Watch Trends for Men: wrist action
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Carol Besler
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The slightly domed case and crystal, and minimalist dial lend an archival feel to the Zenith Vintage 1955
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The all-black Ebel Tekton, with technofibre strap, is a European football (soccer) watch – made specifically for the FC Bayern Munich team – with a retrograde timer for the two 45-minute periods that comprise a match. Hence the calibre number, 245
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The steel Hamilton Jazzmaster is a study in squares, with chronograph subdials and date window mimicking the shape and creating a tailored, architectural look. The perfect match for pinstripes and cigars
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The Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Squadra Polo Field Ceramic. The case flips over to reveal a world timer, including cities with major polo grounds
Black
This perennial fashion color has gone totally Johnny Cash with black on black watches in nearly every collection. Dial, markers, bezel and bracelet are dark and mysterious, with cases of PVD coated (physical vapor deposition) or DLC-coated (diamond-like carbon) for extra strength and another layer of black. Engraved metals or carbon fibre, the black leather jacket of watch dials, add texture.
Square
Ever since Cartier introduced the Santos-Dumont in 1911, it has been hip for watches to be square. The past two years in particular have produced a wave of four-sided styles, with a distinctively masculine edge.
Ceramic
Ceramic is so tough it’s now used to make knives because they stay sharper longer than steel. It will never rust, rot or scratch. It is temperature resistant, hypo-allergenic and, in case it’s an issue, bullet proof. It can be infused with any color, and takes a high polish. All of which makes it a perfect material for watches.
Rose gold
Rose gold has a subtle, almost brownish color that is considered less flashy than yellow gold. It was the color traditionally used for special-edition watches, but is now mainstream and usually mixed with black in sportier collections.
