Much as Dads might think they deserve it, the grim reality is not many kids are going to lash out big money for them on Father’s Day. Dads are just dads.

What is it exactly that dads do? They kick you out of the most comfortable armchair just at the most exciting moment of a movie. They make fun of your latest haircut in front of your friends, and can never remember if you’re 15, 16 or 22 but always know the exact moment when you’ve put on half a pound.

There’s also the middle aged crisis dad. The one that takes out a second mortgage to buy the big Harley Fat Boy and all the accompanying leather gear to go tootling along the highway in desperate search of a long lost hairline.

So for all those that want to remember dad without feeling too much of a pinch in the pecuniary department, here is a selection of affordable, quality watches oozing a certain cool factor without managing to look too trendy. They’re presented here in order of increasing generosity.

But if it all seems too much like hard work, there’s always the tried and tested socks and sandals option.

Timex Gents Analogue $195

Timex gents watches are fashionable, affordable and durable. This one comes with a leather strap, a cream dial and a handy compass feature in case he gets lost. With a large and varied line of watches, Timex has plenty of time for every Dad.

TW Steel Icon $280

Each TW Steel watch combines an attractive aesthetic with design features including the oversized watch case and invariably comfortable watch straps with superior watch technology.

Citizen Sports Chronograph $281

This sleek and stylish watch comes with a titanium case and bracelet and with hour markers. Incorporating the sports design chronograph with the traditional Citizen look.

Casio Edifice Wave Ceptor $360

The latest additions to Casio’s high performance collection of radio-controlled watches have a motor sports inspired design. Visually stunning with carbon fibre pattern styling on the face and a unique velocity indicator, this four-motor chronograph with unique dial design and bezel delivers a leading edge specification.

Seiko Gents Premier $540

The most expensive option of them all, this Seiko gents watch comes with a 2 tone steel bracelet and an elegant silvered dial. The watch also features an alarm and chronograph function.

Booby prize: Socks and sandals $ Cheap

If dad’s only worth socks and sandals you may need to tell him it’s time to pull the socks up and make more of an effort.