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A sleek, stylish watch is a sure-fire way to impress co-workers and family members. In addition to being a time-honored status symbol, intricately designed watches are useful (for telling time, of course!) and a perfect complement to any wardrobe. While brands like Rolex and TAG have dominated the high-end watch industry for years, wooden watches have taken the market by storm with their beautiful designs and functional simplicity. Whether you’re looking for handcrafted wooden watches or wooden watches on the cheap, we’ve got a list of the best wooden watches for sale. But wait: before you get into our wooden watch buying guide, there are a few things you ought to know about wooden watches:
Wood type: Modern wooden watches are made of a variety of different types of wood from bamboo to rosewood. Some of these wood types are found in the most expensive wooden watches and are valued for their aesthetic qualities while others are eco-friendly.
Case Diameter: Men often opt for large watches, which are eye-catching show-stoppers while women often prefer watches with smaller case diameters. An improperly sized timepiece can affect how often you wear the watch, so it’s important to consider a watch’s case diameter before you buy.
Clasp Type: Whether you prefer a folding or buckle clasp type is often a case of personal preference but can also affect how easy or difficult it is for you to take off the watch. It’s important to find a watch with a clasp you can easily get on and off.
Movement: Movement is the mechanism through which a watch actually keeps time. Different movements determine how often your watch might need servicing – quartz watches have batteries that need replacements and mechanical watches have springs that might need winding.
Strap Material: While all the watches in this review have wood casings, some also come with wooden straps. Although these wooden straps are polished and comfortable, some wearers might prefer a leather strap for maximum adjustability.
Gender: Watch style and design is often a matter of personal preference. While everyone can wear watches they enjoy, regardless of gender, specifically designed men’s watches tend to have larger casings and longer straps. Some watches also come in women’s or unisex designs, too.
Now that you know what to look for, let’s get right into the wooden watch reviews. But, if you’re in a hurry, you can check out our top pick and our budget pick to get an idea of the best wooden watches for sale. If you have the time, keep reading and check out our reviews of ten great wooden watches. Let’s get started!
Jennifer Trimbee
Expert Researcher and Writer
Jennifer Trimbee, a lead researcher and writer at GeekWrapped, is an expert writer with many years of experience. Jennifer writes about technology, sports, outdoor, and gear products.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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