World of Watches

When my old Swatch .beat bit the dust after Christmas, I had to look for a new watch. I feel almost denuded when I am not wearing one. I started searching online and checked several different sites before settling on a website called World of Watches. They offer nearly 100 different brands of watches of all shapes, sizes and costs. I truly believe they offer something for everyone, within reason. Obviously, a discount site such as World of Watches will not have Rolex or Tiffany watches for sale.

I became interested in getting a watch that receives an electronic pulse from the Fort Collins, Col., atomic clock to set it every day. I had seen some in my hometown at various jewelers and department stores, but they all cost far too much. I was pleasantly surprised when I saw the Casio Wave Ceptor on World of Watches. The price was right, so I ordered the watch.

I was particularly impressed with the return policy, which was a full 30 days without a restocking fee. That is highly unusual in today's "make a buck at all costs" world. Luckily, I did not need to return the watch because it works perfectly. They also have great prices on sunglasses and jewelry.

Their return policy is extremely strong, and they also offer bulk discounts. One might also think that a website that offers such huge discounts provides refurbished products, but each watch is guaranteed to be new. Their top-notch security is a comfort too. They offer free domestic shipping, and you have the option to pay a fee for it to be faster.

Pros:
A huge selection *
Prices to suit any wallet *
Fantastic security *
No restocking fees *
30-day return policy *
Both men's and women's watches available
Inexpensive accessories

Cons:
The only complaint I had against the site is that, despite the 2-day shipping guarantee for which I paid, it took nearly five days to receive my Wave Ceptor, which is the normal shipping time that the website offers for free.

Online or In-Store:
Online

Final Notes:
I was extremely pleased with the website. It is intuitive, extensive and eye-catching. I complained about the shipping delay and received an apology letter, which was nice, but the kicker was they refunded the shipping cost because it was guaranteed 2-day shipping.

Review Title: Men’s Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Watch

Title: Men's Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Watch

Review Body: The item is the Men’s Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Watch that I bought last month as a gift for my husband for his birthday. I purchased this item from the Time and Gems website, which is my go to place for buying gifts for friends and family. I had been looking for a birthday present for my beloved husband, but was lost for ideas and was not able to find anything good despite seeing many items on the Time and Gems website. I had almost given up on finding any good gift item for my husband on this website when I came across the Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Watch.

Seeing this watch, I instantly knew that this would be a perfect gift item for him. The reason for this is that my husband likes watches a lot. Even though he has many good watches in his collection, he is eager to buy watches of different brands and he did not have a Breitling watch in his collection. I was aware that he wanted to buy a watch of this brand for a long time, but had been able to do so. Thus, I made up my mind quickly to give this watch as a gift to him on his birthday, so that he gets something he desires on his special day.

The quality and the elegance of the watch was quite admirable, but its price was a little on the higher side. At first I was reluctant to invest so much money on buying this watch, but then I realized that the cost of the watch was nothing compared to the happiness that my husband is going to feel when he will get this watch as a gift from me. It was this thought that made me go ahead with the purchase of this amazing watch.

As soon as I had decided to buy this product, I went ahead with the online order placement process and was able to complete the purchase within a matter of few minutes. Having completed the online buying process, I now waited eagerly to have the item shipped to me. I received my order the next day which was a pleasant surprise for me as I did not expect it to reach me so quickly.

The item was encased in a beautiful wooden box that made my task of wrapping it in gift paper a lot easier. When I gave my husband the gift on his birthday, he was very excited and happy to see that I had bought him a gift that he wanted very badly. He loved the watch so much and told me that it was the best present he had received in his life.

My husband really loves this watch and wears it on all his business dinners and parties. I would recommend everyone to buy this as a gift for their husbands on their birthdays or marriage anniversaries.

Pros: The Men’s Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Watch is an excellent gift to give away to a loved one. It has a great and elegant design which makes it a worthy gift for a grand occasion. Its case is made from stainless steel and its dial is blue in color giving it a cool and smart outlook. The scratch resistant sapphire crystal used in this watch makes it a real gem.

Cons: The hefty price tag of the watch was the only problem that I had when buying this product. However, the sublime quality and the elegance of the watch made up for the high cost of the watch.

Website Experience: The Time and Gems website from where I bought this product is a very well designed one with menus and webpages that are laid out in a very aesthetically pleasing manner. The website has a wide variety of products that are both stylish and priceless. I had absolutely no trouble in navigating the website and was able to find the product that fit my requirements with considerable ease.

The safety features of the website was another great aspect of the website that impressed me a lot. The security of the online procedure was very heartwarming for me and it ensured me that the credit information I was giving will be kept confidential.

Amount Paid: $ 5,854.00

Purchase Date: January 30, 2013

Online or In-Store: Online

Final Notes: The Men’s Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Watch is a great time piece which can prove to be a great gift for a loved one, especially husbands.

Recommended: Yes

Overall Rating: 5 stars

Review Title: Men's Rolex Black DLC/PVD Black Dial Red Accent Hands Daytona

Title: Men's Rolex Black DLC/PVD Black Dial Red Accent Hands Daytona

Review Body: I have always wanted exact Rolex watch, so I finally ordered one last week and it is currently on my wrist. I found a pre-owned men’s Rolex black DLC/PVD Daytona with black dial and red accent hands. Wow, it is really a beautiful watch and the movement in it is original. It is mechanical movement with automatic winding 4030 caliber in a stainless steel case. Original bezel, DLC coated tachymeter, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. It is the original DLC coated stainless steel oyster bracelet. It is in mint condition and excellent working order.

My friends tell me that I am crazy to buy this watch online, but Time and Gem has a sterling reputation and I would have never gotten this watch at the price I did from them. I could have looked for years and never gotten this deal anywhere else. They guaranteed the watch and the price, so my friends can go ahead and worry – I am wearing the watch now and it looks brand new to me!!

Time and Gem have worked with one of my uncles on a luxury timepiece and he had great luck with them – raves about the service after the sale. He turned around 2 years later and sold the watch for 3 times what he paid for it. So call it an investment!

This watch is the Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph and was designed in 1963, especially for race-car drivers. It is one of the most recognizable Rolex watches currently on the market. If I never sell it – it could be a family heirloom – this is one beautiful watch.

A Rolex is the leader in watches and I would probably never have found this deal anywhere else. They do have a nice inventory of watches in their Rolex collection both certified pre-owned as well as original. Each of these watches meets or exceeds the original manufacturer’s specs and comes with full serial and model number inscripted as issued by the Rolex Company and shipped with an independent authentication and appraisal by Horological Appraisal Group. I got the watch for less than half of the appraised value!

Time and Gems have a comprehensive 2-year full warranty; free overnight shipping even on services performed under the warranty and has an expert jeweler on duty 7 days a week if the watch should need any expert care. I so love good service!

Any Black Rolex watch is created with a process called Physical Vapor Deposition or PVD. This result in a very thin coating that is bonded tightly to the stainless steel watch surface. Unlike powder coats paint, or anodizing, the thin coating actually becomes part of the steel material so it won’t flake off. This is why the black Rolex’s are seen in environments that are active because they are so scratch resistant.

Pros: Collector’s item, with all original movement, appraised at almost 3 times what I paid, free shipping, and it is a Rolex. As a thing of beauty is joy forever – who said that? Great customer service and I will spend my money only at places that have great customer service which we don’t seem to have a lot of anymore.

Cons: None

Website Experience: The website timeandgems.com is simple and elegant and displays all the watches very well. Have four different views of each watch with a feature to double the size of the photo, so you can look for any defects or scratches. Navigation bar at the top has all the brands of luxury watches they have. Nice simple website which is the best way to show fine jewelry, and luxury watches.

Amount Paid: $14,624 was the bank wire price

Purchase Date: February 15, 2013

Online or In-Store: Online

Final Notes: This is a beautiful watch that is sure to make a great investment – and I might decide not to even sell it, but keep it as a family heirloom. It’s a Rolex and is always going to be worth much more than I paid for it. Shipping and customer service is free and excellent. This website has some beautiful watches. I might decide to get a few more ‘investments’ from them. Great website – beautiful watches!

Recommended: Yes

Overall Rating: 5 stars

Review Title: Men's Rolex Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Channel Set Bezel Day Date Super President¬¬¬-Perfection in Every Detail

Title: Men's Rolex Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Channel Set Bezel Day Date Super President

Review Body: Just try and even say the word Rolex without thinking of a world of lavish indulgence…it’s downright impossible.

As far as I’m concerned, there are symbols of status in life that simply scream good taste and then there are others that achieve quite the contrary. In case of the Men's Rolex Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Channel Set Bezel Day Date Super President it would be pretty safe to say that this is the dictionary definition of the former – a watch which by all rights should go down in history with same reputation as the brand name it carries.

I bought this particular Rolex as a personal indulgence upon my retirement and, as I assume is the case with all first-time Rolex buyers, I was a little apprehensive about handing over such a chunk of cash for a piece of fine jewelry. These concerns were somewhat magnified by the fact that I was looking to buy the watch online and to date I cannot think of any other instance where I’ve come close to paying out near $15,000 for anything on the web.

Thankfully, I can say with ease that my concerns were unnecessary and my apprehension was replaced with absolute delight.

As far as the watch itself goes, the main composition is of stunning 18 carat yellow gold which is punctuated with no less than 372 high-quality diamonds. The sheer weight and girth of the thing along seems to scream a value quite hugely above the asking price, but trust me when I say I wasn’t about to argue.

I don’t think I need to pass any comment on the functionality or accuracy of the watch as a timepiece – it is after all a Rolex.

What I particularly liked was the way in which I was kept up to speed with the status of my order and its quick delivery at every step of the way, with fully-insured and tracked overnight delivery. As promised, it was at my home and on my wrist within 24 hours…then summarily on and off another 45 times as my family kept insisting on taking a closer look.

The luxurious wood and velvet box it came in has become its primary storage case when I’m not wearing it and its every bit is as high-quality and desirable as the watch itself. All in all, I think you can tell I’m won over in a big way and still to some extent can’t believe I’m now the proud owner of a Rolex of this caliber.

Pros: The Rolex brand name is one that immediately justifies any price and does not necessarily have to be lavished with precious stones to justify itself. In this example however, the Men's Rolex Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Channel Set Bezel Day Date Super President is pretty much exploding with precious metals and stunning diamonds as well as the pedigree of Rolex, which still astonishes me when I look at the price paid for the thing. I’d also have to say that the experience of buying the watch was extremely reassuring and not once did I feel that my money or the products itself were at risk.

Cons: I so far have none to voice and don’t foresee any in the near future. Like I said, I initially had plenty of reservations about making such a large payment online, but this isn’t something that speaks badly of the website or the company, but rather my distrust of technology!

Website Experience: The website timeandgems.com was flawless in every way and every bit was as elegant as the products on sale. I would also like to highlight the fact that the site as a whole offers great reassurance for those making major purchases by making some of the most important details readily available and easy to view. For example, this particular Rolex listing is joined by concise details as to delivery, packaging, insurance and guarantee – all of which breed peace of mind.

Amount Paid: $14,254

Purchase Date: 20th January, 2013

Online or In-Store: Online

Final Notes: One of the few products of such a price that I can honestly say justifies every last penny – I’m well and truly converted to the Rolex way of life.

Recommended: Yes

Overall Rating: Five Stars

Review Title: The Rolex: King of Watches

Title: Men's Rolex Black DLC/PVD Black Dial Red Accent Hands Daytona

Review Body: When it comes to clothes, I’m more of a T-shirt and jeans kind of guy. I’m usually pretty casual. However, I’m the complete opposite when it comes to watches. I believe in only purchasing, collecting and wearing only the finest of watches. When it comes to watches, nothing is more luxurious, sophisticated and opulent as a Rolex. The Rolex that has really caught my eye is the Men’s Rolex Black DLC/PVD Black Dial Red Accent Hands Daytona. I see this as much more than a watch, but an esteemed time piece that is top of the line and worthy of much praise.

This watch is crafted and designed absolutely beautifully. Every detail was carefully thought out and created to perfection. This watch possesses some of the finest features around. This Rolex is extremely handsome and goes perfectly with any outfit and is perfect for any occasion. You can’t go wrong with this watch.

This black watch is strong and masculine featuring a dial that is original black to give it that beautiful black on black look. It features mechanical movement with automatic winding. This watch is reliable and durable. It will provide you with a lifetime of excellence. You won’t have to worry about this watch stopping or getting broken. This watch has been meticulously appraised and inspected to provide you with the utmost quality.

The 40mm stainless steel case is scratch resistant which is in part because this PVD watch goes through a specialized process. Physical Vapor Deposition is a process in which a special coating is bonded to the stainless steel. This tin coating is penetrated into the steel to prevent flaking or peeling. This allows you to wear this watch in a variety of environments without fear of harming or disfiguring this beautiful watch.

The bezel is specially coated to prevent any wear or tearutilizing a DLC process. This stands for Diamond-like carbon. The coating combines various elements with carbon. Some of these elements include nitrogen and titanium. This entire process puts a more modern twist on your Rolex. It extends it beyond the usual stainless steel watch to something more contemporary. It also makes it more resistant to scratches and other environmental factors. The sapphire crystal is also scratch resistant. I have been able to wear this watch at the gym, while camping, virtually everywhere and I haven’t had to worry about altering its appearance in anyway.

Another great thing I’ve enjoyed about this watch and that you’ll enjoy as well is the strap. It is handsome and beautifully constructed. It’s also extremely comfortable. The strap is also DLC coated to cause it to be scratch resistant. The bracelet is a stainless steel oyster one that gives that extra bit of gloss and richness. The strap can fit a wrist up to 7.25 inches and if that isn’t big enough, you can purchase extra links. Anyway it goes, this watch will give you the perfect fit and always provides the perfect look. I love the feel of this watch on my wrist. Even though it is a substantial watch, it is surprisingly light on the wrist.

I get so many compliments on this watch. Everybody absolutely loves it. They comment on how beautiful it is and how sophisticated it looks. Even though it is elegant, it has a rugged look about it. I love how diverse this watch is and it’s just so full of personality. I feel comfortable in this watch no matter what situation or setting I’m in. I can go from the office to out to a bar to everything in between with ease.

Pros: There are numerous and varied pros of this watch. It is handsome to look at since it features a beautiful black color with red accent hands to set everything off perfectly. This Rolex is extremely comfortable and is versatile enough to be worn in any situation. This watch is also durable and features processes to keep it scratch resistant.

Cons: There are actually no cons that I can think about for this watch. I absolutely love everything about it. This watch is as close to perfection as it gets.

Website Experience: The website was great and provided me with all of the information I needed on the Rolex. It showed it from different angles and gave a detailed product description so I was well informed before I purchased this watch.

Amount Paid: $16,249.00

Purchase Date: February 7, 2012

Online or In-Store: Online

Final Notes: I have had nothing but a positive experience from this watch. I love the look, the feel and everything it symbolizes. This Rolex has been a great choice for me.

Recommended: Yes

Overall Rating: 5 Stars