That’s fine for some, but for all-around versatility, you likely want a watch that can fit that “beach to boardroom” vibe. All-over brushing can have the opposite effect and move the watch too far over to the tool-watch aesthetic.

Too much polishing can catch the eye and make a watch seem slightly more formal than you might want. I think this is key to the TAG Heuer Aquaracer’s versatility right off the bat. The new 43mm stainless steel case combines a nice mixture of brushed and polished surfaces. In my opinion, the TAG Heuer Aquaracer is pretty much the perfect choice for that one-watch collection. The chances are, you don’t need a split-second chronograph or 1000m of water resistance. Watches for this purpose don’t need to be flashy or allow you to do unnecessary things. A go-anywhere, do-anything dive watch that handled my less-than-careful lifestyle incredibly well. Indeed for several years, I did just that with a not too dissimilar watch to the TAG Heuer Aquaracer 300. The concept of having a one-watch collection is not unappealing. Well, after spending some quality time with the TAG Heuer Aquaracer 300, it’s made a solid claim to fill that role. Some people want a single quality watch that will cover all bases, look good, and serve them well for many years to come - the age-old “one-watch collection” dilemma.

To have the means and capability to enjoy multiple luxury watches in our collections is not feasible or even desirable for everyone. However, being a watch collector is a luxury. We use them to express our personalities, so we tend to have different watches for different situations.

We see these wrist companions as just that, as we enjoy their companionship throughout our day-to-day lives. As watch collectors, we see our watches as more than a device to tell the time.

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