Ever wondered what’s the first thing that you notice in a person when you first meet them? If your answer was their shoes, you are only partly right. While yes, years of conditioning has aligned with the old adage, “A man is known by his shoes”; but in today’s times while that still rings true, there’s a lot more that can tell of a person’s personality. One such marker is their watch.

A watch is something that all men love to invest in; they are the perfect pieces to make a statement of class and Style. But fashion is not as restrictive as we think it is. While everyone would love to invest in an expensive timepiece, but not everyone can. Finding the right watch that suits your style, lends a classic look and is functional without breaking the bank is a daunting task. So, we have tried our best to list the best watches for men under the budget range of INR 10,000/-.

Timex Weekender TW2P71500

Price: INR 5,995/-

This is a stylish watch from the reputable brand Timex, apart from having a chunky classic meets modern look the watch has slip-thru strap. It helps to fit the watch perfectly in any wrist and is comfortable to wear. Apart from being water resistant up to 30 m, the watch also has a unique Indigo night light feature which allows the watch to emit light in the dark in an almost Tron like manner with a futuristic sleek design. The best price listed above is the lowest in India and is definitely worth every paisa for a timeless timepiece.

Casio G-Shock Men Olive Green Camouflage Printed Digital Watch G513

Price: INR 5,596/-

If you are looking for something new and exciting and not just in the usual selection of classic styles for men, like black, brown or metal, then this is the perfect watch for you. It is fresh in design with the unique camouflage style that looks cool even out of the jungle or the army regimen. Ideal for men looking for something edgy, sporty and adventurous as this watch packs it all in at an affordable price range.

Fossil Retro Traveler CH2869

Price: INR 9,995/-

This brand is known to all when we talk about premium quality watches. This is a classic timepiece in chronograph style designed with smoky Stainless Steel accents. If you’re still not convinced enough, then know that this watch is water resistant up to 10 ATM, so you don’t need to take it off when swimming, bathing or even snorkeling the deep seas.

Fossil Grant

Price: INR 8,495/-

The classic silver metal strap never goes out of style, you can never have too many of them and they are all amazingly classy. But this piece from Fossil showcasing a simplistic design will impress you to the core. The black dial with three chronographs and a silver bod makes it a must-have in your wardrobe.

Citizen AN3550-55A

Price: INR 7,899/-

This brand is the historical Japanese manufacturer that made the world’s first pocket watch. This chronograph watch checks all the boxes in style and function with the punctuation of class. Even the box is made out of stainless steel showcasing the brand’s attention to detail and care. It is water resistant up to 50m Hence, easy to maintain in all weathers.

Fossil Men Black Dial Watch FS4552I

Price: INR 7,995/-

This has a unique take on the silver strap of stainless steel. The former style being too overused and mainstream this watch fashions a black steel strap with bold accents and a black dial with contrasting features, that will make you stand out in the crowd no matter where you are.

Titan Octane NC9322WL01A

Price: INR 4,495/-

Known for their elegant and effortlessly cool-looking watches, this piece is no different. It is a minimalistic styled chronograph watch with a classic leather strap and 30m standard water resistance. The beautiful dial will have you be the center of attraction in any party.

Casio Edifice Tachymeter EF-539D-1A5VDF

Price: INR 8,095/-

This watch sports an ion-plated stainless steel lending it an elegantly sophisticated look. The aluminum body with a mineral glass adds style as well as longevity to this fine product. If you want something extravagant looking, this is it.

Sonata Ocean Series III 77027PP01J

Price: 2,399/-

A brand known for making quality watches for the common man at affordable prices, this watch is their take on premium timepieces that still maintains a budget price point. This watch offers a rugged, adventurer style perfect for those trekking holidays or backpacking trips in style.

Fastrack ND3072SL01

Price: INR 4,385/-

Not all watches from this brand come in vibrant colors suitable for college goers! This is a piece for the classy, mature men with a promising corrosion free body, minimalistic analog design with calf leather straps.