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

Casio MTP-E128L-2A1V Blue Dial Leather Strap Men's Watch

Casio MTP-E313L-2B2V Men's Watch with Blue Dial and Brown Leather Strap

Casio MTP-E314D-1BV Silver Multi-Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Calvin Klein K7627120 Chronograph Stainless Steel and Black Leather Men's Watch

Calvin Klein K7627107 Chronograph Polished Stainless Steel and Black Leather Men's Watch

Calvin Klein K2246120 Stainless Steel Watch with Silver-tone Dial

Calvin Klein K2246107 Bold Men's Watch Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet

Calvin Klein K2241120 Stainless Steel Silver-tone Dial Men's Watch

Calvin Klein K2Y2X1KW Men's Watch with White Leather Strap and Diamonds

Calvin Klein K2G2714X Polished Steel Chronograph Men's Watch

Calvin Klein K2G27141 City Stainless Steel Men's Watch with Black Dial

Calvin Klein K2G27121 Chronograph Stainless Steel Milanese Mesh Men's Watch

Calvin Klein K2G27126 Chronograph Men's Watch with Milanese Mesh Bracelet

Calvin Klein K2G271Z6 City Stainless Steel Silver-tone Men's Watch 43mm

Burberry BU9010 Heritage Beige Textured Dial Men's Watch

Burberry BU9011 Brown Leather Strap Men's Watch with Engraved Dial Motifs

Burberry BU10004 Classic Round Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Burberry BU9351 Chronograph Stainless Steel Black Dial Men's Watch

Burberry BU9357 Chronometer Beige Monogram Strap Men's Watch

Armani Exchange AX2714 Polished Stainless Steel Milanese Mesh Men's Watch

Armani Exchange AX2194 Hampton Stainless Steel Grey 46mm Men's Watch

Armani Exchange AX2152 Chronograph Sport Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Armani Exchange AX2155 Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch with Black Dial

Burberry BU9358 Chronometer Smoke Check Stainless Steel and Black Leather Watch