These Watches Won’t Make You a Spy, But You’ll Look Damn Good in Them Anyway

Matthew Biehl October 17, 2016

When time is of the essence, a watch isn’t just a watch — it’s a lifeline. In moments like that, you’ll want a watch like these.

Cartier: Santos 100 Carbon

The matte carbon coating adds an air of sophistication — and intrigue — to Cartier’s flagship square model.
$9,600

Suede jacket ($900) by Tiger of Sweden Jeans Resin hard case ($55) by Pelican

Oris: Force Recon GMT

Designed specifically for use by the United States Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance unit, this watch is near-unbreakable, waterproof to 1,000 metres, and as handsome with a suit as it is with a wetsuit.
$4,200

Neoprene rash guard ($95) by Level Six, at MEC

TAG Heuer: Heuer 01

Black titanium case and bezel. Black skeleton dial. Black rubber strap. This is your watch for covert ops — or standing out in less dire circumstances.
$7,850

Wool turtleneck ($180) by Tiger of Sweden

IWC: Pilot’s Watch Chronograph

A pilot’s watch, with its dark face and easy-to-read numbers, is built for adventure. This version adds one of the strongest chronographs in the game.
$8,050 at Humbertown Jewellers

Wool blazer ($700) and cotton button up shirt ($160) by Strellson; aluminum briefcase ($760) by Rimowa

Tiffany & Co.: Tiffany CT60 Annual Calendar

Tiffany has been making men’s watches for more than 150 years; this 18-carat rose gold version might be its best yet.
$26,500

Wool-silk blend tuxedo jacket ($850) and cotton button up shirt ($175) by HUGO. On her: Moonstone ($1,520), onyx ($1,475), pearl ($1,100), and diamond ($810) rings by Erin Tracy.

Breitling: Exospace B55

This Breitling is straight out of Q’s gadget lab. The SuperQuartz movement helps the analog watch not only keep time but talk to your smartphone so you can synchronize, set the time, and even get notified of incoming phone calls.
$10,505

Polyester-cotton blend quilted jacket ($350) by Strellson

Rolex: Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II

An update on a classic, this Rolex now features a stainless-steel bracelet, a 24-hour rotatable bezel, and a proprietary self-winding movement.
$10,200

Leather jacket ($1,100) by Tiger of Sweden; cotton denim ($110) by Levi’s