2024 was undeniably a BIG year for watches. We saw all kinds of drops , and we saw celebs flexing some inexpensive watches, for example Central Cee with his G-Shock collection and Daniel Craig rocking a MoonSwatch . So we decided to end the year with a bang and gave the watch community a challenge: to come up with two affordable watches they can bag for under £1K.
And a challenge it was. “The price point is a challenging position to be in,” says Matthew Cattelier, founder of WatchReviewBlog . It’s the transition mark from entry level enthusiast to affordable luxury.
” The general feeling amongst all the watch experts and collectors we asked was excitement — and they certainly delivered. Here we go, 100 most affordable watches under £1K to add to your wish list..
. or to your basket, split into two sections – brand new and pre-owned – according to 50 of the biggest watch collectors on the planet. 50 new watches under £1k “At this price point, I would usually go for the usual Seikos, Citizens or Tissots.
But Orient is a brand that’s often overlooked and offers amazing value and designs. There is something very Japanese about the Orient Bambino design, especially in the reference with a creamy off-white dial.” £289.
99. At orientwatch.co.
uk Robin Wong , watch collector “Designed by Emmanuel Gueit who has been exposed to Piaget’s design during his younger days and designed the AP Royal Oak Offshore. This watch portrays elegance and sophistication from bot.