What time do you wear?

Casio Lithium plastic watch. It has run for over ten years without a battery replacement. Cost $12. I love these little plastic watches, inexpensive technology that works gets my vote.

There seems to be a misunderstanding here about watches, specifically automatic watches. Many comments where people are putting down "expensive", "big name" watches because they are not as accurate as an inexpensive (quartz) watch. Due to design differences a quartz movement is far more accurate. Owning an automatic watch has its own set of virtues that people like.

Misunderstanding? I believe the point people are bringing up is that when you spend a substantial amount of money, you reasonably expect prestige AND higher performance (accuracy)- much like audio components.

Who will admit to buying a component strictly for prestige or appearance when knowing its performance is substandard to others at a much lower price point? Isn't performance the ultimate reason for the investment and the resultant prestige a la Ferrari, Porsche, Fountain powerboats, Gulfstream jets, and (insert your favorite) audio components?

My "big name" not-inexpensive quartz watch has exquisite design, fine materials, outstanding features AND virtually unmatched performance - that's my criteria for spending big $ for a watch anyway.

I simply disagree Snofun. If someone is purchasing an automatic watch expecting the utmost accuracy they are misled. As for "higher performance", that can come in other forms. Most expensive watches are built very well and last for decades. Furthermore, many people, such as myself enjoy owning a mechanical watch.

I did not purchase my automatics for prestige, I don't care who likes them nor do I think they are "substandard" because they are not as accurate as my quartz watches.

It is wonderful that you are pleased with your watch and it meets your criteria, but others can be just as happy that have a different criteria than you.

If accuracy is your main criteria, purchase an Atomic watch.

As I mentioned, "exquisite design, fine materials, outstanding features AND virtually unmatched performance" was my purchase criteria.
Your criteria is different - no problem.