As any good yachtsman knows, whether you are sailing on your superyacht, skippering a sailboat or just out for a lazy cruise in the local bay or waterways, you aren't ready if you don't have a good watch on your wrist that says, "I am nautical." Below are five great selections for any budget and voyage.
Génie 03 will show your captain you are serious, or if you are the boss on the high seas, will make sure all those dials up on the bridge are working correctly. The world’s first-ever wristwatch with a functional speedometer that constantly refreshes in real time, it is fitted with a patented “instant speed” scientific measurement mechanism, with a proprietary extrusion mechanism that creates a unique look, according to its description. When extended to indicate the speed, it stands 6 mm high. Within the Titanium G5 extrusion mechanism, comprised of 45 components, are hemispherical special alloy Robinson cups, in the manner of an anemometer. It works from 10 to 125 mph, so particularly useful aboard your speedboat. You can check it out at Cellini Jewelers (New York), Provident Jewelry (Florida) or Westime (Southern California).
If you are planning to spend time overboard, the Patravi ScubaTec could be the right choice. A “sturdy diving watch,” its 44.6 mm diameter provides the legibility you want during your underwater explorations. There is a unidirectional rotatable bezel with a 4-mm sapphire crystal and an automatic helium valve to offer “functionality under extreme conditions.” Inside is a chronometer-certified CFB 1950.1 automatic movement. It's available at London Jewelers (Long Island, NY), Provident Jewelry (Florida), Little Switzerland (Aruba) and Jewels (St. Thomas, USVI).
Admiral's Cup AC-45 Chronograph with a teak wood dial will set you apart and show everyone you have salt water running through your veins. Even when you are not on open ocean, just a look down at your wrist at the dial will remind you of your passion for seas. The 12-sided, 45 mm stainless steel case is eye catching. There is a 42-hour power reserve and if you are a Corum aficionado, you will notice the return of the nautical pendants to mark the hours. Available at David Ogle (Los Angeles), Goldfinger (St. Barts), Kenjo (New York) and Provident (Florida).
Ernst Benz may be know for its aviation watches and collaborations with John Varvatos, however its Nautical Star is perfect for your boat or just when you want a boating look. The 47 mm stainless steel case will standout on your wrist, and there are four variations, however, the watchmaker also takes custom requests. It's also water resistant to 50 meters, and is available at Berger Joyeros (Mexico City), Levinson Jewelers (Florida), London Jewelers (Long Island, NY) and Westime (Southern California).
The Steampunk Auto 46 offers a PVD-coated steel or red gold case, and according to press material, "this new collection embraces a new aesthetic sharing the brand’s bold and hedonistic spirit." The tips of the hands recall anchors and another reference to the sea is the seconds hand at 9 o’clock, with the look of a propeller. If you are still looking for some salt water inspiration, the blackened bridges "recall the raw energy emanating from a coal blackened engine room." On your way to the pier, you can provision your own Steampunk at Exquisite Timepieces (Naples), Jewell's at Galpin Premier (Los Angeles), Martin Pulli (Philadelphia) and Roman Times (Las Vegas).
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