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Best men's watches to buy right now
Quartz watches keep better time and never need winding; automatics are the mechanical pick for people who like how a watch works. 100m water resistance means you can swim in it, 30m means splashes only. Solar and radio-controlled models from Casio and Citizen are the set-and-forget choice.
Best for most people
1. Casio G-Shock GA-2100-1AER
49mm · 200m · Analogue and digital · Quartz
This octagon G-Shock is the easy everyday watch, with a quartz movement, 200m water resistance and both analogue hands and a digital display. It is tough enough for the gym, the beach and DIY. The black plastic case looks casual, so it is not the one for a suit.
Best automatic
2. Seiko SRPD51K1 Automatic
Stainless steel · Hardlex · 100m · Automatic
A proper mechanical watch from Seiko, with an automatic movement, a stainless steel bracelet and 100m water resistance so you can swim in it. It suits anyone who wants their first automatic. Hardlex mineral glass is tougher than standard glass but less scratch-resistant than sapphire.
Best solar
3. Citizen Eco-Drive AW5000-16L
42mm stainless steel · Blue nylon · Eco-Drive solar · Day-date
Light-powered Eco-Drive means no battery changes, and the day-date dial with luminous hands is easy to read. The blue nylon strap gives it a relaxed, sporty look. The listing does not state the water resistance rating, so check it before swimming.
Best budget
4. Casio A158WEA-1EF
Casual · LCD digital · Stainless steel · Quartz
A retro Casio digital on a stainless steel bracelet that looks smarter than its modest cost suggests. It suits anyone wanting a simple, light, reliable daily watch. The listing gives little detail on water resistance, so treat it as a splash-only watch.
Best premium
5. Tissot PRX 35mm (Gold)
35mm, 9.6mm thick · Yellow gold PVD · Quick-release · Quartz
Swiss-brand style with an integrated bracelet, a gold PVD stainless steel case and a slim 9.6mm profile. The quick-release bracelet makes swapping straps easy. At 35mm it is a unisex size, so men with larger wrists may want something bigger.
Best automatic alternative
6. Orient RA-AA0003R19B
Stainless steel · Garnet · Sports · Automatic
An automatic sports watch from Orient with a striking garnet dial and a metal bracelet. It suits buyers who want a mechanical watch with a bit more colour than the Seiko. The listing gives few specs, so water resistance and case size are not stated.
Best casual
7. Timex Weekender XL 43mm
43mm black brass · INDIGLO · Olive nylon · Quartz
A relaxed field-style watch with a large, easy-to-read 43mm dial, 24-hour markings and Timex's INDIGLO backlight. The slip-through nylon strap is comfortable and simple to swap. The brass case and mineral glass are less durable than the steel watches ranked above.
Best cheap
8. Casio F-91W
LED · F-91W-1JF · Digital
The classic Casio digital and the biggest seller here, a good light beater watch for sport, travel or a first watch. It has an LED light for reading in the dark. The resin case and strap feel basic, and it is not built for swimming.
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