, it belongs to the Richemont Group. It has a strong historical background, high value and powerful performance. I think IWC gives people a high-end but luxurious feel. They are low-key, stable and a little elegant, I like them very much.
There are many domestic series, including Berto Fino series, Pilot series, marine timepiece series, Portuguese series, etc. Every series is classic. The popular price range of this series is basically between 30,000 and 50,000 yuan, and I think the most worth buying in the 50,000 yuan range in the world are "The Little Prince" and "Portuguese Chrono".
Recommended watches worth buying:
Omega De Ville series mechanical men's watch
6355 movement
This one is worthy of being called the best in all countries A masterpiece of Portuguese chronographs, it has a classic and invincible appearance, and is extremely popular and recognizable. And the pointer time scales are all designed with blue steel, which has first-class visual effects.
Omega Seamaster Diving Watch
Cal.30110 Movement
The Little Prince is a special version of the classic pilot Mark 18 watch. I had wanted to start with it. The design is so beautiful, classic and practical. The image of the little prince engraved on the back is also the biggest highlight of this watch.
The classic three pointer design on the bottom of the transparent sapphire glass is irresistible in appearance! The large dial with a diameter of 43mm is equipped with a self-made movement and a brown calfskin strap, which looks very pilot-like.
IWC
Panerai is a brand with a very unique status. It was born in 1860. Earlier, it focused on military production, and its movements used Rolex technology. Now, it has its own movement and is as famous as Rolex in previous years.
Its watch has a diameter of more than 42mm, takes off, and the large half-moon-shaped crown and bridge are very eye-catching. That kind of masculine and tough temperament can really not be copied by other brands.
As a watch of the Italian Royal Navy, Panerai’s night vision and waterproof capabilities are its advantages. In addition, the detachable strap structure is a unique patent of Panerai. Many fans like to change the strap by themselves, which is full of fun.
Recommended watches worth buying:
IWC Portuguese Chronograph Series IW371446 Watch
P.9010 Movement
For my own use , originally went to buy the little prince, but it turned out that Da Pei fell in love at first sight! The tough case, eye-catching hollow luminous scales and classic bridge protection logo are Panerai's three exclusive logos. This PAM01312, which combines all the current classic elements of Panerai, is a very good entry-level model.
The prices at JD.COM’s self-operated stores are similar to those I buy at the counters, so don’t worry.
IWC Pilot Series IW377701 Watch
Sharing the last top first-line brand: Laneige. There is a saying in clocks: German clock, Swiss watch. As a German mechanical watch brand, Lange has a very profound foundation and high-level handmade watches.
Whether it is a German watch or a Swiss watch, it is of the highest level and is the first choice for many low-key business success people.
Panerai
Recommended watches worth buying:
The Saxony double-hand gold watch should be the cheapest Lange watch, with the entry-level model costing over 100,000. The size is 37 mm, and the dial only has hour and minute hands. It is a typical dress watch and looks very elegant to use.
The L093.1 manual winding movement is only 2.9mm thick, but has a power reserve of up to 72 hours and has outstanding technology. Although the dial is simple, the Lange movement has all the iconic features, such as 3/4 plywood, classic gooseneck fine adjustment and polished gold case. Every traditional craft demonstrates the brand’s meticulous watchmaking attitude.
With the price of a high-end stainless steel watch from a mainstream brand, you can buy an entry-level gold watch from Laneige. How would you choose?
It is worth mentioning that the boss Sui, who is worth buying, wears the most Lange watches every day, which is really tasteful. To learn more about Mr. Sui’s understanding of Laneige watches, you can review this article:
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