Question 1

Is a silver men's watch made of solid silver?

Accepted Answer

No: the cases are made of polished 316L stainless steel, which looks identical to polished silver. Solid 925 silver is too soft for watchmaking: it scratches, becomes dull and tarnishes with use. Steel provides the same cold lustre with far superior hardness, no oxidation and virtually no maintenance.

Question 2

How do you recognise a quality silver dial?

Accepted Answer

Look for the sunburst (circular striations that bring light to life) and especially applied indices, positioned in relief on the dial rather than printed. On a low-contrast silver background, this relief is what guarantees legibility. Faceted hands, which alternate bright and dark faces depending on the angle, complete a careful finish.

Question 3

Silver men's watch: link bracelet or Milanese mesh?

Accepted Answer

Steel links give the most robust and stately character, perfect for everyday wear. Milanese mesh, more supple and finer, pulls the watch towards retro elegance and slips better under a shirt cuff. A matter of style rather than quality: favour solid links, which are heavier, over folded links.

Question 4

Does the silver men's watch go with everything?

Accepted Answer

It is the most neutral tone in watchmaking: it accompanies suit, shirt and jeans without ever imposing a register, unlike gold (statement) or black (sporty). A silver men's watch with a black or blue dial is probably the most versatile piece one can own as a first watch.

Question 5

Can a scratch on a silver watch be repaired?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and this is a unique advantage of bare steel: professional polishing erases usage scratches from the case and bracelet, which is impossible on a black or gold PVD coating (the coloured layer would come off). Between polishings, a microfibre cloth is sufficient. It is the tone that ages best over time.

Silver Men's Watch

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Citizen NJ0120-81E Automatic Sport Men's Watch Black Dial Stainless Steel

Citizen NJ0129-10X Automatic Sport Green Dial Silicone Strap Men's Watch

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Tommy Hilfiger 1710499 Ryder Men's Watch Green Dial and Milanese Mesh Bracelet

Tommy Hilfiger 1791881 Sullivan Stainless Steel Milanese Mesh Blue Dial Men's Watch

Maserati R8821108001 Skeleton Automatic Watch Leather Strap

Maserati R8853140002 Men's Watch Black Dial 40mm

Seiko SRPD59K1 Automatic Black Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Seiko SRPD53K1 Automatic Men's Watch Pepsi Bezel Blue Dial

Seiko SSK035K1 GMT Automatic Sunburst Green Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Emporio Armani AR0390 Men's Watch with Milanese Mesh Stainless Steel Bracelet

Emporio Armani AR0397 Chronograph Stainless Steel and Black Leather Men's Watch

Emporio Armani AR1648 Stainless Steel Men's Watch with Deep Blue Dial

Emporio Armani AR0673 Stainless Steel Men's Watch with Black Dial

Emporio Armani AR5860 Blue Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Emporio Armani AR0585 Stainless Steel Sportivo Men's Watch

Emporio Armani AR1403 Men's White Ceramic Watch, 2-Year Warranty Authentic

Emporio Armani AR2447 Men's Watch Chronograph Black Leather Strap