Jan 26, 2010 by kimlye
A sturdy, hardy watch is a necessity to bring along with you on your road trips.

FEATURE > Watch Where You Are Going

A travel watch has to withstand the dirt and grim of travel, be aseptically pleasing for day and night wear, and yet not be so flashy as to catch the eyes of pickpockets and robbers.

Fortunately, Gnomonwatches.com has an extensive collection of lesser known timepieces suited for travellers concerned with the above. We highlight some of the latest, and explain why they are worth the pedigree prices.

Aviation
In the late 1970’s, due to the quartz revolution, most mechanical watch manufacturers were forced to close down. The former Leon Breitling Company was no exception, and the business owner of Aviation watches bought up much of the Breitling company’s stock for the aviation models, such as the Navitimer. When Breiting was liquidated, Aviation bought most of the parts, machines and designs. That’s why today, Aviation watches are identical in terms of size, case, dial, hands and movements to the original Breitling produced before 1980.


Aviation 34017 (S$4,200)

Dievas
Since the company’s conception in 2006, Dievas Watch Company has forged an astute reputation amongst watch collectors and enthusiasts for creating timepieces that boast good looks, reliability, innovation and exceptional value. Bringing together a modest group of young, vibrant designers with a few carefully selected, accomplished and experienced watchmakers, the company has succeeded in moulding a cohesive blueprint for ongoing collections.


Vortex (S$1,550)

Steinhart
The name Steinhart has a long history in the Swiss watch making valley, going back to the early 1900’s. The brand continues to make quality time pieces that boast modern aesthetics with understated elegance.


Steinhart Aviation Black 4L (S$1,180)

Archimede
The manufacturer of Archimede Watches, Ickler GmbH, has more than 80 years experience in the watch industry. This know-how is used in developing and producing the Archimede time pieces in Pforzheim, the centre of the German watch industry. The combination of design and product quality, cost control and experience allow Archimede to offer quality watches at attractive price points.


Archimede Vintage BO4L (S$1,050)