5 of the Most Beautiful Vintage Dress Watches

If you consider only price and usability, there are more rational choices. However, for the thinness, the balance, and the sheer beauty—this is a watch I want anyone who appreciates design, not just functionality, to see for themselves.

It is not a rare watch that is obvious to everyone at a glance. It is not the kind of "rare" meant for showing off, but rather the kind that brings pleasure simply through one's own awareness of it. Above all, there is no guarantee that I will ever encounter another piece in the same condition. Personally, that is what I find incredibly compelling about this watch.

White gold case, manual wind, classic guilloché dial, a limited edition of 25 pieces, and numbered 01/25. When looking for a watch with all these criteria in the same price range, there aren't many options. I want those who think "Franck Muller is not my cup of tea" to see this at least once. It might just change your impression of the brand.

I don't judge value for money based solely on a low price tag. Between the solid pink gold bracelet, the manual-winding movement, the black dial, and the unconventional Reverso design, this price is incredibly attractive when you consider the difficulty of finding those same conditions again. Above all, the combination of the black dial and the pink gold bracelet is stunning. For those looking for a dress watch with a bit of playfulness, this is a very interesting piece.

It’s not easy to use. It’s hard to match. And it certainly isn’t what you’d call a good value for the money. Even so, “I want it because it’s beautiful.” I think that’s a perfectly valid way to choose a watch. With its engraving, diamonds, case design, and the Cal. 21 movement—it may be irrational as a practical tool, but if you view a watch as a work of art, there are few pieces as fascinating as this one.