The 5 Best Watches Under $500 For Fall 2009

Check out these minimalist and modern pieces that can save you a quick buck.

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What time is it? It's time for you to grow up and get a clean, quality watch. Wearing jewelry might not be your thing but when you're dressing up, having a timepiece isn't optional, it's a completely necessary accessory. Glancing at your cell phone to check the time while rockin' a suit just isn't a good look. Now, we know what you're thinking: good watches may be a necessity, but they're also expensive. That's where we come in. We wouldn't want you to blow a whole (or a couple) paychecks on a watch, so we looked around and found five of the best watches available this fall priced under $500. You're welcome.

toywatch

WATCH: TOYWATCH BLACK PLASTERAMIC
WHY IT'S COOL: Everyday cool ceramic looking plastic make-up with crystal markers and a rotating bezel gives Chanel a run for its money.
FEATURES:
• Black Dial with Crystal Markers
• Stainless Steel and Black Bezel
• Size: 41 mm / 1.61 inch
Click here to Buy It Now at ToyWatch USA, $225

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tsolvet

WATCH: TSOVET SVT-CS74
WHY IT'S COOL: Grown sea man. The wrist compass was worn by Black Sea surveyors in the '50s.
FEATURES:
• Swiss quartz movement
• 47 mm case
• hand applied 6 screw case back
Available at Fred Segal Man, $425

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michaelkors

WATCH: MICHAEL KORS MK8107
WHY IT'S COOL: Good for a date night. Black polyurethane and stainless steel bracelet and round case would impress your girl.
FEATURES:
• Black chronograph dial features silvertone stick indices & numerals, logo, date window
• Three subdials and quartz movement
• Water resistant to 100 meters
Click here to Buy It Now at Zappos, $199

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nixon

WATCH: NIXON THE SPENCER

WHY IT'S COOL: Classic and custom 50 meter stainless steel with chamfered hardened mineral crystal and triple is great if your crunching numbers at work.

FEATURES:

• 41 - 47 MM from 3 to 9 o'clock position

• Alarm functionality

• Ability to handle shallow swimming submersion

Click here to Buy It Now at Tactic, $240

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moschino

WATCH: MOSCHINO TIME FOR VINTAGE

WHY IT'S COOL: Great casual watch for any occasion and polished silver-tone hands keeps a clean look.

FEATURES:

• Quart movement

• Analog date display

• Black dot markers

Available at Moschino, $170

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