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Originally Posted by Jude
As far as keeping time goes...nothing. In fact a $20 quartz watch will more than likely keep better time than a $5000 mechanical watch.
You're pretty much paying for the craftsmanship and aesthetics (and for some people, unfortunately, the status that comes with a nice watch I guess).
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Depends on the brand.
Generally speaking, a $20 watch has no swiss components and is made with a cheap Japanese movements. I have seen $20 watches sold broken.
If you, lets say, buy a Tag Heuer or a Rolex or Movado, the quality is much better. Often, there will be a screw-down crown, and a screw in back. These ensure better water resistancy. You notice the quality as well. A well-made watch creates less draw on the battery and the battery generally lasts for a longer time period. However, as the watch gets old, more energy is required to run the watch since gears wear down. dirt and grime also accumulate, causing a need for more energy.