Father's day: give your dad some time

Soon it will be Father's Day again, a kind of second birthday for many fathers. Dads and watches have one thing in common: there are many different types of them. Just like every father, every watch is unique in style, internal mechanism and lifespan.

If you are looking for a watch gift for your father, there are several factors to consider. Not only with regard to the watch, but also to your father and of course your budget. To make it a little easier for you, we have listed different types of watches for different types of fathers. This way you choose a well-considered Father's Day gift for your unique father.

1. Businessman dad

The businessman dad likes a traditional style and always looks his best. His heart will beat faster looking at a classic watch with a leather strap and a vintage look. We've selected two top watches that he can wear for work and leisure without compromising on style.

Let's start with the Orient Bambino. We have opted for a blue dial and a light brown suede strap, but any Orient Bambino watch is suitable as a gift for the businesslike father. The watches are sleek, stylish and have a beautiful curved glass for a luxurious look. It doesn't scream for attention, but it doesn't need to. In addition to the 'normal' Bambino, there are now also variants with special complications, such as an automatic open heart, a moon phase and a small second hand. In addition, Orient has released a number of beautiful anniversary editions this season.

For the business dad interested in Swiss watches, we tip the Raymond Weil brand. Timeless modern-classic watches that can be worn for both business and leisure. Another popular business watch is the Timex Waterbury. A line with a lot of variation in terms of look and price, but with a nice jacket or shirt always the right choice!

2. The adventurous dad

For the dad who loves to head out into the wilderness to explore new places, a good outfit is essential. A watch well tailored to the adventurer's needs should not be missing. Think features like GPS or Bluetooth, and features like waterproofness and shock resistance. Here are some watches that are perfect for your adventure dad.

Luminox is known for its accuracy and robustness. For this reason, they are used by elite troops during special missions. The Luminox XL.1970.SET Atacama Field is perfect for survival thanks to its LLT light technology, which illuminates the hands and indexes day and night. Furthermore, the watch features numerous functions. Your dad may not be Bear Grylls, but with this watch, he is definitely ready for adventure!

With the Casio Pro Trek PRJ-B001-1ER Fun Outdoor Watch, dad can head out into nature with confidence. The watch connects via Bluetooth to his smartphone, making smart functions available.

3. The playful dad

By playful watches we often mean colourful and interesting patterns. A playful watch is a valuable addition to your collection, because you can combine it with many outfits. Colourful watches really come into their own in spring and summer! What are some qualities of a playful father? A playful father still climbs trees, enjoys dressing up and enjoys playing games with his children. Do you recognize your father in this? Then a colourful eccentric watch is a perfect gift.

Swatch has been known for its cheerful designs for decades. The Big Bold line is the ultimate, striking Swatch. From neon colours to funny designs and collaborations with artists, such as the SB06N102 Neon party to the Max, inspired by the Swatch Grand Prix watch from the 90s.

The G-Shock 2100 series, affectionately called 'CasiOak' due to its octagonal case shape, is known for its cheerful colours. Ideal for active, playful fathers. Extremely strong, stylish, cheerful and suitable for diving or swimming, without worrying about scratches and damage.

4. The technology father

Tech has become an integral part of our society. Since the dawn of the computer age, technology has had a huge impact on our lives. Does your dad love the latest gadgets and prefers to wear a digital watch? Then a customised watch is a good idea. Casio, for example, has many digital watches with a trendy vintage/futuristic look, two opposites that go surprisingly well together.

Casio brings back the 70s with the A1100D-1EF. The design is both vintage and futuristic and technological. Perfect for the father who loves vintage style AND digital technology!

The Casio world time, on the other hand, has a very advanced, technological look. It shows on the world map where your time zone is and you can add a second time zone. Useful if you often travel to areas with different time zones.

You might know the Casio vintage DBC-32D-1AES from the film “Back to the Future”, in which main character Marty wore this watch with a built-in calculator. Perfect for reflecting your dad's tech enthusiasm!

5. The sporty dad

Is your dad a sports fanatic who spends his weekends at the gym or on the tennis court? Then check out our extensive collection of sports watches.

Garmin is the absolute market leader in smart and sports watches. Whether you're into running, cycling or paddling, Garmin watches have built-in profiles for every athlete. Ideal for tracking your progress, both your sports goals and personal fitness. Take, for example, the advanced and limited edition Garmin Instinct 3 010-02936-01 smartwatch with AMOLED touchscreen.

Does your dad like extreme sports? Then consider the G-Shock G-Squad GBD-800-8. It connects to your mobile phone to keep track of your performance, can take a beating and is 20ATM waterproof. Perfect for cyclocross.

More men's watches at Watch.co.uk 

Are you looking for more men's watches? At Watch.co.uk we have an extensive collection. Do you find it difficult to find exactly that one watch that will make your father happy? Then visit our Gift Finder. In a few steps we show a selection of watches that suit him. By filtering on color and functions you will have found the ideal watch for Father's Day in no time. 
Would you prefer personal advice or do you have a question? Our customer service and employees in the stores are always ready to help you!