Silver Pocket Watches

Silver Pocket Watches

Silver is the colour most people picture when they think of a pocket watch, and it is the least risky pick as a gift. The tone is cool and bright rather than warm, it sits against a dark suit without shouting, and it pairs with a plain wedding band or a ring in almost any metal. Most dials in this part of the range are white or off-white with clear Roman or Arabic numerals, so the time reads at a glance rather than at arm's length.

What the finish is

These are new vintage-style watches. The cases are rhodium-plated, polished stainless or a silver-tone finish over a base metal, not a precious metal, which is what keeps the colour bright without regular polishing. Wipe the case with a dry, soft cloth and keep it clear of perfume and hairspray. The movement is covered by a 12-month warranty, and unworn pieces can go back within 60 days if the recipient would rather have something else.

Case styles and movements

Half hunters lead the shelf, with cut-away dials, full hunters and one double-hinged piece behind them. So Half Hunter Pocket Watches and Skeleton Pocket Watches are the two pages worth comparing against this one, and the warmer alternative is Gold Pocket Watches. Movements split between hand-wound mechanical, which needs a daily turn of the crown, and rhodium-plated Swiss quartz from Swiss Pocket Watches, which runs on a battery and keeps itself right between wears.

Ordering from New Zealand

We are Australian-owned and dispatch to New Zealand from Brisbane. In-stock orders usually leave within one to two business days, Monday to Friday, with standard and express options at checkout and free standard shipping on New Zealand orders over $99. Made-to-order pieces take longer, so order early for a dated event. A matching chain is not included but is available separately.