Power Flair
By Elizabeth Green |
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As a professional, you're concerned about the time. Why not look at something beautiful when you check the hour every five minutes?
This month let's anticipate clearer financial forecasts for all and take a look at one of our favorite rites of passage for the business class: The Power Watch.
We know as well as you do that high price points don't always translate into high quality. We visited the Diamond Cellar to learn more about the fascinating and rich heritage of the Swiss luxury wristwatch and discovered some pieces that are well worth the price - and they aren't as pricey as you'd expect.
The Graduation Gift from your great-uncle Harold
(Comes with long letter about life and love in the barracks)
Panerai Watches
Price Points: Starting at $5,000
Photo: Christopher Atwood
Back in the 1930's Panerai was on the cutting edge of luminescent technology, and with the debut of the Radiomir and Luminor lines they put the first luminous watches on the global market. Heralded for their technological innovation and technical excellence, Panerai became an official supplier for the Royal Italian Navy. Many of the Panerai watches are built with the duties of the deep-sea diver in mind - these watches are tough, utilitarian, and dependable, perfect for the aspiring seaman or anyone hungry for adventure.
The Rite of Passage Rolex
(The gift you give yourself after that promotion)
Milgauss Special Edition
Price Point: $6200
Photo: Christopher Atwood
You've been working hard for your money and you're ready to celebrate.
Rolex is one of the most recognizable watch brands on the market and there's many reasons why - we all know that the Golf channel is part Rolex, Roger Federer's left leg is powered by Rolex movements, and it is, after all, the most chronometer certified watch in the world (i.e. it's precise).
The Millgauss is the perfect solution to the pesky electromagnetic fields that wreak havoc on the accuracy of a timepiece. The Millgauss (translation: "anti-magnetic") contains Rolex's patented blue powerchrome hairspring, an essential watch part built from a metal alloy that goes unaffected by magnetic fields. This limited edition features an unexpectedly whimsical faceplate and a playful seconds hand.
The Jet Setters Guide
Photo: Christopher Atwood
Jaeger-LeCoultre
Reverso Duetto
Price Point: $8,700
The square face on this watch flips out to reveal an alternative sides with two faces - one for wherever your business travels take you, and one for home. The Duetto features an a.m./p.m. function to help ensure that those afternoon calls home aren't waking the kids at four in the morning.
The Understated Statement Piece
(Breathtaking and flying high - just like you!)
Breitling Stainless Steel Starliner
Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial
Price Point: $5180
Photo: Christopher Atwood
If Panerai owns the sea, than Breitling's territory is the sky. With a rich history of involvement in the world of aviation, Breitling watches generally feature aviation functions such as a glare-proof glass face. The Starliner line is a gorgeous option for the discerning consumer looking for enduring and timeless design.
Originally Published: August 1, 2009
