Regardless of where your sailing adventures take you this summer- competing in a regatta, cruising your favorite areas, or diving in remote locations, no avid sailor or diver’s look is complete without a great nautical timepiece. Designed with durable, water-resistant cases to resist harsher environments, sailing watches have traditionally been used to calculate speed and distance using chronographs. While the functionality and practicality of a yachting watch are undeniable, they do not come at the cost of high-end aesthetics. Regardless of your need for a yachting watch, we have curated a list of our favorites to ensure your summer on the seas is spent in style.
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II: Specifically designed for professional sailors, like other Rolex watches, the Yacht-Master II is the iconic timepiece for those who participate in regatta racing. This quintessential nautical timepiece includes a countdown timer for that all-to-crucial race starting sequence, as well as a Ring Command bezel that works in conjunction with its internal mechanism. With this, Rolex has truly achieved perfection by incorporating a bezel and internal mechanism that work in conjunction with each other; a first in the world of horology. Synonymous with excellence and durability, the Yacht-Master II will not only help you to secure status on the sea but in everyday wear, as well.
Panerai Luminor Marina: With a history of creating military watches for the Italian Navy, Panerai has a legacy steeped deeply in nautical activity. Sporting the retro shape of its ancestors, this timepiece is large, and water-resistant, making it an ideal choice for those who like to play beneath the waves. The large dial paired with impressive luminosity creates the perfect face for readability and visibility whilst engaging in your favorite water activities. The Luminor’s crown guard protects the winding crown from accidental changes, helping to maintain its integrity while engaged underwater.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore: Truly the watch to style up your dive, the Royal Oak is unique in appearance with a modern chrome-like aesthetic. This self-winding watch has a dive-time measurement and date feature making it not only a stunner to look at, but a superbly functional diving accessory. As with all Audemars Piguet models, the devil is in the details with mindfully sized numbers for ease of readability and a luminescent coating on the hour markers for high visibility. With excellent movement finishing, this timepiece hits the mark both in terms of a terrific diving tool as well as an Haute Horology piece for your collection.
Summer is here and it is time to get out and play! There is no need to sacrifice either function or style when transitioning from garden cocktails to weekend sailing expeditions. Are you looking to add your next great piece to your collection? We have the experience, resources, and passion to help you find the timepiece that suits your lifestyle perfectly.
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