Style -- 4 days ago
Words: Charlie Thomas
Other than carefully investing or throwing it in a savings account, there are few better ways to spend your bonus than on a fine wristwatch. Here are some of your best options.
THE BONUS: £1500, , Nomos Glashutte have garnered plenty of good press for their understated mechanical timepieces. The Tangente is one of their best-selling models and, in terms of value for money, is almost unbeatable. If you want your wrist to exude a timeless elegance, this watch is for you.
Nomos Tangente 38, £1460 from Nomos Glashutte
THE BONUS: £5,000, , If you’re after a solid gold dress watch that will easily slide under the cuff, Baume & Mercier should definitely be on your radar. The Clifton family is inspired by the Swiss brand’s watches from the 1950s, so if you’re after a vintage-inspired piece, look no further.
Baume & Mercier Clifton 10058, £4,500 from Baume & Mercier
THE BONUS: £10,000, , Distinctly masculine, this black-on-black Portuguese is hand-wound, and features a stylish seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. The 44mm case size is on the large size, yet it remains effortlessly suave thanks to its simplicity and highly legible dial.
IWC Portuguese Hand-Wound, £6,500 from Watches of Switzerland
THE BONUS: £15,000, , Nothing says ‘you’ve made it’ quite like a Rolex. For added character and personality though, be sure to go vintage. A classic Day-Date fitted on a leather strap is about as classy as it gets, especially when the case is made of 18k yellow gold with a fluted bezel.
Rolex Day-Date, £7,750 from Watch Club
THE BONUS: £20,000, , For the ultimate in powerful yet refined wrist presence though, an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is hard to beat. This particular model is the thinnest in the lineup too, so while it boasts iconic sporty looks, it will fit under your shirt cuff for added modesty.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra Thin Self Winding, £16,600 from Harrods
