The tradition of sealing your commitment to a watch

August 29, 2017

If you gave him the ring, then he would probably respond with one of these.


The custom of responding with a watch after having received the ring has been practiced since ancient times in countries like Mexico and Spain. The reason for this tradition is based on the famous "ask for hand", where both the bride's family and the groom's family meet at a meal or dinner so that the fiancé formally asks to marry his Loved the father of the same. To get the "yes", the commitment becomes official with the engagement ring exchange and a watch that she should have chosen especially for him.


As a symbol of the beginning of a new life together, the piece must meet both the highest technical qualities and impeccable design features, taking into account that it will be the complement for the more special occasions of the betrothed. The most important thing is that every time you turn to your wrist, you will have a very special reason to remember the woman of your life.

Although the traditions surrounding the marriage process are largely lost, it is worth rescuing the true meaning of matching the detail of a ring with a watch that will remain in the family for many generations and that Especially that will refer to the value of time and eternal love. Here we share the best proposals according to each personality:

Jaeger-LeCoultre- Reverso Tribute Duoface

Also used as the watch that parents give them to graduates of the race, this option is without a doubt the most classic and favorite by lovers of watchmaking because of its degree of personalization and the history that surrounds the reference. The Reverso Tribute Duoface is inspired by a decided and elegant man. Its bold and sophisticated design is engalana by a discreet cover in blue that turns to exhibit another one in white color.

Patek Philippe- Ref. 5396G-014

This year the company celebrates 20 years of presenting its Annual Calendar Ref. 5035. To honor this anniversary has been launched the new Ref. 5396G-014 with box in white gold and gray anthracite cover that stands out for its easy reading and Breguet type indexes . If you appreciate the story and want a partner for exclusive events, then there will be no better complement than this Patek Philippe. For its design and colors, it is also ideal to wear on the day of the wedding.

A.Lange & Söhne- Saxonia Thin

After five years of launching the first edition of the Saxony, now this clock reappears with smaller proportions and an unthreshold box of only 5.9 mm high and a diameter of 40 mm that gives it an extremely striking presence. Its design highlights a purist trend with solid gold bar indices slightly longer than its predecessor. It is perfect for fans of the elegance of minimalism but at the same time with great presence, harmony and balance. Available in red gold or white gold.

The Longines Heritage 1969

Tradition, elegance and functionality are the values ​​that merge to join the new reissue of the model The Longines Heritage 1969, originally launched in the late sixties. Vintage cushioned box lines, pink needles and indexes, brushed silver case and date at 4:30 hours respect the tradition with very special atypical twist.

MIDO- Baroncelli Heritage

This year, the new model celebrates the 40 years of the Baroncelli collection, and to commemorate the occasion, the firm created the finest MIDO watch. With an elegant granulated face and a pink or steel gold box of only 6.95 mm thick, its appearance is timeless, classic and extremely attractive.

Audemars Piguet- Royal Oak

It is a stunning model of 37mm automatic loading powered by the 3120 caliber with bracelet and 18 carat pink gold case. Its geometric appearance, screws and its iconic 'Great Upholstery' face give it a contemporary touch, while its applied indexes and materials give it the air of elegance so that it can be used in both galas and events as in golf matches or more meetings Casual.

Hamilton- Broadway

Hamilton combines metropolitan and contemporary design with striking lines and a unique architectural box to conceive three different versions of the new Hamilton Broadway, all ideal for a man who enjoys the avant-garde and the cosmopolitan style. The first of the line is a Day Date Quartz model of 40 mm in diameter, the second a Day Date Automatic of 42 mm and the third a model Auto Chrono of 43 mm. All equipped with power reserves of between 60 and 80 hours to guarantee their reliability at any time.

Bvlgari- Octo Ultranero

Luxury and urbanism is brought to the top with the new references of Ultanero reinterpreted to provide an Italian accent through its aesthetics. Born of a legend, Bvlgari now launches a DLC treatment as a coating of the steel body and titanium of its Octo. Ideal for a top executive, a leading actor, an outstanding athlete or for the man who wants to master the passage of time.

Montblanc- Timewalker UTC

For its 'Nato' strap that connects to the owner's smartphone and its mechanical watch reinforced with digital functions, Montblanc TimeWalker Urban Speed ​​UTC e-Strap is the perfect blend of modernity and tradition. To explore the latest portable technology arises a combination that encompasses the high Swiss watchmaking tradition along with a digital avant-garde, the infallible option if your future husband is an inveterate traveler or an adventure fan.

Cartier- Drive

Do you love cars? Drive de Cartier is worthy to be worn by a gentleman with passion for speed, adrenaline and elegance. Its box, of pink gold or steel, is equipped with a guilloché face of black, gray or white, with Roman numerals and hands in the form of sword. The transparent background allows to observe the movement Manufactura 1904 MC.

Hublot- Classic Fusion Racing Gray

For a multifaceted man this is the best option. Hublot Classic Fusion Racing Gray preserves a neutral and universal essence that adopts a versatile elegance ideal for both senior executives and young bohemians who want to convey their sophisticated style that stands out for being discreet but at the same time gives to talk.

Chronoswiss- GMT

For a businessman, a high-performance athlete, or a hard-nosed traveler. Each time you find yourself in a different country, you will just have to look at your wrist and recognize the schedule of the place you are in without losing sight of the time of your home. This thanks to a second time zone.

RADO- HyperChrome 1616

The innovation without limits is present in this model with striking box angular shape and 46 mm diameter available in black or metallic. Its extra-wide leather strap provides a unique personality and a decided character to the reference. This incorporates materials ultraduraderos, like ceramic of high technology or the titanium, with treatment of hardening of RADO technology. Because of his resistance, he will be the infallible companion of a globetrotter.

Omega- Deep Black Seamaster

These are four 45.5mm watches that were born as a result of the fusion of a GMT model and a dive. Its manufacture involves special care in its craftsmanship, in addition to managing to overcome the challenge of creating a watch made entirely in ceramic that supports the pressure of the ocean to a depth of 600 meters.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona

With a Cerachrom black ceramic monobloc bezel developed and patented by Rolex, this reference represents the evolution with its combination of high technology and an exceptionally exclusive aesthetic. All in all, tribute to the legacy of the legendary chronograph that will be perfect to complement the life of a sporting gentleman but looking for exceptional performance in the wrist.

TAG Heuer-Carrera Heuer-01 Gray Phantom

Titanium is a metal resistant to corrosion, erosion and fire, as well as being twice as light as steel. It is therefore widely used in the aeronautical, aerospace, chemical and medical sectors. Now TAG Heuer incorporates this material into the new Carrera Heuer-01Grey Phantom, which provides a contemporary accent to the wearer.

Breguet- Type XXI 3817

This model is especially interesting, because it meets the characteristics necessary to satisfy a sportsman but at the same time classic and elegant. Breguet launched this numbered and signed collection that enjoys a classic aesthetic with the aim of crystallizing the origins of the Type XX line. This automatic flyback chronograph with a flyback function features a chalkboard style very much in the style of the time, accented by a steel case with singularly aesthetic proportions.

Zenith- The First 36'000 HPV

Inspired by the Lightweight Limited Edition launched a few years ago, The First 36'000 HPV boasts an imposing structure composed of a stainless steel case with different finishes. Inside, the wonderful mechanical heart beats at 36.00 vibrations per hour, which allows fractioning time in tenths per second, something that even for quartz chronographs is complex to guarantee. Perfect for a risky and original gentleman.

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