What Makes Wooden Watches so Appealing?
There are many reasons wooden watches are appealing, and each reason can be as individual as the person. There are, of course, plenty of benefits that come with owning a wooden wristwatch that cannot be overlooked
“No matter the type of wood encasing your watch, it is much more heat-resistant than its metal counterpart.”
Watch Technicians
In addition to the practical benefits, however, there are intangible benefits that come with wearing a watch in a public setting.
Wearing a watch will help you check the time on your wrist, rather than pulling out your phone in the middle of a conversation. Several experts suggest that checking the time on your watch could increase your chances of getting a job when everyone else in the interview room is using their phone. (2)
“[…] it is a combination of each of these characteristics with intangibles, such as chemistry and those little personal things that separates you from everyone else.”
Stephen Viscusi, Huffington Post
It’s no secret that wristwatches are here to stay, despite the majority of the current generation using their phones to check the time, as technology replaces the need for tradition.
A wooden watch is a classic yet stylish way to make a statement. You are encouraging the respect that comes with discreetly checking the time in conversation, but you’re not afraid to wear something that stands out; a bold fashion statement that many people from all generations are embracing.
The classic timepiece, even as it is updated to modern standards, tells us a lot about someone’s societal status, giving us a window into someone’s personality:
“In the space of about 25 years the mechanical wristwatch has gone from being the marginal taste of a few eccentrics to being one of the central totems in the male pantheon of status, conferring goods right up there along with the other trophies of material success”
Nick Foulkes, The Independent
Beyond any of that, for those who are concerned about keeping up with the times, wooden watches are making their way into the spotlight. Wooden watches are fashionably unique, sustainable and bold. They are an iconic choice that won’t break the bank, with most true hardwood watches ranging anywhere from $100 to $200. Ebony, zebrawood and walnut wood are all among the trendy wood choices for this year.