Collection

Rose Gold Pocket Watches

2 in collection

Rose Gold Pocket Watches is a small, deliberately short range of warm pink-toned fob watches rather than a wall of near-identical designs.

4.2 / 5 5 reviews

Rose Gold Pocket Watches

Rose Gold Pocket Watches is one of the smaller corners of the store, and we would rather say that plainly than pad the shelf out. Rose gold sits between yellow gold and copper, a warm pink tone that reads softer than a bright gold-tone case and works well against a navy or charcoal suit. It is a common request from wedding parties who want warmth in the photographs without the strong yellow of a traditional fob watch, and it pairs neatly with rose gold rings and cufflinks.

What the rose gold finish actually is

The colour is a rose gold plating or rose gold-tone finish applied over the case, so treat it as a finish rather than a precious metal weight. In practice that means keeping it clear of perfume and aftershave, wiping it with a soft dry cloth rather than anything abrasive, and storing it in a box or pouch between wears. A fob watch spends most of its life in a waistcoat or jacket pocket, which is gentle on a plated case. The 12-month warranty covers the movement.

What the range covers

There is a classic rose gold and black design with a lidded hunter case, decorative enough to suit vintage-style dressing, and a 49mm gents piece in rose gold plating running a Swiss quartz movement for anyone who wants something plainer and does not want to wind a watch. Part of the range is made to order, so allow extra time for made-to-order pieces. In-stock pieces leave Brisbane within 1 to 2 business days, with free Express Post on Australian orders over $60.

If you want more warm-tone choice

Rose gold is a narrow shelf here by design. If the warm tone matters more than the exact shade, our Gold Pocket Watches range is far deeper and covers hunter, half hunter and open-face cases. To see every finish side by side, browse Vintage Style Pocket Watches, and remember that a chain is not included with any watch, so add one of our Pocket Watch Chains if you want the finished look.

Rose Gold Pocket Watches: questions we get asked

Are these rose gold pocket watches made of real rose gold?

No. The cases carry a rose gold plated or rose gold-tone finish over the base metal, which is how the colour stays consistent across the lid, bow and dial. They are new vintage-style pieces rather than precious metal watches, and we price and describe them that way.

Will the rose gold colour wear off?

A plated finish will show wear eventually if it is rubbed constantly against keys or coins, but a pocket watch normally sits in a waistcoat or jacket pocket, which is kind to the case. Keep it away from perfume and aftershave, wipe it with a soft dry cloth, and store it in a box or pouch between wears. The 12-month warranty covers the movement rather than cosmetic wear to the finish.

Why is the rose gold range so small?

Rose gold is a niche finish in pocket watches, so we would rather list a couple of pieces we are happy with than fill the page with variations. If you want more choice in a warm tone, the gold range is considerably deeper and sits one level up in the same collection.

Is a rose gold pocket watch suitable as a wedding gift?

Yes, and it is a common use for this finish. Rose gold photographs warmly, matches rose gold rings and jewellery, and the lidded hunter design gives the moment of opening the cover that people like at a ceremony. Orders over $100 include a free matching chain, and a bamboo presentation box is included automatically on orders over $200.

Do these rose gold watches need winding?

It depends on the piece. The 49mm gents design uses a Swiss quartz movement and runs from a battery, so it needs no winding at all. The product page states the movement for each watch, so check there before you buy if winding matters to you either way.

Real reviews

What buyers say.

About

Rose Gold Pocket Watches is a small, deliberately short range of warm pink-toned fob watches rather than a wall of near-identical designs.

The colour comes from a rose gold plated or rose gold-tone finish over the case, not from solid metal, which is what keeps the tone even across the lid and dial. The range covers a classic rose gold and black hunter design and a 49mm gents piece in rose gold plating with a Swiss quartz movement, so it spans the decorative vintage-style look and the plainer dress piece.

Part of the range is made to order, so allow extra time for made-to-order pieces, while anything in stock is dispatched from Brisbane within 1 to 2 business days. A matching chain is available separately for every watch.