The 10 coolest watches for under £300

There comes a time in a man's life when a gnarled piece of plastic across the wrist just won't cut it. When something much more refined is needed.

That said, you don't go from a battered Argos purchase to a £7,000 platinum-plated moonphase watch from Baselworld out of nowhere - so if you're looking to make the upgrade yourself, here are 10 stunning watches for under £300.

Birline Stornoway with Harris Tweed strap

£149

Emporio Armani Ar1890 rose gold-plated watch

£299

Larsson Jennings black and gold plated watch

£215

Brathwait classic with Italian calf

£160

Diesel Mini Daddy Urban Safari Watch

£168

Casio Edifice Large Dial

£175

Tommy Hilfiger

£169

Unknown - Dandy Navy Dial And Gold

£115

Tissot T-Classic

£235

Bulova Marine Star Chronograph

£181