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

Hugo Boss 1514194 Skytraveller Chronograph Stainless Steel and Brown Leather Men's Watch

Hugo Boss 1514075 Candor Black Dial Men's Watch with Textured Leather

Hugo Boss 1514085 Chronograph Men's Watch with Octagonal Bezel and Black Leather Strap

Lotus L10112/1 Black Leather Strap Men's Watch

Lotus L18313/1 Chronograph Black Men's Watch

Lotus L18323/3 Black Men's Watch

Lotus L10131/1 Trendy Brown Men's Watch

Lotus L10131/2 Trendy Black Men's Watch

Lotus L10131/4 Black Men's Watch

Lotus L18355/3 Black Men's Watch

Lotus L18356/1 Brown Men's Watch

Lotus L18355/2 Black Men's Watch

Lotus L18429/4 Black Men's Watch

Lotus L18429/1 Black Men's Watch

Lotus L18429/2 Brown Men's Watch

Lotus L18420/1 Men's Watch

Lotus L18420/3 Men's Watch

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Fossil FS4918 Green Dial and Beige Leather Strap Men's Watch

Fossil FS5280 Townsman Men's Watch Black Stainless Steel

Fossil FS5452 Chronograph Black Leather Strap Men's Watch

Fossil FS5734 Chronograph Green Dial Brown Leather Strap Men's Watch

Fossil FS5625 Chronograph Silver Stainless Steel Blue Dial Men's Watch

Fossil FS5607 Forrester Chronograph Men's Watch with Brown Leather Strap