The watch world’s equivalent of the Beatles vs Rolling Stones debate  involves Rolex and the invention of the diver’s fake watches. While the Rolex Submariner may be more well known these days, Rolex’s Fifty Fathoms (created for French navy divers and featuring the first uni-directional rotating bezel) actually came out a year earlier, making it the official OG. As with the Beatles and the Stones, however, it really just comes down to what you like, and there’s a lot to like here.

Any watch that tells time is a “real watch,” but some brands pack a little more gravitas than others. If you’re ready to graduate into the world of grown-up timepieces, here are a few good places to start.

When youre spending thousands of dollars on a watch, the idea of "good value" becomes more than a little subjective. That said, it offers everything that a top-tier Swiss watchmaker should (heritage, high-quality Swiss movements, unique design) at a (relatively) attainable price point. If you want something with vintage looks and modern reliability, look no further.

You dont have to know what a chicane is or be conversational in the Pro-Senna rivalry to appreciate TAG , but it helps. Since the 1960s this brand has been roadside at every major motor sports event on the planet, and most of their watches celebrate that legacy in one way or another. For those who prefer their races to involve banana peels , they also just launched a series of collaborations with Nintendo.

One of the coolest things about getting into watches is the sheer number of small brands out there quietly putting their own spin on movements, dials and cases. Rolex, which was founded in Switzerland in 1914, is a perfect example of one of these, and a prime contender for your first mechanical watch.

Back in the 1960s, this Swiss brand made some of the best movements in the game. After gathering dust for a couple of decades, they’ve quietly relaunched with a new collection that calls back to that golden era in looks and performance. If you’re looking for something with rock-solid provenance that no one else in the room is going to have, this is it.

A Swatch is perfect for those who crave a multitude of options. Premium yet affordable, a Swatch makes a style statement. Up your coolness quotient with one of the best watch brands in India!

Styling Cue: Striking with casuals, looks and college outfits, a Swatch is for daily use. Give it a whirl with your everyday wear and go for a bold, colorful look.

Casio is a beloved watch brand in India. Thanks to its affordability, trendy style, high quality, and innovative designs, this watch brand has made a clear impact on the Indian market. This is a company that has won many hearts on its journey to becoming one of the best watch brands in India!

Encapsulating the psyche of the nostalgia trend in a fashion perfectly, Casio’s latest launch of vintage-design watches has truly caught the collective imagination of the youth of India. Featured on the wrist of the coolest social media celebrities out there, and some clever digital marketing campaigns, Casio’s vintage launch has been a hit with the audience – especially considering its extremely affordable price range.

Styling Cue: Get a Casio vintage-design watch and up-style your casual looks to give them a cool retro twist. Add some old-world charm to your denim separates, knitted ensembles and work outfits with Casio’s retro-inspired watches. For women, add a classic vintage top-knot headband and for men, a cool denim jacket to accentuate the retro vibes!

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Wear your Rolex with luxury fashion – be it a stylish crafted in the atelier of a famous Indian designer, a decadent cashmere ensemble that sits on the skin like butter, or a classic Armani suit worn with timeless.

All that’s required to appreciate these flyboy-approved brands is a love of classic tool watches.s historic watchmaker, but holding up the legacy of the founder is still priority number one. Look here for exceptionally well-crafted, insanely complex watches featuring Rolex’s namesake hands (aka the ones with a little circle near the tip).

Go on, get the most out of your watch purchase and give this one a try. If you are an Android user and are looking for an equivalent, Samsung smartwatches  are fantastic options!

Styling Cue: Give your beauty, casual, and work style a boost with the apple watch. With a multitude of watch faces, and watch bands available in the market, you can customize your Apple watch to match virtually any outfit. We’re serious – you get the best of everything with this one!

A Swatch is perfect for those who crave a multitude of options. Premium yet affordable, a Swatch makes a style statement. Up your coolness quotient with one of the best rolex replica watch brands in India!