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How to Choose the Best Luxury Men’s Watch for a Gift

Finding the perfect gift for someone is never easy, but BQ Watches can make it much easier! A men’s watch makes the perfect gift for that friend, family member, or loved one who has it all. Luxury watches are unique, collectible, and make great investments. They’re not only endlessly stylish, but they are functional as well.

Anyone would love to receive a luxury watch as a gift, no matter the occasion. The only thing left to decide is which watch should you buy? It can be an overwhelming question, especially if you’re not someone familiar with the world of luxury watches. Fortunately for you, you’ve come to the right place! BQ Watches sells the best selection of used luxury watches and we’re sure to have something that will make a great gift. If you need help choosing, don’t hesitate to reach out. Otherwise, you can read on to check out our gift-giving guide and narrow down your options.

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Business, Casual or Sporting?

The first question you should ask is what style of watch do you want to give? On what occasions will they be wearing their watch? If they’re going to wear the watch every day, you may want to get them something casual that can work for any occasion. If they’re planning on wearing it to the office, a business or dress watch may be a better choice. You could also get them something more specialized, like a diving or pilot watch.

Figuring out what type of watch will suit their lifestyle is a great first step. Next, you’ll want to think about the type of materials your recipient might prefer, like precious metals, colors and gems. 

Materials, Colors and Gems

The luxury watch market provides you with many different materials, colors, and even precious gems to choose from. One of your most important decisions will be the choice of material. The most common choices for luxury watches are stainless steel, yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, silver, and platinum. 

You’ll also want to look at the different color options for the dial and bezel. A more subtle color may be prudent if you’re buying them a dress watch or daily wear watch. If they like something that pops, you’ll have lots of options there as well. Some watches will also have gems like diamonds, rubies, and more embedded in them. You’ll need to consider what the person you’re gifting the watch to will like best.

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Features and Complications

Luxury watches are intricately designed and are crafted by some of the best watchmakers in the world. This means that you’ll get a number of options for watch features and complications. There are features like waterproofing, date displays, automatic movements, and more. Some watches will have wildly unique complications such as perpetual calendars, tourbillons, moon phase displays, minute repeaters, split-second chronographs, dual time zones, flyback chronographs, tachymeters, and much more. 

If you’re unfamiliar with these features and complications, don’t feel intimidated! A BQ Watches expert is happy to explain and walk you through them if you’re needing any clarification.

Browse Brands, Models and Styles

For many people, the best way you can find the perfect watch to gift that special person in your life is to just start browsing. There’s a good chance that a watch will just speak to you and you’ll know that’s the one to get. 

You can also filter by budget, so you quickly find the options in your price range.

BQ Watches has an array of brands, models, and styles. There’s sure to be one that will make the perfect gift.

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Top Luxury Watch Brands for Gents

If you’re needing a good place to start, you can always browse brands first. The top luxury brands are usually crowd-pleasers and have options that would make almost anyone happy. Plus, these top brands typically have a wide variety of styles and models to choose from.

Rolex

Rolex is the most well-known luxury watch company in the world. They produce approximately a million watches per year and have some of the most iconic models on the market. 

Rolex’s expansive catalogue also provides you with plenty of gift options to choose from. There are entry-level models like the Rolex Datejust and there are highly coveted models like the Daytona. Rolex has classic watches, sporty watches, dress watches, diving watches, pilot watches, and everything in between. 

In short, there’s a very small chance that you wouldn’t be able to find a Rolex that would make a great gift for someone you know.

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Cartier

Louis Cartier created the world’s first wristwatch, so it’s safe to say his company knows how to produce a quality timepiece. Cartier is a prestigious brand with a number of aesthetically unique models in their lineup. Some of their most iconic models feature square and rectangular cases, which can really help them stand out from the crowd.

If you’re gifting a Cartier, you’re sure to find something that is made with the pinnacle of craftsmanship. A Cartier as a gift would make anyone happy.

Patek Philippe

When it comes to innovative complications and dedication to craft, Patek Philippe is hard to beat

This prestigious brand is still family-owned and still crafts almost every one of their components in-house. Patek Philippe watches offer classic and modern options to suit any style and setting, from the office and travel to sporting and night life.

Though Pateks often come at a substantial price point, they’re well worth the investment. These watches are held in high esteem and there’s sure to be a model that perfectly fits the lucky person you’re gifting it to.

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TAG Heuer

If you’re gifting a watch to someone who loves motorsports, there is simply no better choice than TAG Heuer. Though they have watches that anyone would love, their close connection to the world of motorsports makes them the perfect gift for a fan. The square-cased Monaco is particularly beloved amongst enthusiasts. 

TAG Heuer watches often feature a more affordable price point, but they always offer an air of exceptional luxury and style. So, as you’re browsing the top models for gents, be sure to review the catalogue from TAG Heuer.

The Experts at BQ Watches Are Here to Help

Still don’t know what watch to get? Don’t worry, our experts are ready to help! A member of the BQ Watches team can listen to all of your ideas and the style you’re looking for and make some excellent gift recommendations. 

Our experts know all of our brands, models, and styles inside and out, so you don’t have to spend hours figuring out which watch is the right watch. Just fill out our contact form below and let us know what you’re needing. A member of our team will be in touch shortly to help you find the best gift possible.