10 Iconic Watches $20 to $500+ All Experts, Collectors & Snobs Respect

Today we return to one of my favorite formats: a good old top 10 list! With watches getting ever more expensive, what are the best iconic watches from $20 to $500+ in 2026? While there are undoubtedly hundreds of amazing options out there, today I share my favorite 10, why I love them so much, and what has made them attain a legendary status. From hidden gems and movie icons to innovative design, military proven use, space-going heritage, and unbeatable value, this selection proves you don't have to spend a fortune to get a watch that even the most ardent watch snobs can't deny but respect. What are your picks for the best and most iconic watches in this price range? Please share in the comments! Get your Urban Gentry coffee mug, #wristwatchcheck tee, and more official merch: https://the-urban-gentry-shop.creator-spring.com Check out The Urban Gentry Amazon store for items in this video. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theurbangentry Follow The Urban Gentry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theurbangentrychannel Join us on Facebook to get your watch or Gentry related questions answered, and engage with some of the community beyond YouTube: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503241666636531 Thank you for watching The Urban Gentry channel, home of the #wristwatchcheck! Check out my other videos for more watch and lifestyle content. If Luxury Watch Ads Were Real: https://youtu.be/znMGzDEGSBA Watch Collecting Ruined My Life: https://youtu.be/mVfPGGFWK4M Best and Worst Watches of 2025: https://youtu.be/ImD4IWcJKhc My 2025 State of the Collection: https://youtu.be/-vPlugyN0vk My 2025 EDC Update: https://youtu.be/_Jo7jkt9kVQ Presenting the Hanhart X Gentry Labs Red Lion Mk II Watch: https://youtu.be/UsPJMDq46Sc The Essential Guide to Watches & Strap Pairing: https://youtu.be/hjjAfCYTikM Top 10 Watch Collecting Mistakes: https://youtu.be/Dxu70cRBFcM The Hidden Meanings of the Luxury Watch: https://youtu.be/P9rZsUjBRrM SPOILERS! Included in my list: Luminox Navy Seal, Swatch Moonswatch, Citizen Promaster NY0040, Braun AW50, Casio MRW, Bulova Super Seville, Squale 1521 (50 ATMOS), Laco Aachen & Augsburg (Basic Automatics), Hamilton Mechanical 38mm, and the Seiko Arnie SNJ025. #watches #top10 #watchcollector #watchcollecting #icon #casio #luminox #hamiltonwatch #swatch #citizenwatch #bulova #squale