The best brands of men’s watches

This list is that published by FHH – Federation of Haute Horlogerie – which has set several criteria to integrate the prestigious circle of Haute Haute Horlogerie houses. This is a sometimes heterogeneous list, which does not include all watchmaking societies, and sometimes classic watchmaking brands that do not have much ” high quality watchmaking“, But I have nothing to do with it ! ��

The 10 best watch brands of all time

Luxury watch brands have one thing in common: they have a fascinating selection of iconic watches and all offer a very high degree of quality to their products. I list you the 10 most popular luxury watch brands of all time. Your favorite brand is part ?

10th place: tag heuer, passion for motorsport

With Autavia, Monaco and Carrera, Tag Heuer (previously “Heuer”) released some icons inspired by motor sport. The brand offers today a wide range of watches, without ever denying its sports origins. With their relatively affordable prices, the models such as the TAG Heuer Formula 1 or the TAG Heuer Aquaracer are very appreciated by the neophytes.

Tag Heuer is especially famous for its emblematic chronographs.

9th place: IWC, between aviation chronographs and dressed watches

You remember the provocative IWC advertising posters and advertising campaigns ? Those who chanted controversial slogans like: “Almost as complicated as a woman. But punctual. I leave the debate on the content of this side, to press its great efficiency, because at that time, IWC was in all the mouths. If the campaigns have settled, the good watches, they were fortunately remained. With the IWC Engineer, you have a real versatile watch there, born under the pen of the famous genius designer, Gérald Genta; Aviation enthusiasts will find their account in the aviator watch collection and elegance enthusiasts will be as conquered by the IWC Portofino class as by the finesse of the IWC Portugieser.

IWC does not only produce aviator watches, but also elegant models.

8th place: Cartier, much more than a jewelry

If Cartier is rather famous for her jewelry, she also has one or the other emblematic watch in her catalog. If the Cartier tank is obviously to be mentioned, I must admit being particularly a fan of the Santos de Cartier. The history of the first aviation watch in the world dates back to 1904. Although this icon introduced on the market in 1911 has hardly changed visuals, Cartier adds functionalities Ô how practical such as a quick change system bracelet. Tradition and modernity can mix, and Cartier proves it particularly well.

The Santos de Cartier is the most iconic watch in the Paris brand catalog.

7th place: Jaeger-Lecoultre, “The Watchmakers Watchmaker”

Jaeger-LeCoultre is actually better known for its calibers than for its watches, and it is not for nothing that it is nicknamed the watchmaker of watchmakers. But his watches are also one of the best in the industry. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso is certainly the most emblematic icon of the JLC catalog, but the JLC Ultra Thin Moon also deserves the glance. With the JLC Polaris, the brand adds a real sportswoman to its portfolio.

If the Reverso is the best known watch in Jaeger-LeCoultre, it is far from being the only one.

6th place: Audemars Piguet, the genesis of the Steel Sportsman

While the quartz crisis broke out in 1972 and the steel watches were really anecdotal at the time, Audemars Piguet commits the unthinkable: with the legendary designer of Watches, Gérald Genta, she creates the first luxury steel watch. The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak has largely inspired many luxury watches that we know, and adults today. The back of the medal: apart from the Royal Oak and Royal Oak Offshore, the manufacturer does not really have other major models in its catalog, even if the Audemars Piguet Code 11 collection.59 offers some pretty models.

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak was the very first luxury steel watch.

5th place: Breitling, Robust and Practical

Breitling offers a wide choice of iconic watches. Models such as the Breitling Avenger or the Breitling Chronomat have a strong recognition value and a relatively robust appearance for a luxury watch. If large diameters and practical aesthetics are conventional characteristics at Breitling, the smaller diameter models are gradually making their way to the manufacturer. With the Breitling Navitimer, the popular brand offers one of the most emblematic watches of all time, and the Breitling Superocean gives pride of place to diving lovers.

Breitling Navitimer is one of the most emblematic watches of all time.

4th place: Vacheron Constantin, the oldest watchmaker in practice

At Vacheron Constantin, tradition is at the heart of each watch. The brand was created in 1755 and is characterized itself from the oldest watch manufacturer in the world. The Patrimony and the Overseas are among the manufacturer’s most famous models, and the latter even earns more and more land in recent years.

The Overseas: the most famous, and most appreciated model, at Vacheron Constantin.

3rd place: Patek Philippe, between nobility and prestige

Few watch lovers who have not dreamed of having a patek Philippe one day. Unlike Audemars Piguet, his competitor has several strings to his bow. If the Patek Philippe Nautilus remains the most famous in the catalog of Patek Philippe, the Calatrava collections and large complications are not outdone. The watch that I find the most interesting in the selection of Patek is the Aquanaut. If this model introduces in 1997 certainly does not have a story as rich as the Patek Philippe Nautilus, we can still talk about icon.

Introduced in 1997, Patek Philippe Aquanaut already has everything of an icon.

2nd place: omega, the eternal second

Omega is the direct competitor of Rolex and, as such, is often an eternal second. In my opinion, rightly so. Omega has a large catalog of fantastic watches, of very high quality. Among its prowess, let us mention in particular the co-axial caliber certified by the metas, not only extreme precision, but also resistant to magnetic fields of up to 15,000 Gauss. The Omega Seamaster Diver 300m is one of the most impressive diving watches of our time, and the Omega Speedmaster Professional is certainly the most emblematic watch of all time. I particularly like the way that Omega has to present his watches, much more modern and playful than competition, never strange or moved. The Seamaster watches box takes up for example the wooded pattern of the bridges of a yacht, while the box of the Omega Speedmaster recalls a suitcase of astronaut. Unpacking is already an experience in itself !

With his Speedmaster Professional, Omega designed an unrivaled masterpiece.

1 re place: Rolex, the queen mother

Let’s finish in style with this name which cannot miss the call: Rolex. The crown brand has produced many iconic watches with timeless design and well -supplied history. If models such as the Rolex Submariner or the Rolex Datejust have been copied hundreds of times, they have never been equaled. The Rolex Submariner is probably the most copied and duplicated watch in the world, and retains its symbol status. What I particularly like about Rolex: the comfort of the wrist watch is simply phenomenal. What a pleasure to activate a Rolex telescope, to turn your crown and even simply to use the loop. If the coronation of Rolex is not to the taste of all watches, I must say that its success is amply deserved. Its trajectory is even quite surprising when you consider that Rolex is a relatively young brand compared to competition.

The best brands of men’s watches

The watch is the essential accessory of man’s wrist. We almost all wear one, and we love this accessory. Today, the men’s watch is no longer really used to give the time, because the time is everywhere on our computers and our phones, but we still keep a watch in the wrist. That says everything !

I like watches that are both timeless and elegant, but also unbreakable adventurers for more “sport” moments. Here you will find a selection of the best watch brands, for all styles and budgets.

Brands of classic watches for men

This list of men’s watch marks includes the best -selling and most popular watches. I am thinking in particular of Seiko or Swatch which are names that we all know. I selected the Ocarat ♥ store for the quality of its customer service, to help you quickly find the watch you are looking for.

• Oris | An independent house with beautiful models. Reliable mechanics. At Ocarat.
• Seiko | Simple and efficient. A brand that I love for everyday. At Ocarat
• Tissot | A preference for PRX or the Heritage range. At Ocarat
• Timex | I love these superb little watches that have character. At Ocarat
• Lip | The legendary little French brand. At Ocarat
• Metesinger | The mono needle from every angle ! At Ocarat
• Mido | Very nice elegant brand and Swiss made. At Ocarat
• Constant Frederic | Elegant watches and excellent value for money. At Ocarat
• Hamilton | Elegant watches, but always with a touch of originality. At Ocarat
• Swatch | Is it still necessary to present this brand ! At Ocarat
• Rado | The specialist in ceramic watches. I really like her Captain Cook diver. At Ocarat.

• Edox | The original and very technical swiss made. At Ocarat
• Mühle Glashütte | Sublime brand that we are talking about, wrongly ! At Ocarat
• Baltic | Very nice brand that revisits the “step case” box with talent. On Baltic-Watches.com
• Michel Herbelin | Pretty classic and elegant watches. French brand. At Ocarat
• Pequignet ���� | Beautiful French brand that offers original models. I love Equus. At Ocarat
• Citizen | Very respectable Japanese brand. At Ocarat
• You sleep | Rolex’s little sister. A very well placed brand price with superb models.
• Rolex | A reference. Iconic and timeless, it is more than a simple brand.
• March Lab ♥ ���� | A very strong universe for this French brand which makes a name for itself among the enthusiasts. At Ocarat
• Excelsior Park | The return of a legendary brand. At Ocarat
• Trilobic | Superb brand that shows the time otherwise. Chez Trilobe.com

Sports watch brands

Racée watches that can easily be worn on weekends or simply with a relaxed look. If you are looking for a watch brand for diving (Auricoste), or an unbreakable watch brand (G-Shock), this is where you will find everything.

The list of sports watches for men ::

• Mat Watches | Real adventurous and solid watches ! At Ocarat
• March Lab ♥ ���� | An elegant and quality French brand. At Ocarat
• Klokers ♥ | Extremely original watches inspired by calculation rules. At Ocarat
• Briston | Young brand that has been a hit since 2013. At Ocarat
• Yema | An iconic brand that has been offering very beautiful models for 60 years. At Ocarat
• Autodromo | Original models inspired by the universe of automotive and speed. At Ocarat
• G-shock | Unbreakable watches par excellence ! At Ocarat
• Victorinox | A beautiful classic and sporty brand. At Ocarat
• Sinn | Superb quality of watch and very attractive models. At Ocarat
• Glycine | A unknown brand with very interesting models. At Ocarat
• Alpina | Superb centenary brand. Impeccable quality. At Ocarat
• Dodane ♥ | A superb French brand founded in 1857. At Ocarat
• Auritoste | Magnificent backpacking models and diving. At Ocarat
• Zrc | A brand that has placed the crown at 6 o’clock ! At Ocarat
• Triton ♥ | Superb brand of diving watch relaunched in 2015. Chez Emile Léon
• Vulcan | The “President” is a reference in this very old brand. At Ocarat

Minimalist watches

I classify in the category of minimalist watches all those whose dial is purified and without superficial details. These watches will appeal to those looking for a brand of sober and timeless watches.

The list of minimalist men’s watches for men ::

• Uniform WARES | Certainly the most beautiful minimalist watches.Mr Porter
• Junghans ♥ | Elegant sleek models. Max Bill, a Must have ! At Ocarat
• Nomos | Sublime brand that makes simple and elegant watches. Chez Nomos-Glashuette.com
• Worldly | Very nice brand which takes up the dial of the clocks of the Swiss railways. At Ocarat
• Junkers | In the same spirit as Junghans. A superb brand. At Ocarat
• Komono | Very sober and simple dials. At Ocarat
• Skagen | Nordic sobriety on the wrist. At Ocarat
• Braun | Minimalism par excellence. At Amazon
• Asked | ���� French watches with sleek design. https: // www.asked.Fr/

Independent watchmakers

Small structures in front of the giants of this field, but with unique know-how.

• Théo Auffret | Auffret-Paris.com
• Chronometry workshop | https: // www.workshop.com/
• Cyril Brivet Naudot | http: // brivet-naudot.com/
• Marco Lang | https: // www.Marcolangwatches.com
• Akrivia – Rexhep Rexhepi | https: // www.akrivia.com/
• Petermann Bedat – Gaël Petermann & Florian Bédat | https: // www.Petermann-Bedat.CH/
• Remy Cools | https: // www.Remycools.com
• Philippe Dufour | @philippe_dufour_officiel
• Florent Lecomte | https: // www.lecture.com/
• Keaton Myrick | https: // www.Keatonmyrick.com/
• Kikuchi Nakagawa – Yusuki Kikuchi & Tomonari Nakagawa | https: // kikuchi-nakagawa.com/
• Thierry Ducret | https: // www.thierryducret.com/
• Raúl Pagès | https: // pageswatches.com
• Felipe Pikullik | https: // www.Felipe-Pikullik.of/
• Pascal COYON | @pascalcoyon
• Ludovic Ballouard | https: // Ballouard.com/
• Sylvain Pinaud | https: // www.Sylvain-Pinaud.com
• Charles Frodsham | https: // www.Frodsham.com
• Yosuke Sekiguchi | https: // yosuke-sekiguchi.com
• Bexei – Aaron Becsei | https: // www.Bexei.hum
• Haldimann – Beat Haldimann | https: // www.Haldimann.swiss
• Vianney Halter | https: // www.Vianney-Halter.com/
• Masahiro Kikuno | https: // www.Masahirokikuno.JP/
• Simon Brette | https: // Simonbrette.com/fr/
• Sven Andersen | https: // www.Andersen-Geneve.CH/
• Kurono Tokyo – Hajime asaoka | https: // kuronotokyo.com/
• Sinclair Harding – Robert Bray | https: // www.clockmakers.com/

Vintage watch shops

Watchmaking is a bit like art or automotive, old parts often gain value with the years that pass. However, it is risky to buy a second -hand watch between individuals because many fakes circulate. A trusted third party who certifies provenance and authenticity is real security so as not to be had.

• Bucherer CPO | https: // www.bucherate.com/fr/fr/Bucherer-Cpo.html
• Antoine de Macedo |http: // adm-horloger.com/
• 41 Watch | https: // www.41watch.com/
• Roman Rea | https: // www.Romainrea.com/
• Lassaussois “Watches” | https: // www.Boutlelesmountres.com/fr/
• Jean Mick | https: // www.jeanmick.com/
• Old time hour | https: // www.Old-time-hour.com/
• TOCANTS Atelier | https: // www.Latelierdestoantes.com/
• Against time | http: // www.setbackParis.com/watches/
• Watchfinder | https: // www.watchfinder.Fr/
• Croesus | https: // www.Croesus.Fr/

• Collector square | https: // www.Collectorsquare.com/watches/
• The Watches Guide | https: // www.Instagram.com/LeguidedeDesMontres/
• Vacheron Constantin “collectors” | https: // www.Vacheron Constantin.com
• Shuck The Oyster | https: // www.shucktheoyster.com/
• Time collection | https: // www.collection.be/fr
• Beautiful Watch | https: // www.Thebeautifulwatch.com/
• Chrono 24 | https: // www.chrono24.Fr/
• Stockx | https: // stockx.Com/Watches
• Collective cloakroom | https: // fr.COLLECTIVE VESTIAIRE.com/accessories-man/watches/
• Chronex | https: // www.chronex.Fr/

Haute-Horlogerie Watches

This list is that published by FHH – Federation of Haute Horlogerie – which has set several criteria to integrate the prestigious circle of Haute Haute Horlogerie houses. This is a sometimes heterogeneous list, which does not include all watchmaking societies, and sometimes classic watchmaking brands that do not have much ” high quality watchmaking“, But I have nothing to do with it ! ��

The list of high watchmaking watch brands:

• HAS. Lange & Söhne | classic brand whose details are always superb.
• Andreas Strehler | visually very strong models.
• Antoine Preziuso | For lovers of watched watches.
• Armin Strom | high watchmaking that likes to show what is hidden.
• Louis Moinet workshops: colored watches in a baroque universe.
• AUDEMARS PIGUET | a house that we no longer present, especially for the Royal Oak.
• Baume & Mercier | Very beautiful classics and reasonable prices.
• Beat Haldimann | closer to the work than the watch.
• Blancpain | iconic brand especially for her diver FIFTY FATHOMS.
• BOVET 1822 | Artistic performances and techniques at the service of watchmaking.
• Breguet | One of the oldest brands, which has lost nothing of its excellence.
• Breitling | the “aviation” brand par excellence with iconics such as Navitimize.
• Bulgari | His model Octo Finissimo is an example of originality and elegance.
• Carl F.BUCHERER | Ancient brand associated with the Bucherer group and offering beautiful classic models.
• Cartier | Creator of great timeless classics such as “santos” or “tank”.
• Chanel | especially known for the J12 in ceramic and First for women.
• Chopard | An emblematic brand also specialized in jewelry.
• Christiaan van der Klaauw | Confidential watchmaker close to the universe of astronomy.
• Christophe Claret | Confidential watchmaker that manufactures original models in limited series.
• Corum | there Admiral or the Golden Bridge are the two icons of this renowned house.
• De Bethune | A confidential brand of very high watchmaking, on the border between classicism and originality.
• Dewitt | Watches with an extraordinary design.
• F.P. Day | a brand that is both innovative and respectful of the watchmaking tradition.
• Ferdinand Berthoud | The watchmaking excellence that explores the fine border between tradition and innovation.
• Girard-Perregaux | Beautiful brand known for its Laureato octagonal created in 1975.
• Glashütte Original | the chic and the sober elegance of a German brand.

• Greubel Forsey | excess and challenges are not afraid of this innovative brand.
• Grönefeld | renowned brand which has often received the Grand Prix de Horlogerie de Genève (Gphg)).
• H. Moser & Cie | superb brand whose unicolore dials are undoubtedly the most beautiful.
• Harry Winston | Jeweler specializing in jewelry watches.
• Hautlence | atypical watches that cannot leave indifferent.
• Hermès | A beautiful watchmaking collection despite that it is not the specialty of the house.
• Hublot | a brand now cult for its Classic Fusion and his big Bang.
• Hyt | An innovative and very original brand.
• IWC | Very nice brand close to the world of aviation.
• Jaeger-LeCoultre | Superb manufacture renowned for its legendary Reverse and its high watchmaking models.
• Jaquet Droz | A watchmaker who focuses strongly on the work of his dials.
• Krayon | Haute watchmaking for a magnificent result.
• Laurent Ferrier | An elegant and confidential brand that deserves to be interested in it.
• Longines | Very nice chic and classic brand.
• Louis Vuitton | Le Malletier has been able to innovate to offer an original range.
• Masters of time | A very confidential and classic watchmaking workshop.
• MB & F | excess and excellence. Everything is extraordinary in this brand.
• MCT | A completely original time reading.
• Montblanc | Very beautiful models and real know-how since the acquisition of the Minverva factory.
• Movado | A colorful universe.
• Omega | a mythical brand known in particular for its Speedmaster, The first watch carried on the moon.
• Panerai | A strong identity for an iconic and essential brand.
• Amonggiani Fleurier | Superb house that offers models both classic and originally.
• Patek Philippe | Mythical brand known for its Nautilus released in 1976.
• Paul Gerber | Independent watchmaker with a particular signature.
• Perrelet | her Turbine to the rotary dial is a signature part of the brand.
• Philippe Dufour | independent watchmaker.

• Piaget | A jeweler who masters both classic models and jewelry shows.
• Ralph Lauren | the model Stirrup is very nice, but it’s not really high watchmaking.
• Reason | Totally crazy models that are not classic.
• Richard Mille | A brand that cultivates excellence and superlatives.
• Roger Dubuis | A brand close to the automobile that produces “supermontres” to carry behind the wheel of a “supercar”.
• Roger W. Smith | English brand of Haute Horlogerie which offers classic models.
• Rolex | The most iconic brand in the watchmaker. An undeniable reference.
• Romain Gauthier | offers a very innovative chain movement.
• SARPANEVA | a unique work of dials.
• Seiko | The Grand Seiko brand is a benchmark in the world of high watchmaking.
• Speake-Marin | confidential brand which offers magnificent models.
• Tag Heuer | iconic brand known for its model Monaco.
• Thomas Prescher | Very confidential independent watchmaker.
• Tudor | Rolex little sister. A superb range that continues to develop.
• Ulysses Nardin | Magnificent brand close to the navy universe.
• Urwerk | A new definition of watchmaking. A brand apart.
• Vacheron Constantin | The elegance of traditional watchmaking.
• Van Cleef & Arpels | a jeweler who offers beautiful pieces.
• Vianney Halter | independent watchmaker who offers parts to multiple complications.
• Vincent Calabresse | The “Space” range is incredible.
• Voutilainen | Art in addition to watchmaking. A very inspiring brand.
• Vulcan | Beautiful classic brand still under the radar.
• Zenith | Superb house recognized in particular for its “El Primero” movement.