Nice Watch for around $1500-2000 for Grad Gift

Hello, So my Mom texted me the other day and asked what kind of watch I would like for a grad gift in the $1500-2000 range. I am entering my final year of university in September, so I still have a lot of time but I really want to find the right piece.
Any suggestions?

 
 

There are a million factors to consider. 1. Purpose? This really dictates everything else written below. For example, do you want something that is strictly dressy or something that can be both dressy and casual? 2. Theme of watch? Your typical themes would be diver watches (think rolex), dressy watches, racing watches, pilot watches, etc. Have an idea what you like. Most people are generally attracted to diving watches. 3. Strap? This doesn't matter much, but would you want a leather, canvas, metal strap?

 
  1. It would be for work. I work on an oil & gas trading floor and they are pretty casual. Overall tho more on the dressy side I think for myself. I currently wear an 80's citizen with a leather strap which was my grandfathers
  2. I don't really know. I more what to see what I can get in the price range and go from there.
  3. leather or metal
 

orient star and chris ward make some very nice watches. Also think about if you want a mechanical watch or not. Would you like a skeletal hole or back case so you can see the movement?

 

Stowa 1938 Chronograph - On the dressy side but with a modern big-face vibe, a poor man's Portuguese chrono with a display caseback. Punches above its weight in looks and a brand that carries some weight with those in the know. Right in your price range. You're welcome.

 

Breitling used to have time pieces around $2k, but I don't think they do now. If they do, I would recommend that. Otherwise, go for the Baume and Mercier or Tag. They have some excellent time pieces in that price range. Some other alternatives worth considering are Oris and Hamilton. They start out cheaper, but some models can get really expensive. At that price range, the time piece should be Swiss made.

 

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