When you see someone with a pocket watch it can invoke images of elegance, sophistication and style, they have a sense of history and sophistication. The main reason everyone doesn’t own one is that people don’t generally buy them for themselves.
A pocket watch can make a unique wedding gift, for the groom as well as other members of the bridal party. They are a functional item, and in a world of plastic the beauty and sophistication a pocket watch represents is exceptional.
Giving a pocket watch as a wedding gift can help to recapture the essence of class and sophistication that existed in the past. Not only is it a gift to be cherished but will also be a constant reminder of a special time and a special person.
Most pocket watches have some kind of engraving on them and with the technology available today engraving techniques allow for practically anything to be imprinted onto your watch, along with traditional text and dates even photographs can now be engraved onto the back of the watch.
As a wedding gift the engraving you choose could signify the date of the wedding and names of the parties involved or, as is normal with bridal party members, you could have the pocket watches engraved with photographs of the bride and groom.
The materials used in the production of http://www.blinkgifts.com/www.blinkgifts.coms/info.php?p=7 : pocket watches varies, as does the price, however you will find some elegant options in highly polished silver that are affordable and look the part. Highly polished silver, along with other materials, is also perfect for http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engraved title= engraving : engraving purposes and so the ideal choice for your special gift.
Pocket watch chains can be found in a variety of lengths and styles and can be chosen to match belts, lapels or button holes. Most chains are usually 12 inches in length and there are a variety of chain styles to choose from.
The colour of the face of the pocket watch and numeral sizes and styles also differ from watch to watch. Large sized pocket watches are usually 35mm across and generally able to be easily read.
While being excellent unique wedding gifts, pocket watches are also a great gift at other times, especially if given to that special person in your life as a demonstration of your love for them. With the added bonus of being able to engrave them with photos or a simple message, you can turn them into personalised treasures.
When you are searching for the perfect pocket watch look online or at selective retail outlets where watches are supplied with a warranty, a minimum of 1 year is normal. You should also always receive a presentation box with any purchase.
If you do a little research you will find that in most cases the engraving of the pocket watch will be included free, whether you are buying online or from a retail store. If you are not getting free engraving and sophisticated engraving options then keep looking as there are plenty of companies that will offer you these extras included in the price.
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