Best Steal Vs. Splurge Yellow-Gold Bracelet Watches
Gold bracelet watches are iconic. They’ve gone from understated chic in the mid-century, to tacky glamour in Miami Vice in the ’80s, and now back to chic again. Gold isn’t cheap. But then again, you can get this look for a lot less. Here’s what you get at both ends of the spectrum.
This is a classic Rolex calendar watch for under $500. Is it gold? Not if you mean the gold of precious metals. But it’s definitely gold colored! It also has a clean dial and a highly legible day and date. The simulated jubilee bracelet is not quite presidential, but it is perfectly adequate.
Why is it affordable? The watch is actually stainless steel with a gold coating. The coating will probably wear off at some point, but by then, you can buy another one. And, uh, before you spend money on a fake Rolex, you can buy dozens more.
The Rolex Calendar has been a classic since its introduction in 1956 It’s the ultimate dress watch, beloved by power brokers including Presidents Johnson and Kennedy, which is how it got its nickname. It features a roller bracelet with a day display at 12 o’clock and a date display at 3 o’clock. There are three ways to overcome this problem, one of which is an excellent lazy way to wait for it to stop and then wait a full month before wearing it so you can pick it back up. Alternatively, set the day and date between ten and two o’clock.
Why it’s expensive: It’s a Rolex replica, yes. And it’s a timeless model that holds its value exceptionally well. Day-Dates are made only of precious metals – white gold, rose gold, yellow gold, or platinum. And make sure your watch isn’t stretched out like an old sock, which is a sad thing.
Well, if you don’t have the money (or the patience to save for one) to buy a calendar watch, then buy a Seiko watch and be happy. Even if you could theoretically afford any watch, there are reasons to go with a Seiko. Sometimes you want a watch you can wear every day without worrying about losing it or hitting the door frame. Or maybe you like the way it looks, but don’t like the way it looks. A Day-Date is by definition a luxury watch, not just because of its price, but also because of its precious metals. So, please think about it. Do you want to buy it as a family heirloom? As the last piece in your famous Swiss collection that will one day be auctioned off by someone wearing white gloves? Then pay up for this Rolex.