Watches Every Man Should Own: The Vintage Watch
Vintage Patek Philippe
There are certain wardrobe staples that every stylish man needs to own: a classic blue blazer, the perfect dress shoe, a well-tailored suit – these are all givens. But as we’ve stated many a time before, no ensemble is truly complete without the finishing touches that elevate an outfit to refinement. More often than not, the final piece of the sartorial puzzle is a well chosen wrist watch.
A timepiece says a lot about its wearer, and we’re here to make sure you’re making the right statement. Join us in our series outlining the best choices for a fully rounded watch wardrobe with the timepieces that every man should own.
While the hottest new timepiece unveiled at Basel will always be covetable, there is much to be said for nostalgia – especially when it comes to vintage watches.
The vintage watch is a piece to be cherished; it should be burnished with love as well as time. And in case Pops or Gramps didn’t pass down his original vintage watch to you, there’s always the option of adding this beauty to your collection on your own.
The options for finding vintage watches are as endless as the internet, however, as we’ve explained before, certain brands hold their value more over time.
A classic luxury timepiece like Rolex, Jaeger LeCoultre, or Patek Philippe is likely your best bet for a vintage watch. With prestige comes quality, and these precisely crafted watches were built quite literally to stand the test of time.
This Patek Philippe automatic 34 mm should do just fine.
Product Description
| Brand | Patek Philippe |
| Style | Vintage |
| Case Measurement | 34 mm |
| Case Material | 18kt Yellow Gold |
| Dial | White |
| Bracelet | Brown Leather |
| Clasp | Tang Style Buckle |
| Crystal | Plastic |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Gender | Men’s |
| Box and Papers | Raymond Lee Jewelers Presentation Box and Warranty Card |
Look for signs of wear and tear that suggest abnormal stress on the watch. The vintage watch’s strap or bracelet should still be in good enough condition that you can wear it without any additional servicing (although after you’ve purchased it you can always have it refurbished or replaced completely).
Be sure that the seller your eyeing has a fantastic reputation, that way you’ll be certain that your vintage watch is authentic. Verify everything before you buy by doing your research. If a particular model is difficult to authenticate, sending it to the manufacturer is always an option. However the seller ideally should have already done this & be able to provide papers that prove the rare watch’s authenticity. (Click here for tips on how to spot a fake Rolex).
Raymond Lee Jewelers has a large selection of estate, pre-owned, vintage and antique watches, all with guaranteed authenticity.
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