Posted in articles&news on Dec 7th, 2011 No Comments »
Timex is a brand that most all watches lovers know about, but we tend to not think about Timex watches that often. That might be a shame because Timex has an important history in the American watch industry, and is also a brand that today offers a lot of watches. Timex sort of shot themselves in the foot by making too many budget watches for people with bad vision or the elderly. Not that anything is wrong with that, but style and quality conscious people typecasted the brand as boring. Those watches do exist, but in the last few years Timex has been offering more fun timepieces that focus on fashion as well as their history.
Most Timex watches are $ 200 and under, with the majority of watches in this article being priced at under $ 100. Many of these are part of the Timex Originals collection or other lines that offer contemporary timepieces with a very of a retro flair. Even the ubiquitous Timex Easy Reader is getting more treatment as Timex has celebrated the king of dorky watches by offering them in new colors and materials. I never thought I’d enjoy wearing a sub-$ 100 watch with a name called “Easy Reader” as much. My favorite is at the top of this post with the black case and tan leather strap.
Timex makes a lot of watches, and because of their volume they can offer a pretty decent watch for even $ 75. You can get a lot of bang for your buck, but these are not what you would consider high-end pieces. The watches have quartz movements and mineral crystals, with steel and plastic cases. Overall they make for excellent fashion accessories, gifts, or watches for people who “keep breaking their watches.”
I was pretty impressed with Timex’s focus on handsome styling and colors. They did a good job at reinventing classic watches in terms of feel and proportions. While you can get a camper style Timex in purple plastic – aside from some interesting colors – there isn’t really anything dorky about these watches. This is me making an appeal to fellow watch snobs that a Timex can be on your radar when looking to make a sensible budget buy.
Part of many Timex watches is their special Indiglo night-light feature. These helpful backlights are usually operated by pressing in the crown which lights up the dial. Watches with Indiglo are great and I would love to see more high-end pieces offer stuff like that. It is a feature that is easy to miss on watches that don’t have it. You can get a lot of these watches on Timex’s website or at a range of stores. Certainly something to look at during the holiday gift buying season.
See Timex Originals watches on eBay here.
See Timex Originals watches on Amazon here.
Timex Originals T2N341 Unisex Classic Watch £4999
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Written by Mr. Ariel Adams – aBlogtoRead.com, trusted independent watch media.
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Posted in articles&news on Oct 13th, 2011 No Comments »
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Watch is one of the most indispensable stuffs for men. Everyone these days seem to be very preoccupied with various activities and the need to have a watch that could reveal the current time is really necessary.
Along with the busy lives of every men and women, watches designers continue to create innovative time pieces that suits to everyone. For instance, if you are in the army the Timex Military Classic would really look great on you. Most men in uniforms go for Military types of watches as its resilient, and not that heavy to wear.
Timex is one of the most reliable watches maker that is known for its legendary durability, simplicity and low cost. Here are some features of Timex Military Classic Watch:
- PVD stainless steel case
- Mineral crystal
- Indiglo back light
- 100m WR
- 45.5 x 12.8 mm
- 52.5 mm l2l
- 22mm lugs
- 3
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Timex Military Classic Watch is a post from My Designer Watches. Your guide to the best designer watches, mens watches and ladies watches.
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Posted in articles&news on Sep 22nd, 2011 No Comments »
Timex is a brand everyone knows because of their digital watches which have been enjoyed by millions thanks to their reliability, simplicity and low cost. The Timex Ironman is a perfect watch for an owner that is not all that concerned with their watch, save for its ability to communicate the time. While they aren’t fancy, they are a known quantity in the market. In this way, the Timex digital watch is to watches what the Toyota Corolla is to cars. They are generally bland and will likely carry out their intended duty in a reliable but fairly soulless manner. With that in mind it may surprise you to find out that Timex still makes some noteworthy watches. Consider, if you will, the Timex Military Classic:
- 45.5 x 12.8 mm
- 52.5 mm l2l
- 22mm lugs
- 3 hand quartz
- PVD stainless steel case
- Mineral crystal
- Indiglo back light
- 100m WR
- MSRP $ 100
The Military Classic line up extends from Timex’s long standing Expedition range of sporting, outdoorsy type watches that always seemed like they should be sold at the check out counter of an LL Bean. The Military Classic on the other hand is actually a rather cool and surprisingly stylish timepiece that can had on the cheap. The retail price of the Military Classic is $ 100 USD but its street price is even less, sometimes dipping below $ 75 brand new. $ 75 is what you will pay for a new-release video game, its less than the cost of a reasonable dinner for two, it may even be less than than your cell phone bill every month. At this truly bargain basement price – how good can it be?
Build quality is on par with any entry level Seiko or Citizen I have owned to date, with the possible exception of their divers as they include a screw down crown and the Military Classic does not. The Military Classic’s stainless steel case is PVD treated to carry a semi-matte finish and all of its sides carry a knurled finish that is not only reminiscent of military hardware but also makes the watch easier to grip. The lugs are nicely finished and for the price point we would be surprised if anyone is let down by the case design or its simple execution. The case measures a large 45.5 mm wide and a fairly practical 12.8 mm tall. The Military Classic is very wearable thanks to a lug to lug size of 52.5 mm which is fairly small given its large case. If you prefer smaller watches, this may not be the Timex for you it wears larger than even its over sized case would suggest thanks to a very thin bezel design. The case is fitted with a thrifty mineral crystal which is flat and quite clear. The crown at three o’clock carries the Expedition logo and has a three stage design. As this is not a screw down crown the stages are idle, date adjustment, and then time adjustment. The crown action works well and exhibits a much more robust feel than other watches at this price point which tend to wobble a bit when fully extended.
We previewed the Military Classic about a year ago and haven’t forgotten about it as the styling was just right. There are a number of color options and they can be had without a PVD case if that is your preference. We believe this version is the best choice as it features a more stealthy PVD finish as well as a lovely grey/blue dial that makes the red second hand really stand out. The chapter ring carries a minute scale, within that there is a 24 hour scale, then a 12 hr scale, and then a center dial that appears to have a metallic finish. This center dial is what lights up when the crown is pressed in from its idle position and the Indiglo back-lighting is activated. Indiglo is one of Timex’s calling card and is also the reason I bought my first watch when I was six years old. I still remember buying that Ironman specifically because it was the one from the Indiglo ad and I killed the battery in just a few months of use thanks to my fascination with the back-light. 1992 was the first year that Timex offered this revolutionary back-lighting system which replaced having a tiny bulb in the corner of the screen that would unevenly distribute light across the display. Fast forward quite a few years and Timex is still using Indiglo in their current timepieces. The inner dial on the Military Classic lights up to back-light the hands and allow the user to easily read the time (check out the included video for a look at the Indiglo in action). The hour and minute hands are also painted with a luminous paint but it does not glow brightly or for very long.
The overall styling is supposed to be reminiscent of WWII aviation equipment which is fine by us because the Military Classic is one of the very few stylish and cool watches that can be had at an entry level price. A new model will come fitted to a canvas style strap (not the nylon zulu that is shown in the photos). For under $ 100 the Timex Military Classic looks great, boasts a simple and reliable Timex quartz movement and even has Indiglo. For some it might make for the perfect watch, for others just the perfect beater and we don’t think you can go wrong either way.
From:WatchReport.com
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Posted in Rolex Watches on Apr 30th, 2011 12 Comments »
Question by Camille
I have the one that has the large face with large numbers. I can see it across the room. LOL I can see perfectly far away, it is the tiny letters and numbers I need my magnification glasses to help me see better.
Answer by yAdAda!!
wear a bulova.. it has no numbers
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Posted in Rolex Watches on Apr 12th, 2011 1 Comment »
rolex watches Question&Answer:
Question by Tommy M
My friend has a Rolex though and he says he’s knowledgeable with watches, and he is asking me now if I know watches that begins with a “V”. What are those watches? They must be expensive? My friend says that President Truman has a unique watch and yes, it begins with a “V”. Thanks.
Answer by Just Me
Vacheron Constantin Tour de I’lle (1.5 million)
Van Cleef & Arpel
Valentino
Van Der Bauwede
Versace
Just to name a few
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Posted in Buy Rolex on Apr 6th, 2011 9 Comments »
buy rolex Question&Answer:
Question by cheri
so the neighbour ask her ” these are 2 beautiful Rotweilers, why did you name the Rolex and Timex ” so the blond goes ” heelllooo the are watch dogs”
Answer by ihurtmyhand
haha thats good
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Posted in New Rolex on Mar 27th, 2011 2 Comments »
Question by caly925
FINALLY, THE BLONDE JOKE TO END ALL BLONDE JOKES!
A girl was visiting her blonde friend, who had acquired two new dogs,
and asked her what their names were.
The blonde responded by saying that one was named
Rolex and one was named Timex.
Her friend said, “Whoever heard of someone naming dogs like that?”
“HELLLOOOOOOO…,” answered the blonde. “They’re watch dogs!”
Answer by siwaninwales
hehehee..nice joke.
Timex. I love the Indigo lights.
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Posted in New Rolex on Mar 26th, 2011 1 Comment »
Question by juspreet
Santa was visiting his friend Banta, who had recently acquired two new dogs, he asked him what the dogs names were. Banta said that one was named Rolex and one was named Timex.
Santa said, “Whoever heard of someone naming dogs like that?”
“HELLLOOOOOOO……,” answered Banta. “They’re watch dogs!”
http://www.yashgifts.com/joke.html
Answer by captain_cool0116
hahahahaha very funny!!!
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Posted in Real Rolex on Mar 16th, 2011 14 Comments »
real rolex Question&Answer:
Question by Sweet Polly Purebred: What’s the real difference between a Rolex and a Timex?
Best answer:
Answer by just_ine_credible
The price
What do you think? Answer below!
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Posted in Buy Rolex on Mar 16th, 2011 4 Comments »
Question by Buck Wilde: Does a timex watch work as well as a ,000 rolex?
If it does why would i buy a rolex?
Best answer:
Answer by Maria Sanchez
hell no. Rolex last longer and work better. Plus a rolex is a status symbol you got to have one.
What do you think? Answer below!
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