Pockets watches have made a powerful come back creating a fashion storm by inspiring the users across the world. History of pocket watches can be traced back to 16th century and it has undergone considerable amount of changes and advancements making the pocket watches more elegant, stylish and trendy.
The initial and earliest vintage model of pocket watches is larger watches boasting square design. When compared with all versions, early vintage model is the largest model, which was owned only by the rich and affluent people of 16th century. It reflected the true status and symbolizes wealth.
Followed by the vintage model, different designs, additions like alarm, etc are patek Philippe included by the artists and it was the period in which the craftsmen proved their excellence and everyone loved to hold a pocket watch. Diamonds and precious stones were constructed in the pocket watches offering the most luxurious look. Later, by the end of 18th century, pocket watches tend to lose its importance, fame and preference. However, within a short period, the glory and fame of the pocket watches have returned with a powerful comeback in the 19th century, where the credit of reinventing the pocket watches goes to Heuer, IWC, Minerva, etc. The quality, craftsmanship, durability, etc was refined and these watch makers have fixed the industrial scale on pocket watches.
Again in the early 20th century, wrist watches have replaced the pocket watches and it slowly lost it importance. The increasing popularity and comfort of wrist watches faded the popularity of pocket watches. As stated above, the fashion statement and trend of ancient period is becoming the hot trend, which enabled these watches to make a powerful comeback.
Today, these watches are available in different designs and models, where antique watches have higher preference. Antique watches of yesteryear make a different piece of gadget offering a rich value and appearance. Moreover, they are also considered the fine gifts for all occasions. However, the design and models are not limited to antique designs and there is no shortage of craftsmanship. Followed by the antique watches, vintage cameo is yet another model has higher preference and fame.
Pocket watches are now considered the fashion statement and the outlook of considering them as luxury gadget has not been changes, as there are several jewelry shops sell expensive watches embedded with diamonds, jewelry facets and other precious stones.
Cost of a pocket watch range from a few dollars to several thousand dollars that suits everyone’s budget. Some of the most expensive watches are embedded with diamonds, jewelry faces, where some are quite simple with fine craftwork.