July 18th, 2007 - Factors that Determine a Watch’s Value

There are several factors that determine a watch’s value.

1. Overall appeal/Style – No one can deny the value of a watch as an accessory. No matter how solid and accurate a watch is it wouldn’t sell if it is ugly. Manufacturers know this fact and so are meticulous not only in terms of precision and durability but also in style. Designer watches are of course really expensive. As a rule the more stylish a watch is the higher is its price.

2. Movements – Generally mechanical watches are more expensive than quartz watches due to the nature of the movements used.

3. Case Materials – There are plenty of choices when it comes to the material used for watch cases including plastic, different kinds of metals (both base and precious metals), different kinds of plating for base metals, steel, and resins. The price is partially determined by the type of case used with plastic and resin being the cheapest and gold-filled and precious metals being the most expensive.

4. Watch Face Cover – The cover designed to protect the dial of the watch also varies in material. Materials used are plastic, glass and synthetic sapphire. Plastic is of course the cheapest and sapphire the most expensive.

5. Straps – The straps used can significantly affect the price of a watch, especially if the straps are made of really expensive materials and are designed to be very stylish. There is a wide variety of strap materials from rubber and plastic to metals of all kinds as well as various types of leather.

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