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The designer watch trade has been a major bastion of luxurious retail merchandise in the past ten years. For what other item can you shell out more than $10,000 to buy something that does exactly the same job as a virtual clone costing $5 at your neighborhood discount outlet? They look pretty much alike, both far away and close up, so why are they so different? Let's look into this further....

As demands on production and punctuality have increased in our daily life timekeeping has become increasingly important. Since having things happen precisely and on time is an important part of our daily life wristwatches have become a daily necessity.

Eventually, design houses added wristwatches in their line of products with their brand's name emblazoned upon it. Traditionally, the Swiss are renowned as watchmakers. However, they are focused on a more exclusive, upper-market clientele. As it turned, the Japanese have earned a reputation for producing reliable and affordable mechanical and electronic workings for these timepieces.

Timepieces have been sub-divided into several distinct categories. The stopwatch is a commonly known and well-used example. Anybody who calls themselves an athlete these days can tell you their best times around the track or in a half marathon. Another group that rely very much on precision time keeping are sailors. In modern day yacht races, it is not just about the quickest time to the finish line, but also time spent on a specific course before tacking. Formula One race car drivers are often featured in television commercials wearing the latest chronometer with one-hundredth of a second accuracy capability.

When looking to buy wristwatches, consumers are often in search of a discount watch. These are usually the $5 model you find at the local five-and-dime. These are inexpensive, true, but usually are sealed to prevent battery swaps. When the battery is dead, so is the watch. These are also rather plain and boring products; they are sometimes called "disposable watches" due to their nature.

Designer watches on the other hand, are more than just a timepiece. Their functionality is not found in solely providing the owner with the accurate time of day. Rather, they also serve as a fashion statement for those lucky enough to own one. It's akin to wearing Gucci or another famous name brand. In addition to bearing famous names, these watches are known for making their owner stand out in a crowd due to their sheer elegance. These wristwatches are usually not only made with gold or silver, but are also often admired for being adorned with a dazzling array of gemstones, often diamonds (e.g., Rolex and others).

When looking to buy a designer watch you should look into the warranty period that comes with it. The type of warranty should play a part in your decision to buy. Buying a used one can be done on the Internet, but make sure that research is done to find out which brands are quality.

There are those who like to give someone dear a designer watch as a birthday gift, for a special event, or as part of the gift-giving during the end-of-year holidays. Such watches have gained popularity as well with bosses who present them to workers as bonuses for specific accomplishments. Regardless of the reason, a designer watch always delights its recipient, male or female. Since your time is worth so much, you might as well track it stylishly.