Lunch not in university cafeteria. Buying an expensive wristwatch is a really rebellious act now, isn’t it? Well, you are a poor student, but your wallet does not like luxury items. Your Rolex is not going to give you any additional points among the peers. To be frank, no one cares about your dissertation.
This time, the challenge is to find a watch that will work both in the library and during an interview with a recruiter. This watch should convey professionalism and competence. We strive for elegant simplicity.
In this class, the watch worth noting is the Tudor Black Bay 58. It is smaller than one would expect, which is a big plus for hands tired from typing. The watch is the perfect combination of Rolex features without being pretentious. It is reliable, durable and capable of handling PhD defense and a party after it.
The next watches are the Seiko Presage watches. Cocktail time dials are really impressive. They remind one of those afternoons spent in a dusty archive bathed in the rays of the sun. Such watch can be bought for around $500, leaving some budget for grocery shopping. This shows that you have a good taste, and that is what matters. Also, the watch produces a nice hum when brought closer to an ear.
For the more aggressive style, I would suggest the Longines Spirit watches. Heritage vibe conveyed by this watch exceeds its price by far. It conveys your leadership or at least conveys: “I have defended my thesis in time”.
The formal watch is always the challenge. To show that you know the difference between the watches, the Nomos Tangente would be a great option. Precision and minimalism in the Nomos Tangente complement each other, and it will fit nicely into a blazer. This is a specific message, but it works.
Do not underestimate the classical Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch. Not only it conveys history in your arm, but also puts everything into the right perspective. After all, you have defended your thesis in time, just like the Apollo mission did. Moreover, the resell value of this watch is pretty high, so it is practically practical.
It is not a good idea to fall into the trap of the skeleton dials. Yes, it looks nice on the web, but on your arm it screams: “Crypto bro”. Stick to steel watches with steel or leather bracelets. Do not buy watches with golden plating – it will wear off at the key moment. Guaranteed.
A bracelet is a very important feature. Instead of a metal bracelet, replacing it with a NATO strap adds intellectual aura to your field watch. After all, you might go hiking at least for the sake of the appearance. Versatility is the main criterion in this issue.
To conclude, a watch is just another reminder that you are in control of the time. It ticks and tocks while you wait for a peer review. At least, it looks nice while doing it.
Thanks for reading this post! – MyPlugin