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Philly's Top Shopping Spots for Wristwatches

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When someone asks you for the time, you're probably more likely to reach for your iPhone than glance at your wrist. But let's get real: Wristwatches are a lot prettier to look at—and they make it a whole lot easier to sneak a glance at the time. Whether you're in search of a trendy cheapie or an heirloom-quality watch, these ten Philly shops will have you counting down the minutes between now and your next timepiece.


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Govberg Jewelers

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Luxury timepieces occupy the cases at this Walnut Street jeweler. Expect labels like Hermes, Dior, Cartier, and Tag Heuer. Govberg has a sister location within Ardmore's Suburban Square. [Image credit: Govberg Jewelers]

Hello World

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Shop this charming Rittenhouse Square gift boutique for men's and women's watches from Tokyo Bay. [Image credit: Hello World]

National Watch and Diamond

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If owning a Rolex is on your bucket list, this corner store can make your dream a little more attainable with pre-owned Rolexes offered at a discount. [Image credit: National Watch and Diamond]

Omoi Zakka Shop

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Count on Omoi to stock the coolest watch brand that you've probably never heard of: Komono. This Belgian brand offers watches that run the gamut from classic to funky. [Image credit: Omoi Zakka Shop]

Safian & Rudolph Jewelers

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Located on Jewelers' Row, Safian & Rudolph stocks Bulova Accutron Swiss-made watches. [Image credit: Safian & Rudolph Jewelers]

Scarlett Alley

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This Old City stalwart houses an extensive selection of Tokyo Bay watches that run the gamut from bold and bright to subdued and understated. [Image credit: Scarlett Alley]

South Moon Under

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Head to this Chestnut Street shop for men's and women's watches from the likes of Nixon and La Mer. [Image credit: South Moon Under]

Tiffany & Co.

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Those with champagne taste can shop Walnut Street's Tiffany store for watches that flaunt Swiss mechanics.[Image credit: Tiffany & Co.]

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A new arrival at the Rittenhouse Row accessories boutique TownHome, Daniele Wellington watches are priced from $275 to $315, with your choice of gold or silver faces and nylon or leather bands. [Image credit: TownHome]

Urban Outfitters

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On the menu Urban Outfitters: watches by La Mer, Triwa, Nixon, Timex, and Casio. [Image credit: ]

Govberg Jewelers

Luxury timepieces occupy the cases at this Walnut Street jeweler. Expect labels like Hermes, Dior, Cartier, and Tag Heuer. Govberg has a sister location within Ardmore's Suburban Square. [Image credit: Govberg Jewelers]

Hello World

Shop this charming Rittenhouse Square gift boutique for men's and women's watches from Tokyo Bay. [Image credit: Hello World]

National Watch and Diamond

If owning a Rolex is on your bucket list, this corner store can make your dream a little more attainable with pre-owned Rolexes offered at a discount. [Image credit: National Watch and Diamond]

Omoi Zakka Shop

Count on Omoi to stock the coolest watch brand that you've probably never heard of: Komono. This Belgian brand offers watches that run the gamut from classic to funky. [Image credit: Omoi Zakka Shop]

Safian & Rudolph Jewelers

Located on Jewelers' Row, Safian & Rudolph stocks Bulova Accutron Swiss-made watches. [Image credit: Safian & Rudolph Jewelers]

Scarlett Alley

This Old City stalwart houses an extensive selection of Tokyo Bay watches that run the gamut from bold and bright to subdued and understated. [Image credit: Scarlett Alley]

South Moon Under

Head to this Chestnut Street shop for men's and women's watches from the likes of Nixon and La Mer. [Image credit: South Moon Under]

Tiffany & Co.

Those with champagne taste can shop Walnut Street's Tiffany store for watches that flaunt Swiss mechanics.[Image credit: Tiffany & Co.]

TownHome

A new arrival at the Rittenhouse Row accessories boutique TownHome, Daniele Wellington watches are priced from $275 to $315, with your choice of gold or silver faces and nylon or leather bands. [Image credit: TownHome]

Urban Outfitters

On the menu Urban Outfitters: watches by La Mer, Triwa, Nixon, Timex, and Casio. [Image credit: ]