Dr. N.
In this article, we look at the most desirable elegant watches. These real jewels, given that the watch represents the only ornament allowed by fashion to male elegance, are indispensable for the classy man, who wants to enhance his appearance on a formal occasion.
The elegant watch represents the most authentic and pure form of luxury watchmaking. Despite the great success of some luxury sports watches, it is undeniable that enthusiasts and connoisseurs continue to recognize the prestige of the elegant watch.
1 Patek Philippe Calatrava
This watch represents elegance in its purest form. Perfectly made, without unnecessary frills, it gives the wrist wearing it a class that no other watch can match. For this, it deserves the first place in our ranking.
Il Patek Philippe Calatrava was born in 1932, with the aim of revitalizing the sales of the company, just taken over by the Stern family, during the difficult years of the Depression. The name derives from the knights of Calatrava, who defended the fortress of the same name from the assault of the Moors in the 1887th century. Their banner, the Calatrava Cross, has been chosen as a symbol by Patek Philippe since XNUMX: we can well imagine what a bet it was, for maison, make a watch with such a demanding name. Bet that paid off, since the Calatrava line is still among the most popular of Patek Philippe.
2 Rolex Datejust
The Rolex Datejust has been a watchmaking icon for many decades. Its simple and clean style has won many admirers. Among these, one of the most illustrious is certainly Gerald Genta, who praised the elegant and essential lines of this watch.
3 Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse
Designed by the great Gerald Genta in the XNUMXs, the Golden Ellipse owes its charm to the use, in the design phase, of the concept of the “golden section”, first divided by the mathematicians of ancient Greece. This choice makes its proportions extremely satisfying for the human eye. The use of a technically advanced and very thin movement makes the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse an exquisitely refined watch.
4 Jaeger Reverso
This watch was born in the XNUMXs, at the request of the British officers stationed in India: it had to be elegant but sturdy enough to withstand the shocks during a polo match. The solution to the second requirement is the rotating case, which allows the watch to be placed in a position of complete protection. Elegance is instead guaranteed by the lines of the watch, inspired by the artistic movement of Art Déco.
5 Long Saxony
A. Lange & Söhne is a company with ancient roots, which closed after the Second World War and reopened in the aftermath of German reunification. The Saxonia is one of their most representative models, a simple watch in lines but of considerable charm. Enriched over time by various complications, the Lange Saxonia, which takes its name from the state where the manufacture resides, was launched in 1994, and has continued to gain acclaim from enthusiasts ever since.
