The Best British Watch Brands
It’s this same holistic approach, dubbed the ‘Daniels Method’, which Smith has adopted, making all of his watches in the Isle of Man, from start to finish.
The Roger Smith studio produces around ten pieces every year and sourcing one is even more painstaking than the laborious production process. As with other fine watches, limited production runs mean heightened exclusivity, which leads to hefty price tags.
Though Smith’s stylish timepieces will price out many watch enthusiasts, they really are at the pinnacle of British watchmaking.
Web: www.rwsmithwatches.com
Key Pieces
The Designer Brand: Burberry
Although partly produced in Switzerland, Burberry puts an unmistakably British stamp on its watch collections.
Many UK brands lean towards classic design, but Burberry – true to form – offers a more contemporary approach with steel bracelets, simple leather straps and statement dials in navy, white, black and beige. What’s more, with relatively low price points for Swiss-produced watches, they won’t break the bank.
The recent Britain Classic collection has quickly become a flagship line for the label, with sizeable yet subtle cases that make a real statement on the wrist. Alternatively, the City range offers a more minimal circular dial complete with understated steel and leather bracelets that are perfect for the office.
Within the horological world, fashion-led brands such as Burberry may not receive the kudos of heavyweights like Jaeger-LeCoultre or IWC, but what they may lack in watchmaking heritage they more than make up for in brand prestige.
Web: www.burberry.com
Key Pieces
- The City Bu9363 42mm Chronograph
- The Utilitarian Bu7866 42mm Gmt
- The Britain Bby1350 43mm Gmt Automatic
- Burberry The Britain – Bby1105
- Burberry The Britain – Bby1101
- Burberry The City – Bu9751
- Burberry The City Bu9030 Mens Watch
- Burberry The Utilitarian Bu7855 Mens Watch
- Burberry The City Sport Watch
The Luxury Up-And-Comer: Schofield
At just four years of age, Schofield is the perfect poster child for the British watch industry, mixing a wealth of experience with exceptionally modern designs.
