Million-Dollar Picks for P25,000 or Less: 8 More of the Best Watches on a Budget

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It's almost comical how we always seem to veer toward expensive bombastic watches we've been told to like. We often get lost in the glitz and the glam, as well as the way-too-pricy for our own good. But the beauty of men's watch brands shouldn't be limited by their so-called price range. With the right set of eyes, men can find the luxe in even the most affordable watches out there.

Even in the $500 range (let's say, figures hovering around the P25,000 area), we can find plenty of underrated dials to add to our collection. Father time, as you're going to learn from this list, has nothing on these timepieces.

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1| Bulova Men's Classic Wilton Chronograph Watch 97B169

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SHOP NOW | $393.75 (roughly P21,944) at Kay

Just when we thought we were out of the Bulova game, we get pulled back in. This new Wilton-style men's chronograph watch is a modern classic. Featuring a white textured dial with three timing subdials and applied Roman markers, a tachymeter scale, and a calendar feature, this piece definitely gives off that stealth wealth energy. It's also one of the best men's watches on sale here!

2| Movado Bold Watch 3600260

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SHOP NOW | $495 (roughly P27,592) at Kay

It's stunning. It's simple. It's Movado, one of the most reliable and quietly stylish men's watch brands out there. Here, the Swiss watchmaker pairs a contemporary stainless steel mesh-link bracelet with a classic 44mm flat stainless steel case with a sunray dial topped by a K1 crystal. We know we're cheating a little bit here, with the P2,000 difference and all, but come on. You're bound to get some random compliments with this piece.

3| Tissot Supersport Chronograph Men's Watch

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SHOP NOW | $425 (roughly P23,694) at Kay

If you're looking for something that feels dynamic and futuristic, you'll find that the Tissot Supersport Chrono does the trick. Boasting sleek lines and sharp edges, this watch's bold design has quite the power to it for something branded as affordable. It's certainly agile, too. Watches for men like these are going to feel heavy on the wrist. But hey, that's the price of its rugged beauty, we suppose.

4| Citizen Avion Eco-Drive Men's Watch CA4477-08X

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SHOP NOW | $296.25 (roughly P16,516) at Kay

Talk about a new romantic on sale. This Avion vintage-inspired men’s chronograph watch from Citizen is a tribute to the golden age of travel. We're definitely loving this rich caramel brown leather with contrast stitching. This retro timepiece flexes a 1/5-second chronograph that measures up to 60 minutes, as well as 12/24 hour time and date, sporting the brand's Eco-Drive technology.

5| Tissot Supersport Chrono Men's Watch T1256171105100

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SHOP NOW | $475 (roughly P26,482) at Kay

Just modern gentleman things. So nice we had to have it on the list twice, this version of the Tissot Supersport Chrono is indispensable. It's all about that soft cool.

6| Citizen Calendrier Men's Watch BU2082-56E

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SHOP NOW | $417 (roughly P23,234) at Kay

You wouldn't know it from the way it looks, but the Citizen Eco-Drive® Calendrier collection is one of the more affordable watches for men in the market. Boasting a diamond accent bezel in a 44mm yellow-gold-tone stainless steel case, this timepiece has a hell of a finish. The 24 time zones is a nice touch, too.

7| Bulova Men's Watch Crystals Collection 98C126

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SHOP NOW | $487.50 (roughly P27,140) at Kay

As far as men's watch brands we've come to recommend too often, the Bulova may turn some people off because apparently people just love to hate it. But this timepiece is just too distinct to leave off the list given the price tag. The crystal accents and gold-tone case and bezel are just stunning. My god, is that gorgeous.

8| Men's JBW Heist Watch J6380A

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SHOP NOW | $445 (roughly P24,800) at Kay

We might want to thank JBW for putting this thing on sale as an online exclusive. Boasting 20 genuine diamonds, an 18K gold-plated stainless steel case, and a multifunction movement, this is the kind of timepiece you'd definitely find in 2 Chainz's airport luggage. Icy hot.