In the men's crystal glass watches category you'll find a wide choice, from entry-level sports watches to higher price ranges. This mineral glass is the foundation of affordable yet durable men's watches: Casio G-Shock, Edifice, Seiko 5 Sports, Vostok Europe and Citizen. As an official dealer we supply them with the manufacturer warranty, they come to your door after you order online, and our own watch service stands behind them.
Crystal or sapphire glass: how big is the difference on a men's watch?
Crystal glass is hardened mineral glass, which is more shock-resistant and cheaper than sapphire, but scratches a little more easily. On a G-Shock or a sports watch worn outdoors this is more of an advantage: the tough case and the shock-tolerant glass work together. On an office watch that rarely gets knocked, you'll hardly notice any difference.
Which men's crystal glass watch should you choose?
- For every situation, shock-resistant: Casio G-Shock, in a huge number of versions.
- Chronograph with a motorsport feel: Casio Edifice or Festina Chrono Bike.
- A first automatic watch: Seiko 5 Sports or Citizen Automatic, at an affordable level.
- Robust, military style: Vostok Europe N1.
- With a shirt or suit: Citizen Elegance Man or Lorus Dress.
What else should you look at beyond water resistance?
A good share of the models here are 10 or 20 ATM, so you can swim with them, but with 3 ATM dress watches a shower is best avoided. Pay attention to the case size too: G-Shocks are thick and don't always fit under a shirt sleeve – you'll find the case thickness on the product page. If the original strap isn't comfortable, our service will change it.
Who do we recommend it to?
To anyone looking for a tough everyday watch for work, sport or the outdoors, who values shock resistance more than perfect scratch-freeness. It is also an ideal category for a first automatic watch.
If you lean towards sapphire after all, you can see everything in one place on the men's watches by crystal type page.
Men's Watches with Crystal Glass – Questions and Answers
Does a men's crystal glass watch scratch?
Rarely in everyday use, but sandy, stony or metallic surfaces can leave hairline scratches, because it is softer than sapphire. In return it is more shock-resistant, which makes it a particularly good choice for sports watches.
What kind of glass does the Casio G-Shock have?
Most G-Shock models have mineral, that is crystal, glass, and some more expensive versions have sapphire. The basis of the G-Shock is the Triple 10 principle: a 10-metre drop, 10 bar water resistance and a 10-year battery.
Is there an automatic men's watch with crystal glass?
Yes, mainly Seiko 5 Sports and Citizen Automatic models. These are the most affordable ways into the world of mechanical watches.
Can crystal glass be replaced if it is damaged?
Yes, damaged or deeply scratched mineral glass can be replaced. Our own watch service will assess what needs to be done.