8 Best Luxury Sport Watches

Last Updated on August 5, 2022

The most popular and sought-after type of watch for the previous several years has been the luxury sports watch, which combines luxurious appeal, relatively robust covers, and integrated bracelets or straps.

Today, we’re going to look at some of the most beautiful luxury sports watches. If you have the money to spend on one of these bad boys, then by all means, go ahead!

Omega Speedmaster Racing Automatic Chronograph Black Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch 326.30.40.50.01.001

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8 Best Luxury Sport Watches

Watches in this class have a distinctive middle-ground blend of appeal, sturdy cases, and understated appearance. The market has expanded dramatically in recent years owing to the strong demand for legendary models, which have long dominated the field.

1. Patek Philippe Nautilus

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Patek Philippe and their Nautilus Ref. 3700 continued to turn heads with their watches, which were priced significantly higher than the competition’s. The case form, which looks like a ship’s porthole, as well as the at the time extremely huge case dimensions, had a lot to do with it.

The Nautilus was a huge step forward for watches, with a diameter of 42mm and the average timepiece measuring 39mm. Patek essentially defied every watchmaking convention with just one watch.

The stainless-steel bracelet, with its brushed and polished links, slips smoothly into the case, making it one of the most well-integrated bracelets on the market.

2. Omega Speedmaster

Omega Speedmaster Racing Automatic Chronograph Black Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch 326.30.40.50.01.001

The Speedmaster, often referred to as the “Speedy,” is a fine stainless steel sports watch with all of the attributes needed for an excellent and functional timepiece.

The Omega Speedmaster for men is the watch that reached the moon. It’s difficult to find many watches that can make such a claim. Timepieces have been all around the solar system, but very few people can say they’ve been to the moon.

Looking for a more affordable option?
Citizen Eco-Drive Sport
Chronograph Black

The Citizen Eco-Drive Sport - and dozens of other beautiful sport watches with affordable price tags - are available on Watches.com.

3. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

Short Watch Screw Tube for Audemars Piguet AP RO Royal Oak 42mm Watch case Lug Connect Band/Strap/Belt 15710 15703 (Silvery)

It’s Audemars Piguet’s only one of ‘the’ most legendary luxury steel timepieces ever built. Originally produced in 1972 as a Hail Mary to save the company, Audemars Piguet had no idea what this timepiece would become years later.

4. Bell & Ross BR 05 Chrono

Bell and Ross BR 05 Chrono Chronograph Automatic Black Dial Men's Watch BR05C-BL-ST/SRB

This was a strong move for a brand that has cultivated a reputation for military and pilot’s timepieces. The watch not only performed well, but it also stood out from the pack.

The watch that combined all of the brand’s design motifs: the square case inspired by flight instruments, the round dial, the four functional screws – within conventional luxury sports watch standards – a sleek steel case, brushed surfaces, and strong polished accents.

5. Breitling Chronomat

Breitling Chronomat B01 Black Dial Mens Watch AB0134101B1A1

If you’re looking for an effective timepiece, the Breitling Chronomat is certainly worth considering. The Chronomat was first released in the 1940s, before the coveted Breitling Navitimer.

The Breitling Chronomat has also been remodeled numerous times. The collection has been revisited time and again. It was just introduced in 2020 as the newest version.

The watches in this series have always presented a masculine yet seamless appearance while also demonstrating top-shelf mechanical precision.

Looking for a more affordable option?
Shinola Canfield Sport Chrono
45mm Gunmetal Black SS

The Shinola Canfield Sport Chrono - and dozens of other beautiful sport watches with affordable price tags - are available on Watches.com.

6. Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Automatic Steel Blue

The thinest automatic movement ever produced and its daring, modern appearance made a big impact when it was first released. Bvlgari has updated its Octo Finissimo Automatic, which was first released in monochromatic sandblasted versions (titanium, steel, or gold).

With aesthetic and technical improvements, the brand now offers new editions of its Octo Finissimo Automatic. The design, thanks to the contrast between brushed and satin-finished surfaces as well as a striking dial (particularly this lovely blue version), is more sporty than ever.

7. Vacheron Constantin Overseas

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The watch was a direct descendant of the Vacheron Constantin 222 and helped Vacheron establish a reputation for sports timepieces. The Overseas, like the 22, was built around a tonneau-shaped case with fluted bezel features similar to the Maltese cross. An integrated bracelet with geometric links added to its dynamic lines.

Vacheron began producing the Overseas Phase 2 in 2004, which continued until 2016, when they released the most recent Overseas line, the Overseas Phase 3.

8. Pasha de Cartier

Cartier Pasha Automatic Silver Dial Men's Watch WSPA0009

The Pasha de Cartier is a watch developed to compete with the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and the Patek Philippe Nautilus. The cult-classic timepiece is presently available in a new form that reflects on people’s nostalgia for the ‘good old days.’

Looking for a more affordable option?
Citizen Eco-Drive Sport
Chronograph Black

The Citizen Eco-Drive Sport - and dozens of other beautiful sport watches with affordable price tags - are available on Watches.com.

What Watch is Better Than Rolex?

Rolex is a direct competitor of Grand Seiko in terms of pricing, quality, and technique, yet its little brother Seiko has more affordable alternatives that are stylish, have a lot of history, and don’t break the bank.

Is a Cartier a Smart Investment?

The mid-tier pricing of Cartier makes it a great starting point, but the retention value is excellent. They’re not that hard to come by, so you’ll be able to locate a lot of them on the secondary market and buy one for a reasonable price.

Who Wears Most Expensive Watch?

Cristiano Ronaldo is the proud owner of what is thought to be the world’s most expensive watch, Rolex, priced at a staggering £371,000.

What Watch Retains Its Value?

The Vacheron Constantin and Omega, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre were all established more than a century ago, allowing the market to have trust in their long-term viability and ability to maintain the value of their goods. The longer a company has been in operation, the more likely it is to retain its value.

Jackie Palmer is a Houston-based coin journalist and fashion enthusiast. She joined Jewels Advisor’s content team after years of experience as a content strategist, managing blogs and social channels for local stores. Jackie mostly collects and studies US coins produced during the 20th century and over the years, published hundreds of articles for multiple coin publications.