Words: Violet
Luxury needn’t be just for the city dwelling gentleman. This selection of sports watches will see you sartorially sail through the confines of a working day and out onto the playing fields and waters of the athletic mans’ sporting pursuits.
Tag Heuer Carrera
First up, this racing style Carrera watch is perfect for the athletic man (or man who just wants to look athletic!), water resistant up to 100 metres it has a black dial with chronograph at 6 o’clock, running second at 9 o’clock and chronograph minute at 12 o’clock. With luminous hour and minute markers to increase visibility in low light and a large crown for the stopwatches. As good to look at as it is practical, the watch is secured with a black crocodile embossed leather strap, which means it can take you from city to gym in effortless style.
Available from £3,795, at tagheuer.com
Hublot Big Bang
This brand are renowned for their concept of fusion and this is no exception – The Big Bang collection fuses traditional Hublot design with modern high end materials. This particular watch features a classic sharp edge case design, made of ceramic and composite resin for maximum durability.The watch is secured by a black rubber strap with deployment clasp and is water resistant to 100 meters, thus perfect for the sporting enthusiast.
Available from £12, 700, at hublot.com
Breitling Superocean Chronograph II
Another stunning watch from Breitling perfectly fits the sports watch category, with this Superocean dive watch. Whilst the iconic brand might be better known for conquering the skies, here they turn their attention to the sea. Both unique in appearance and superior in performance, this particular timepiece features an abyss black dial with contrasting red accents on the seconds hand, sub-dials and calendar aperture. Luminescent hands and indexes for improved reading under water make it the perfect accompaniment to any dive.
With dive-specific functionality this watch still retains all the luxury associated with Breitling, making it perfect wrist-wear for the diving enthusiast, athlete or city gentleman – all in one watch.
Available from £4, 440, at breitling.com
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