5 Reasons Why Now (Yes, Now) is the Time to Invest in a Fine Timepiece

Feb 12
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2009

Mark Etinger

Mark Etinger

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With the economy in depression-era-style turmoil, it might be hard to imagine making a purchase with the magnitude of a fine luxury watch. But this may be the best time for more reasons than one.

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With the economy in depression-era-style turmoil,5 Reasons Why Now (Yes, Now) is the Time to Invest in a Fine Timepiece Articles it might be hard to imagine making a purchase with the magnitude of a fine luxury watch.  But this may be the best time for more reasons than one.  Consider:

1.        A watch makes a great first impression.  If your current circumstances leave you on the job interview circuit, a classic timepiece can show potential employers that although times are tough, you still mean business.

2.       A watch is a fantastic investment.  Depending upon the type of watch you choose, your timepiece may actually go up in value over the years.  How many stocks in your current portfolio can you say that about?

3.       A watch looks great with any outfit.  Sometimes, you can’t afford to purchase unique accessories for every single one of your looks.  That’s what makes a beautiful luxury watch such a great thing to have – it looks as good with a business suit as it does with weekend casual.

4.       Fine watches keep great time.  With a reliable timepiece from Seiko, Breitling or other top names, you can rest assured that you’ll never be late again.

5.        A luxury timepiece makes a wonderful gift.  Anniversaries, birthdays, graduations or any other monumental event in a person’s life can be enhanced with the gift of time.  There is permanence to luxury watches that make them a statement of your everlasting love, or journey out into the rest of your life.

 

How to Shop for a Luxury Watch

 

Buying a luxury watch is a big decision.  You have to make sure that you get the most for your money and choose a timepiece that fits your style and personality to a tee.  Here a few tips for perspective buyers:

 

·         Do your homework.  Learn about the different brands of watches available.  Find out about the histories of the respective watchmakers.  And most importantly, research prices. A discount luxury watch is out there waiting for you, but you have to know all the facts if you’re going to get the best deal.

·         Watch for fakes.  Unfortunately, counterfeit watches are a fact of life in the industry.  Even the most seemingly reputable companies may try and pass off a cheap knock off as the genuine article.  Again, knowledge is your greatest weapon here.  Read up about your watch of choice and learn the specific ways that criminals create their fake goods.  

·         Know your style.  From Movado to Piaget, there’s a watch to match every personality.  Whether you’re conservative, or really like to make a grand entrance when you enter a room, find the watch that is a perfect extension of who you are.

·         Don’t overspend.  You are less likely to enjoy your fine watch if you went into debt in order to purchase it.  Make sure that the timepiece is within your budget – and of course, shop online to find the best deals in the world on luxury watches.