There are literally thousands of reasons to buy a quality watch, from the simple act of telling the time to making a fashion statement. But what about buying a watch as an investment?
It’s a practice that is becoming more and more popular, as watch collectors with a keen eye for a classic are buying watches that can become significantly more expensive by adding nothing more than time.
Whilst this is possible, it is certainly not an easy feat, as most watches will either lose value or at best retain their value. There are however certain tips that can help you to pick out a watch that is going to be a classic in the future…
Limited Edition
One of the best indicators of a future classic watch is being produced as a limited edition timepiece.
The fact that the numbers are limited makes it innately desirable and in demand, so if you are lucky enough to get your hands on a limited edition, you could have a potentially great investment on your wrist.
Heritage
It is very rare that a watch maker’s first effort is renowned as a classic, so it’s important when you buy a new watch that you go with a proven manufacturer.
Thankfully there are plenty of watch makers with a long proven history of creating the world’s finest timepieces.
Distinctiveness
Things that look mundane tend to have a mundane price tag attached to them; it takes a distinctive design to really stand out from the crowd.
There can be a fine line between distinctive and garish but choose a watch that is styled tastefully, as well as individually, and you are far more likely to find that it becomes a classic.
Future Classics
There have been several watches in recent years that have really stood out from the crowd and are sure to become classics in the next decade. To help you to invest wisely we have selected three exquisite timepieces that are likely to become classics in the future.
Breitling Navitimer 806
The oldest watch on this list is already a classic that is gaining almost legendary status at the moment.
As Breitling Navitimer watches were originally released in 1955, you may think that it would be a little outdated but with its Venus 178 movement and excellent build quality it shows no signs of ever being outpaced.
Omega Speedmaster, Spacemaster Z-33
With a single glance at this watch, you immediately know that it is something truly special. Based on the original Omega Pilot’s Line, this watch looks as though it arrived on an alien craft.
With a milled titanium case and double function display it is every bit the modern watch but is sure to become a classic in the next decade. View the OMEGA Speedmaster range today.
Bremont Wright Flyer White Gold
The Bremont Wright Flyer White Gold may be the newest watch on this list but it is probably the most likely to become a classic. It ticks all of the boxes for heritage and distinctiveness as well as being limited to only 50 models worldwide.
Bremont have ensured the value of this horological masterpiece even more so by making it out of none other than white gold. Look for this watch in a decade and you will not only struggle to find one, but also pay a small fortune to make it your own.
*Model shown in video is Rose Gold, White Gold edition available.
These watches are sure to be a great investment for your next watch buying decision or perhaps you are lucky enough to already have one of our future classics in your collection? Well take this as an incentive to hold on to it for a few more years.
With extensive collections from all of the above watch makers including our Bremont Watch collection which includes the incredible Wright Flyer in white gold. For more information about any of the watches in our collection simply pop in and see us in store or contact us today and our friendly team will be happy to help.
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