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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Casio A700WEM-1A Black Dial Milanese Mesh Watch

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Michael Kors MK8314 45 mm Stainless Steel Case Navy Dial Men's Watch

Vivienne Westwood VV251BKBK Men's Watch Black Leather Perforated Strap

Michael Kors MK5705 Chronograph Stainless Steel Black Men's Watch

Daniel Wellington DW00100459 Iconic Arctic Polished Steel Blue Dial 32mm Women's Watch

Daniel Wellington DW00100448 Iconic Arctic 40mm Stainless Steel Blue Dial Women's Watch

Emporio Armani AR2435 Chronograph Silver Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Daniel Wellington DW00100051 Classic Canterbury Tricolour Unisex Watch

Calvin Klein K2Y211K6 Leather Strap White Men's Watch

Burberry BU9750 Chronograph Stainless Steel Silver-tone Dial Men's Watch

Burberry BU9356 Chronometer Black Leather Strap Watch

Seiko 5 SRPD63K1 Automatic Dive Watch Green Dial Men's Watch

Hugo Boss Avery 1514157 Men's Watch Stainless Steel Silver, Quartz with 2-Year Warranty

Casio MTP-VX01L-7BUDF Brown Leather Strap and Clear Dial Men's Watch

Casio MTP-E128L-2A2V Blue Dial and Brown Leather Strap Men's Watch

Seiko SRPD61K1 Automatic Stainless Steel Men's Watch with Green Dial

Michael Kors MK7064 Two-Tone Steel Gold and Silver Men's Watch

Diesel DZ1835 Black Satin Finish Men's Watch with Soft Strap

Diesel DZ7415 Boltdown Multi-Dial Black Leather Men's Watch

Michael Kors MK8400 JetMaster Blue Dial and Silver Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Diesel DZ4328 Silver Stainless Steel Men's Watch with Orange Details

Diesel DZ4308 Mega Chief Silver Stainless Steel Men's Watch