Considerations for Buying Mid Priced Watches

If you are in the market for a timepiece in the mid price range, say $1,000 and up there are a few things you want to consider. Unlike purchasing a less expensive timepiece, these collections require a bit more savvy on the part of the shopper. If you are going to be looking at Cartier watches, for example or any other high end luxury maker you want to educate yourself on a few key points. Here are some tips to avoid and pitfalls:

• Mechanical movements; since you're upping your ante you will probably want to look at mechanical timepieces. These models are sophisticated and elegant and take us back to the classic way of watch making. They are quality crafted and never need batteries. The self winding models are wound by the movement of your wrist, so they never require manual winding, plus many of these timepieces come with see through case backs or dial apertures, which show off the inner workings of the movement.

• Chronometers; since we are talking about mechanicals, we should look at those with chronometer certifications. Certified chronometers are highly accurate mechanicals, which have passed a scrutiny of tests and are deemed the most precise mechanicals on the market.

• Brand reputation; When spending this kind of money on a timepiece, you want it to hold its value and the best way to ensure that is to purchase from a maker with a solid watch making reputation.

Spend your money wisely and end up with a fabulous luxury timepiece.

Considerations for Buying Mid Priced Watches