It would be fair to ask whether one really needs a pocket watch these days. Rather surprisingly, I would say that you don’t. Believe it or not I do not own one functioning pocket watch (but am in the process of repairing one I got cheap on the internet).
The reason why I don’t find pocket watches a necessary addition is simply because to wear one with a wristwatch is bloody ridiculous, and thus removes the greatest tool on your person for expressing yourself. As a pocket watch is, quite obviously, kept in your pocket, it is an even more functional item than the wristwatch and really only demands wearing when you are going for full-on Victoriana.
And for that reason I’m restoring one as we speak, but only because I’m a devilishly self-indulgent fashionista. So sue me.
They are a bit of an extravagance, but lovely things to own and to wear occasionally, especially with French cuff shirts that may not allow for your normal watch due to their wrist-hugging tendencies.
Wear them exclusively with waistcoats, which can be worn without the jacket for a bit of edgy Victorian cool.
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