Black Friday Watch Gift Guide For Him

Black Friday, this year on November 29th, marks the official start of Christmas shopping. Yes, even with a plethora of dizzying gifting options widely available, it somehow gets increasingly hard to come up with a present that feels special. But few things can compare with a watch in its ability to hold value (both monetary and emotional) while remaining practical – so much so that some couples are beginning to choose watches in lieu of rings as engagement gifts, which we wrote extensively about here. 
 

And, if we knew men (which we most certainly do), we’d know that they love a watch as a gift. Not much you can do about this one – it’s almost as natural as snow being white or birds being secret government agents. And, if you are looking for a gift to woo your hubby, boyfriend or the primary in your non-committed polyamorous situationship, you’ve come to the right place. 

At Wristcheck, we have a variety of watches that would satisfy even the most discerning horological taste buds. Our New In and Under Retail collection includes models from some of the most coveted brands, from Omega’s classic dive watches to Parmigiani’s timeless sartorial pieces. 

H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Tantalum & Steel Blue Dial

The electrifying anthracite-blue dial is probably the first thing you’ll notice when looking at this H. Moser & Cie Endeavour watch. Its unique texture, which most faithfully represents the rippling surface of the ocean, is achieved with the grand feu enameling technique (in which powdered silica is heated on metal in successive layers to create a deep, glassy surface). But despite its comparative modesty, the case of this watch is special still, for its made out of tantalum – a metal as impressive in its durability as it is in its difficulty to polish. Complementing the case and dial, the Endeavour 42 features a date window at the 3 o'clock position, a small seconds sub-dial above the 6 o'clock index, and a power reserve indicator near the 9 o'clock mark.

Bulgari Octo Roma WorldTimer Steel Blue Dial

Bulgari has been investing in its watchmaking with vigor these past few years – with its Octo Finissimo bagging the title of “the thinnest watch ever made” back in 2022. But even when it comes to staples, the Roman maison has its fingers on the pulse of culture, with its Serpenti and Octo Roma collection. The latter is a seductively geometric model, as represented here, in stainless steel with a stunning sunburst blue dial. This watch also has a world time function, which allows you to reference time in multiple cities around the world with but a glance. 

Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Rose Gold Silver Dial

There’s not a more palpable mix of sporty and elegant than Parmigiani Fleurier’s Tonda PF Chronograph. The Tonda collection invites sartorial sensibilities into watchmaking but treating the watch as if it was a Sicilian suit. The texture of the silver dial of this piece reminds the weave of an elegant silk tie, while its rose gold hands and indexes evoke the images of buttons and cufflinks. The Tonda PF Sport Chronograph also features three black subdials that are responsible for the “panda” nickname often given to this piece by collectors. 

Omega Seamaster Diver 300m Yellow Gold & Steel Blue Dial

Omega’s Seamaster collection became famous, of course, by its association with the James Bond franchise. The 300m range, in turn, is a more modern twist on the iconic range thanks to the signature helium escape valve with a conical shape, which allows the watch to remain water-resistance to 50m even if the valve is accidentally open. This iteration is executed in navy blue, as seen from its dial and bezel, with yellow gold elements on the borders of its hour markers and hands. 

Tudor Heritage Black Bay Chrono Steel Black Dial

Many would agree that any self-respecting collector should have at least one dive watch in their oeuvre. A truly fine choice would be Tudor’s Heritage Black Bay chronograph. This one boasts a slimmer case compared to the original Chrono, introduced in 2017. The standout feature of this watch is, of course, its reverse-panda colorway, with black dial and white subdials. And, the red accents on the seconds hand and signage really pull all of the design elements of this wrist candy together. 

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Ceramic Blue Dial

Blancpain’s Fifty Fathoms collection is an enduring union of technical prowess and aesthetic purity. The Bathyscaphe model, in turn, embraces minimalism with its ultra-slim profile and a unidirectional satin-brushed steel bezel with a ceramic insert and Liquidmetal hour markers. Coming with a navy-blue textile strap which matches its eye-catching sunburst blue dial. The eclectic yet uncomplicated design of the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscape makes it a tasteful option to wear both on and off duty.