Pocket watch chains are cool

Honestly... I love pocket watches! I think these are going to be on trend soon. I've seen the odd hipster
carrying one recently. Trust me, it won't be long till they're all over the fashion magazines.

Pocket watches have been a part of our culture for quite some time. Despite the development of cell phones and digital watches, there are still many people who prefer using a quality pocket watch. They can serve as a convenient alternative to checking your phone or simply a fashionable and sophisticated accessory. One thing that every pocket watch owner would agree on is that every good pocket watch needs a good pocket watch chain.

Pocket watches are sometimes sold with chains already attached and sometimes without. If you want to get the most out of your pocket watch, chains are a great investment due to the convenience they have to offer. Chains connect to the watch on one end and are secured to your clothing with the other. This allows the user to easily check their watch at any time and keeps them from misplacing it. Chains can also provide you with fashionable value, coming in different types and sizes to suit your desires.

Pocket watch chains are most commonly made from different types of metals to match watches and ensure durability. The three most common metals used are gold, silver, and brass. It goes without saying that gold and silver chains generally run at a more expensive price than brass. The brass chains are usually plated with gold and silver overlay to give the chain a more sophisticated look. Some people prefer investing in a purely gold or silver watch purely for the authentic value, but brass is always a great affordable alternative.

There are also three different styles of pocket watch chains that you can choose from. The sport chain style is one of the most widely used types of chains. There are clasps on each end, one attaches to the watch and the other fastens to some article of your clothing. The buttonhole style has a clasp on one end which attaches to the watch. The opposite end uses a bar that threads through a buttonhole and twists to secure the watch. Finally there is the Albert style, which is a lot like the buttonhole with an additional chain attached. There is a clasp on the end of the side chain that allows you to attach any desired accessory.

You may be surprised at how long we have been using pocket watches. Since the turn of the 16th century when Peter Henlein created the first portable watch mechanism, people have been developing and wearing pocket watches. Initially, the chains were used quite differently. People would usually attach the watches to a necklace around their necks.

After people began to realize how useful the modern pocket watch chain design was, it became widely popular. As pocket watches developed through the years, the mechanisms and design has continually developed. The chain however, has stood the test of time and has remained the same for centuries. A good chain is a wise investment and seemingly necessary compliment to a good pocket watch wether you are looking for convenience, fashion, or security for your watch. With a variety of styles, materials, and lengths, chances are there is some sort of chain that fits your interests.