5 Headturning Watches to Stand Out at Parties

Lets face it lads, the only reason we like to show up is to show off. Parties can be a right dross fest. But let me tell you about the electric palpable hum of synchronicity that runs through the subconscious minds of every bloke at every party. The unashamed curiosity of what the other guy has on their wrist. The cigars on the terrace conversations are thronged with just one topic, where did you get that? What is it? Is there a cure? (Ok not the last one, just checking you're still paying attention).

Every guy salivates over the next guy's watch, especially when he knows it usurps his own, not necessarily in price, but in the 'whatszzat?' conversation stimulator department. And for you are the top five, as plucked by my watch man on the inside who I shall not name for fear of him wanting a commission on this article.

TIMEX

Ever get completely flummoxed as to whether to wear a ring or a watch? Never again thanks to this latest release from Timex.

Updating a classic for the contemporary wearer, the MM6 x Timex digital watch is reinterpreted as a stylish, gold colour stainless steel ring. A bold rework of a timeless design, it merges technical precision with MM6’s subversive approach, delivering a forward-thinking accessory. Finished with the MM6 Numeric signature. Available £180.

Atari 2600 Retro Gaming Smartwatch

Remember Atari? I do. God, kids don't know they're born? This pre-dates internet porn where your parents could trust you to be in your room for hours on end without needing to send in a tradesperson to clean the walls after.

ICONIC GAMING ON YOUR WRIST – Play Centipede, Pong, Missile Command, and Super Breakout, optimized for a seamless watch experience. Relive the Atari 2600 era from your living room, now anytime, anywhere. Available £82.

Swan and Edgar

Ever fancied a watch that reminds you of the white cliffs of Dover? Well shut my soup-cooler and floss my butt cheeks, look no more.

The Horizon is limited to a first run of 300 pieces. Each watch is assembled and calibrated in the UK by our partner, Horologium, and will be shipped in order of purchase throughout January and February 2026. Once sold out, we’ll advise when the model will next be available. Available now £795.

EI8HT

I don't know about you but I sometimes get bored looking at all those cliched over-hyped pesky appliques and indexes on watches. If you're with me on that, then this is the watch for you. EI8HT is a Swiss watch brand based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, renowned for its horological

expertise. It draws inspiration from architecture, design, and the contrast between light and dark. This minimalist design features a monochrome anthracite dial, devoid of appliques and indexes, fostering a seamless, architectural space. Available £8,888.

MARNAUT

"Hey you wanna have a good time? You're gunna need a good watch." - Rocky 2.Who said Sly Stallone couldn't write good dialogue.

The Safe Harbour 100 is MARNAUT’S dressy entry in the lineup. Designed in Croatia and made in Germany housing a Swiss Sellita caliber SW200 Swiss movement for a reliable wearing

experience. A classy 39mm case with simple slim hands spotlights the signature sea urchin exoskeleton inspired dial unlike any other on the market. Available £649

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