Graduating is a wonderful moment in anyone’s life. This is a great way to appreciate all the hard work and many years of studying.

Shopping for the perfect gift to celebrate a recent college grad can be tricky. Fortunately, there is one gift that transcends age, gender, interests, and future plans while perfectly symbolizing this period of change in one’s life – a watch.

A reliable and classic watch will help set a college graduate up for success, no matter what their future in the real world may hold.

To help in your search for a nice watch for graduation, we put together a comprehensive list of the best graduation watches for young men, covering a variety of styles and price points!

OMEGA SPEEDMASTER MOONWATCH

The Speedmaster Moonwatch is one of the world’s most iconic timepieces. Having been a part of all six moon landings, the legendary chronograph is an impressive representation of the brand’s adventurous pioneering spirit.

Presented on a black leather strap, this 42 mm Moonwatch in stainless steel features sapphire crystal glass on the front as well as on the caseback. Inspired by the 4th generation Speedmaster style worn on the moon, it also includes an asymmetrical case, black step dial with applied OMEGA logo and the famous dot over 90 on the anodised aluminium bezel ring.

Bell & Ross BR 05 GMT

For its first dual time zone model in its 05 range, Bell & Ross offers a more urban interpretation of travel and time. A distinctive design inspired by the professional world of tools designed for a specific mission. An elegant and ergonomic steel timepiece-armor. The engine set to two time zones. These are the codes of the new instrument of the urban explorer. The BR 05 GMT is designed to travel and accompany the transition between different urban realities. It is the ultimate globe-trotter’s tool.

Grand Seiko Sport Collection SBGE255

A Spring Drive GMT for the next generation. Equipped with a GMT hand, this watch features Grand Seiko’s unique Spring Drive caliber, which combines the motive force of a mainspring with the high precision of a quartz watch.

Housed in a water-resistant stainless steel case with ceramic bezel, a 24-hour GMT hand and Lumibrite indices for exceptional precision and legibility complemented by the smooth motion glide of Spring Drive.

BULGARI ALUMINIUM WATCH 103701 - Ducati Special Edition

Boldly going beyond trends and eras, Bulgari Aluminium has redefined what a luxury sport watch can be. Sharing the same vision of innovative design and high-tech approach, for this Special Edition watch the Roman Maison has teamed up with Ducati, introducing an exclusive red dial and unprecedented indexes – both references to the aesthetic language of the Italian motorcycle brand. Made from unconventional materials, the timepiece features an aluminum case with the iconic bezel and bracelet in black rubber.Special Edition of 1,000 pieces.

Hegid Mirage Série Noire

This inspired, robust and functional watch, consisting of three interchangeable Hegid elements, that give it the potential to evolve using Hegid's simple and fast EVOL patented system.

Hegid watches are expertly crafted from the finest materials. The design and assembly of the watches are made in France by partners selected for their watchmaking experience. For Hegid, every detail counts for a watch to last a lifetime.

The Longines 1832

1832 marks the year in which Longines was created; a bygone era when the measurement of time was beginning to gain importance and watches were still produced at home. It was the beginning of one of Swiss watchmaking’s most beautiful stories. This key date is highlighted by The Longines 1832 collection, the worthy heir of the brand’s watchmaking expertise and aesthetic codes.

When it comes to quality and elegance, Longines is a great pick. The timepiece itself combines technical innovation and great performance. This is the perfect gift for a graduate looking for a high performance timepiece.

OMEGA DIVER 300M CO‑AXIAL MASTER CHRONOMETER

Since 1993, the Seamaster Professional Diver 300M has enjoyed a legendary following. Today’s modern collection has embraced that famous ocean heritage and updated it with OMEGA’s best innovation and design.

This 42 mm model is crafted from stainless steel and includes a blue ceramic bezel with a white enamel diving scale. The dial is sun-brushed PVD chrome colour ceramic and features laser-engraved waves and a date window at 6 o’clock.

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H

Blancpain's native village of Villeret lends its name to the most classic collection from the Manufacture. Firmly anchored in tradition, these models personify Blancpain's roots and embody their prime aesthetic choices. The purity of their lines, the clarity of their dials and the slenderness of their double stepped cases express sophistication and timeless elegance.

Montblanc recently launched a new collection called 1858, inspired by 1930s pilots’ watches from the brand’s archives. The 1858 Small Second Limited Edition, in steel is a hand-wound watch with a look inspired by watches from Minerva, a brand acquired by Montblanc several years ago.

The model comes in a 44mm stainless steel case and features a large-diameter hand-wound movement reminiscent of those in pocketwatches from the same time period. The 17-jewel caliber powers the watch and is visible through the sapphire caseback.

The mark of a captain Marine Torpilleur, a light, modern Marine timepiece for those who captain their own destiny.

The case of each Ulysse Nardin timepiece is individually numbered on the side. Iconic features of the Marine collection are in evidence: the Roman numeral indexes, and the emblematic logo, it also features a semi-satined stainless steel bracelet with folding buckle.

An Oris Watch is built to last and provides a lifetime of enjoyment. This Oris piece is versatile, a pleasure to use, but also very dependable and professional at the same time. To make things even better, the automatic winding date adds that extra touch you would want from a great watch.

It provides features that are functional and useful, that you'll graduate will appreciate. You have to give it a try for the best experience.

Meisterstück Gold-Coated Rollerball

The Meisterstück Classique in deep black precious resin with gold-coated details and surmounted by the white star emblem evolves into a distinctive design icon.

Montblanc Meisterstuck Doue Classique Ballpoint - Glacier Blue

The Meisterstück Glacier Doué Ballpoint Pen with blue colored precious resin is inspired by the mystical glaciers of the Mont Blanc mountain, standing for our dedication to high quality products, our attitude towards exploration and adventurous spirit. Its platinum coated metal cap with special engraving represents the geometrical refractions of ice crystals.

Montblanc Montblanc Meisterstuck Classique Rollerball - Glacier White

The Meisterstück Glacier Classique Rollerball with white colored precious resin is inspired by the mystical glaciers of the Mont Blanc mountain, standing for our dedication to high quality products, our attitude towards exploration and adventurous spirit. The writing instrument is enhanced with blue colored PVD metal fittings.

OMEGA Sailing bracelet in stainless steel, white and dark blue braided nylon

OMEGA's sailing bracelets are casual, colourful and easy to wear.

The OMEGA Accessories collections are strongly linked to our watch collections. They are creative expressions that make use of different types of materials and watch finishes. Inspired by the DNA of the brand, they are a part of the OMEGA universe.

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Round Blue Enamel World Cufflinks

These sterling silver cufflinks feature a beautiful hand-enamelled world design – a subtle twist on a classic pair of cufflinks. Wear the whole world on your sleeves! A perfect gift for all who love to travel.

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Royal Blue & Clear Patterned Enamel Cufflinks

These sterling silver, oval cufflinks are classic with a timeless twist. They have been hand-enamelled in a royal blue and clear hatch design.