Whether you select a quartz or a mechanical, there are some common features that should be considered. The first is case material. Make sure the watch you buy is constructed of stainless steel, titanium or gold. Avoid watches with a cheap plating over a base metal. These watches will corrode over time and often provoke an allergic reaction.

A second consideration should be the crystal, or glass which covers the dial. At the very least, you should select a good hardened mineral crystal. The very best crystals are made of synthetic sapphire, which is almost completely scratch resistant.

Look for a quartz watch with a Swiss or Japanese movements. Outside of those two countries, there really aren’t any manufacturers of high quality quarts watch movements.

Often, the difference between a good quality watch, and the cheap $50 watches you see in department stores is in the case material, crystal and movement. Choose well, and there are few gifts that will please the man in your life more than a fine watch.

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