Skagen watch

[OhFuckOff]

Do these tend to wear pretty well? I haven't owned a watch in years so a little clueless. Thanks

[AgentProvocateur]

Yes, DH has had one for years. It still looks great. And gets lots of positive comments.

[OhFuckOff]

Thank you it's a nice dainty looking watch, my other option is a Casio digital

[TommyandGina]

Yes, both dp and myself wear skagen watches and we love them

[TheFairyCaravan]

I bought one for DS2 last Christmas. I was really impressed by it, the face is really, really thin and looks much more expensive than it actually was. I got it from watchshop.com. It was about £50 cheaper than everywhere else.

[Sovain]

DS has a couple. The leather straps didn't last long though and we're pricey to replace.

[Sovain]

Uh, it was DH not DS.


They were not we're.

[coolpotato]

I've got one and it's stunning. But the leather strap is wearing away and I was horrified to find it was going to cost me about £30 to buy new straps and another £30 to get them fitted (by skagen themselves). The straps I think are hard to come by.

I've love to get it sorted but I'd be almost better off getting a new one.

[user1471950254]

My parents each have a number of metal-strapped watches and swear by them for quality. Perhaps a better option than leather give some of the above posts

[UtahGirl12]

I have 2 and love them. Bought both from John Lewis. My silver one had little "joking" diamonds around the face. Over time (years) I lost one of them, so took it back in to John Lewis, (well out of warranty etc). JL said they had to send it back to Skagen to get a quote of how much it would be to repair, but Skagen did it for free!

[mando12345]

I've had a silver metal skagen watch for several years, wear it all the time.
Very pleased with it, I do get compliments for it.

[mooimevrouw]

I have one and it's lovely! Metal strap and has still looks great!

[TerriB84]

My DH has had 2 - a leather strap one and a metal strap. They are lovely watches and he likes the brand because he hates how chunky a lot of other male watches are. The metal strap one has definitely worn better. The only issue he's had is finding someone willing to replace the battery because of how thin and delicate the watch face is.

[MorrisZapp]

I adore my Skagen. Mine has a brown leather strap, looks better with age. I bought it from a Skagen shop which I must say was quite a thrill!

[MsMillyMollyMandy]

I have one with a metal mesh strap which is about 15 years old and still looks good. I have cleaned the strap with an old toothbrush and some fairy liquid and it comes up like new. My daughter bought me a lovely leather strap one for Xmas last year - large plain gold face and brown leather strap. The leather has softened and darkened but looks good. She always does her Xmas shopping on Black Friday so I expect you might get a good deal on a Skagen if you can wait that long.

[Giselaw]

I've got one that's about 20 years but I do need a new strap every few years. Maybe I just have sweaty wrists though . Straps are usually 10-20£ directly from their shop, where they replace them on premises

[OhFuckOff]

It's a metal mesh strap one that I have my eye on. Thanks everyone

[WhereAreWeNow]

I've got one (but leather strap) and love it.

[CallarMorvern]

DH is a watch obsessive and has a few, both metal and leather, they have all been reliable and look good. My parents have one each, they've been happy with them asfaik.

[JaceLancs]

Anyone know how the plating wears I would like as an everyday watch as my ancient gold watch is only really suitable for occasional wear
I like the gold plated versions but have allergies and don't want it to look shabby too quickly

[mando12345]

My dm has a gold plated skagen watch she has worn easily for years, still as new.

[CallarMorvern]

DM's still looks new and she's had it for years, DH doesn't have a gold watch of any make in his collection.

[newroundhere]

I've had a couple of Skagen watches and I wouldn't have another one - especially not a leather strapped one. Getting a replacement strap is a real pain (and expensive) as they don't have standard fittings - in the past even the Skagen shop has had to send my watch away to get a new leather strap fitted . Also, I cracked the glass on a watch once and they weren't able to replace it, which seemed pretty poor.

They look good as watches but from my perspective they have been more trouble than they're worth.