How to Build a Watch That Looks Expensive on a Budget

Luxury Looks, Budget Price

You can build a watch that looks expensive for under $200 with the right parts selection.

Key Features That Add Value

• Ceramic bezel premium feel
• Applied indices depth and luxury
• Sapphire crystal scratch-resistant clarity
• Solid end links bracelet quality
• Sunburst dial catches light beautifully

Budget Tips

• Choose aluminum bezel instead of ceramic saves $10-15
• Use mineral crystal instead of sapphire saves $15-25
• Pick rubber strap instead of steel saves $10-20

Expensive-Looking Picks

• Meteorite NH34 GMT unique meteorite dial
• Glossy Celebrate Dial deep shine
• Matte Blue DJ NH35 elegant blue