Luxury watches have always been a standard accessory for successful people and are loved by many people, especially men. So, what are the top ten watches in the world? In order: Patek Philippe (Calatrava), Audemars Piguet (Audemars Piguet), Blancpain (BLANCPAIN), Vacheron Constantin (Vacheron Constantin), Breguet (Breguet), Piaget (Piaget), Jaeger-LeCoultre (Jaeger LeCoultre), Girard-Perregaux (Girard-Perregaux) Perregaux, Cartier, Rolex. Next, the editor will work with you to learn more about these ten watches. The world's top ten famous watches

01. Patek Philippe (Calatrava)

Patek Philippe, founded in 1839, is the first of the world's top ten famous watches and is known as the "blue-blooded aristocrat among watches." . Patek Philippe adheres to the concept of innovation and refinement in the entire process of design, production and assembly, and has more than 80 patents so far. The average retail price of each watch is between 20,000 and 30,000 US dollars, which is very expensive.

There is a story behind the unique "Calatrava Cross Star" logo: "In 1185, a Spanish city called Calatrava was invaded by the Moors. The brave priest Raymond and the knight Diego Bay Laskes led the people to fight to the death and finally drove away the Moors."

The cross star logo is a combination of the knight's sword and the priest's cross star, which means solemnity and bravery.

02. Audemars Piguet

Audemars Piguet was founded in 1875. The initials "A" and "P" are the first letters of the surnames of the two founders. . This watch is world-famous for its "professional hand-made customization". The name of the manufacturer will be engraved on the back of each watch, indicating lifelong responsibility for it, which has also gained Aipi a good reputation.

Audemars Piguet launched the "Royal Oak" high-end sports watch series made of all stainless steel in 1972, which was an instant success and became a classic in the watch industry. Audemars Piguet also attaches great importance to the selection of talents. They have a watch school in Switzerland, which requires each apprentice to complete a four-year course to obtain the qualification of a watchmaker.

03. Blancpain (BLANCPAIN)

Blancpain, founded in 1735, is the oldest watch in Swiss history and the first registered watch brand in the world. . As the top complex mechanical watch, it already has the trinity functions of independent research and development, design and manufacturing.

Since its establishment in 1735, Blancpain has never produced a quartz watch and will never produce it in the future. Blancpain strives for excellence in watch production. All their manufacturing processes are carried out in watchmaking workshops, and there is no assembly line production. Even today, each Blancpain will be personally inspected by the watchmaker, engraved with a number and signature. Quality control and quality control are still strict.

04. Vacheron Constantin

Vacheron Constantin, founded in 1755, is the oldest watch factory in the world. It inherits the traditional Swiss watchmaking skills and continuously innovates, making immeasurable contributions to watchmaking.

Vacheron Constantin is known as a work of art among nobles and has launched many classic works. From simple and elegant to meticulously crafted, every design is eye-catching. Everything from everyday wear to luxury diamond watches. Its pursuit of art and aesthetics has created Vacheron Constantin’s extraordinary status in the watch industry.

05. Breguet

Breguet, founded in 1775, has the title of "King of Watches" in the industry. A long time ago, Breguet was committed to providing services to the royal family and outstanding figures in society, and later it gradually became popular among the people. His most representative inventions include the tourbillon, perpetual calendar and minute repeater gongs.

Breguet watches were especially favored by the royal family in the past. For example, King Louis XVI of France and Queen Marie were both admirers of Breguet. World-class celebrities such as Queen Victoria and British Prime Minister Churchill are also Breguet's customers. At present, every brand of mechanical watch in the world has technology from Breguet. The watch will not be able to run without Breguet, which shows its importance to the watch industry.

06. Piaget

Piaget was founded in 1874. Its founder, Earl Edward, was only 19 years old when he founded the brand. Piaget has always adhered to the brand spirit of "always do better than required" and paid great attention to the details of making watches. Its exquisite craftsmanship and unlimited creativity are reflected in every watch.

Piaget launched an ultra-thin movement in 1956, which instantly triggered a fashion trend and was loved by the public. Bodu has always been committed to the research of complex movements and the development of top-level jewelry designs. Piaget's "cuff watches" (cuff watches) and "coin watches" (coin watches) have extremely outstanding designs and are representative works of Piaget watches.

07. Jaeger LeCoultre

Jaeger-LeCoultre, founded in 1833, has occupied a pivotal position in the watch industry since its founding. Precise timing technology and perfect artistic talent make Jaeger-LeCoultre watches unique and full of character. However, Jaeger-LeCoultre has always taken a high-end route, always has a noble tradition, and its customers are either rich or expensive.

In 1907, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched the world's thinnest mechanical movement; in 1929, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched the world's smallest mechanical movement; in 1931, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched it specifically for polo players The watch has become a classic among high-end watches.

08. Girard-Perregaux

Girard-Perregaux, founded in 1791, has more than 80 brand patents and perfectly combines craftsmanship and technology. Girard-Perregaux pursues innovation and has won awards and high praise in many international competitions. With the spirit of pursuing perfection, we constantly innovate and bring new watch designs.

Girard-Perregaux is the oldest genuine watchmaking factory in the world, and its exquisite watchmaking skills are amazing. The famous "Three Gold Bridge Tourbillon" came out and became the representative work of Girard-Perregaux. In 1999, Girard-Perregaux established the Girard-Perregaux Watch Museum to collect and display various antique watches and showcase the craftsmanship and technical history of Girard-Perregaux watch manufacturing.

09. Cartier

Cartier, founded in 1847, is a French watch and jewelry manufacturer. It is known as: "The jeweler of the royal family, the emperor of jewelers" ". Cartier has always had close ties with royal families and celebrities from various countries, so Cartier watches have become a luxury dream for fashion people. Extraordinary creativity and perfect craftsmanship produce some incomparable works.

"In 1888, Cartier tried to install a mechanical women's watch on a gold bracelet set with diamonds. In 1938, Cartier made the world's smallest watch and gave it to Princess Elizabeth of England." Cartier watches have always been the "pets" of the upper class and are highly sought after by successful people.

10. Rolex

Rolex, founded in 1905, currently has 19 branches, with an annual output of about 450,000 watches, and a huge market share. Rolex's solemn style and practicality are sought after by many people. Britney once bought a Rolex watch for her husband, the price of which is equivalent to RMB 800,000.

Speaking of Rolex, everyone is actually familiar with it. Because the price of Rolex in the international market is generally between US$1,000 and US$15,000, the middle class can afford it, and ordinary people can grit their teeth and try it. When the editor says this, he does not want to express that the price is not expensive, because Rolex has a strong ability to maintain value. After buying it, you will basically not lose much in the past few years.

Conclusion

Not ordinary people can afford the top ten famous watches in the world.

As young people, we need to maintain rational consumption and buy a mechanical watch that suits us according to our abilities.

Be more indifferent and less vain, so that you can live truly and freely.