10 blue watches with the potential to captivate any collector
There is a reason why blue watches are pillars of every collection, even, in many cases, they are the first bet of an aspiring collector: these pieces are timeless, easy to combine and so attractive that they can please most. The good news is that there is a model for everyone, whether you are an adventurer eager for off-the-beaten-path experiences like a dive to the bottom of the sea or a businessman whose wardrobe consists of suits and elegant brogues.
So if you have ever doubted the potential of blue watches , it is time to change your opinion, we assure you that once you have them on your wrist you will not want to take them off. That is why we have put together ten of the best blue watches, pieces that will help you if you are looking for a grail to start your collection or a new wrist companion. We invite you to immerse yourself in the crystalline blue waters that these watches channel.
Cartier Santos-Dumont Skeleton
When the Cartier Santos-Dumont Skeleton debuted at 2023's Watches and Wonders, many sighs escaped, which is totally understandable. After all, it is the undisputed king of Parisian watchmaking elegance we are talking about. Although Cartier is an expert in making its models with more than 10 decades of history look like they just came out of the workshop, this skeleton watch seems like an absolute novelty that seduces us with the blue of its alligator strap and the lacquered details on the case. Yellow gold.
But the real novelty of this wrist companion is that it integrates the maison 's new automatic skeleton caliber 9629 MC and – drum roll – a platinum micro-rotor in the shape of an airplane, a very special one, the Demoiselle of the pilot Santos-Dumont , whose friendship with Louis Cartier was the reason for this watch.
Bovet The Récital 26 Chapter Two Golden Dragon
This watch encapsulates the spirit of Bovet with a work of art inside an 18-karat red gold case. And the brand has become famous for its Haute Horlogerie complications combined with a series of artisanal finishes with the highest quality materials, which is reflected in this beautiful blue watch.
Inside, a golden dragon stands out, the engraving of which takes between 40 and 50 hours per piece. But that's not all, wherever you look you will find a detail that catches your eye. Be it the domed subdial that marks the minutes and local hours, the mother-of-pearl moonphase indication, the flying tourbillon patented by the firm, or the hemispherical world time dial with indexable city indicator.
Rolex Datejust 41 mm Oystersteel and white gold
When it comes to basic watches, as is the case with blue watches , it would be practically a horological sin not to add a piece of “The Crown”, since there is nothing more classic and desirable than a Rolex watch. This Oystersteel and white gold 41mm Datejust is just one of the house's workhorses, but it's the combination of the brushed sunray dial, a fluted bezel and the beloved Jubilee bracelet that gives it a direct step up to our selection of the best blue watches, because among the many shades of blue that exist, this one is totally elegant and seductive.
TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional Solargraph
The Carrera may be TAG Heuer 's best-known model , however, in its catalog there are other wrist companions that are worth considering to add to the collection. The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional Solargraph is one of them, because, as you may have imagined from its name, it has the Solargraph movement, which captures the energy of the sun to give life to this quartz watch.
As if that were not enough, the dial shows several all-blue thanks to its textured finish, which is accompanied by turquoise details that contrast perfectly with the steel of the case and bracelet.
Casiotron TRN-50
Granted, the blue on this Casio watch is minimal, however, the small panel on its face allows it to be on this list. But that is not the only reason for its presence, in reality, its appearance is due to nostalgia, since it is the rebirth of the model that conquered the masses in 1974.
Its reissue continues to present a vintage aesthetic, however, modernity has taken over this digital watch, as it is prepared to charge with solar energy and allows it to be connected to a smartphone , among some of its benefits.
Timex Marlin Hand-Wound x Snoopy Tennis
Any inexperienced person may classify this Timex Marlin as a children's watch, however, those of us who obsessively look at the wrists of the people we meet to try to decipher what watch they are wearing, know that the dials with Snoopy are anything but childish. On the contrary, they are objects of desire that only few will understand, since they not only have a certain nostalgic spirit for the cartoons we grew up with, but they also represent the fun and deeply emotional side that watchmaking can possess.
Many brands have added the Peanuts character to their dials, but it is the Omega models in collaboration with NASA that have aroused the greatest interest among collectors, to the point of reaching very high prices on the resale market. Luckily for us, Timex , the holy grail of cheap watches , has its own offer for a much smaller amount, this blue model is an example of this. And if its light blue hue doesn't convince you, then the tennis ball and racket-shaped hands will do the trick.
Omega Seamaster Ploprof 1200M Summer Blue
Last summer this Omega Seamaster Ploprof 1200M Summer Blue appeared and it is still in my deepest fantasies. The reason? There are actually three. First, that sumptuous blue color that takes over the rubber strap, dial and dial, where it blends into a clearer whole as a nod to the brand's legacy as a supplier of diving watches, which brings me to the second and third reason: water resistance and the design of the case.
Possibly, there are few who can confirm it, but this Ploprof has a water resistance of 1,200 meters, which has blown my mind, because I cannot imagine looking at my wrist in the depths of the sea. Just in case, Omega has applied Super-LumiNova to the hands and indicators, so marine darkness should be the least of your worries. Finally, it is the monobloc case with screwed crown and the safety pusher located at 2 o'clock that has stolen my breath, because although they are typical features of the Ploprof, this time they are presented in O-MEGASTEEL, the new steel alloy noble high-performance brand.
Breitling Superocean Automatic 46
A diving classic. With a water resistance of 300 meters, this diving watch is an authentic marine creature that conquers us with its sporty spirit ready for action. Its blue ceramic bezel is just the first of its attractions, as when it comes into contact with the sectioned dial it adds a touch of depth that even manages to make this 42 mm watch look smaller.
Ulysse Nardin Blast Tourbillon
These are the kind of pieces that once you see them, will never leave your head and this watch materializes the savoir-faire of Ulysse Nardin , because in addition to the obvious - the tourbillon complication, the self-winding skeletonized movement and the platinum microrotor—it is the geometric construction that transports us to the future as soon as we look at this blue watch. Whether it's the titanium case or the skeleton dial, every detail of this blue-accented model is worthy of a deep sigh.
Mido Multifort TV Big Date
In the limbo between a round and a square box is the new Mido Multifort TV Big Date . But beyond its shape, what is worth mentioning is the gradient of its dial, which starts with a black tone on the outline until reaching an elegant navy blue. All finished off by a brushed steel case and bracelet. That feature definitely makes it the kind of watch you can pair with a suit or jeans without feeling any doubt that you've made the right choice.
Original article appeared on GQ Mexico