Ten Sailing Watches That Look Sharp on Either Land or Water

By and large, the “sailing watch” species of timepiece shares the sporty, hefty, water-resistant traits of the diver watch but is further stacked with complications useful to the yachtsman. Digital models are chock-a-block with esoteric features to help a skipper set his course, and many mechanical ones are equipped with clever countdown timers. In the tradition of the cult-favorite Aquastar Regate, watches with such timers help captains racing in regattas to coordinate clean starts at good speeds.

But when a sailing watch is beautiful, any landlubber with an eye for design will simply appreciate the cut of its jib. Look sharp: Here are 10 new and classic models worth taking on the water.