I don't think it matters that the Apple watch stands the test of time, the thing about tech is that you can't create "timeless" tech because it will become outdated in a couple of years. The watch will be replaced the the watch 2 so I don't think people are really thinking about this purchase being a long-term investment.
Reminds me of the dismissive comments that leaders at Microsoft and BlackBerry made at the first iPhone debut back in 2007. We all know how that ended...
Man whose entire business at risk from Apple's new design says design is rubbish.