Nixon Watches: A Minor Introduction to a Major Label
The Nixon company was founded in Encinitas, California in the year 1997 by a partnership of Andy Laats and Chad DiNenna. Nixon is an accessories company that focuses on the youth lifestyle market. The company began its career with custom built watches that were focused on customers that specialized in surfing, skating, snowboarding, skiing, and fashion stores. In the year 2000, Nixon expanded its accessories lines to include limited softgoods. In January of 2006, Nixon was bought out by Billabong International for around $54.6 million American dollars. Currently they are a world wide business that sells in markets in over twenty-five countries.
Nixon watches are known for their unique designs and solid craftsmanship. They have been sold to many active outdoor enthusiasts for several years now and with their purchase by Billabong they have only grown more profitable. At one time Nixon watches were once classified into a categorized system with such notable names as business and elite. Currently their watch line is separated into three different groups. These groups are men’s, women’s, and elite types.
Watches made by Nixon vary greatly in function and style. Many of the original watch styles have been taken off the market or have undergone a serious style change. Current watch selections will often have several different styles for the same production model.
Overall, Nixon is recognized as a world leader in watch production and sales. They are a relatively new company but they have managed to become a magnate in the world market for accessories. Their products range from simple seeming watches such as the Time Tell P to the heavy metal 51-30 divers range. The innovative styles of Nixon watches cannot be overstated. Unlike many of the companies in the market that sell watches Nixon is willing to try bold new designs. Some of them do not even use numbers and only rend either a dot or the hands for viewing. These watches are very accurate, the Newton and the Vega are good examples of this line, but they require an individual to actually know the general idea of how to tell time on a watch. These are obviously more for style than accuracy. However, there are other models produced by Nixon that are the epitome of exact, precise, temporal measurement.
One such watch is the Murph. The Murph is a square faced watch for men. This watch is available in a wide variety of coloration from traditional gold and silver to bright blue. It features a top half that is opaque with a highly visible and accessible crown. This makes changing the time on it almost ridiculously easy. When this is combined with the Japanese direct drive quartz technology that allows for the second hand to run on its own dial system the watch owner has a very high-end time piece on his or her hands.
When it comes to the ladies, Nixon watches do not fall short. The broken heart pendant model is a well known timepiece due to its unique shape. The watch case is heart-shaped and comes in a wide variety of colours. Truthfully it is almost as much a piece of jewellery as it is a watch and any lady interested in wearing it for a night out on the town will find it the perfect accessory for an elegant evening at the theatre.
About the Author
This article on
Nixon watches
is written by our jewellery expert, Peter Farrar. You can find out further information by visiting our website,
http://www.watchshop.com
Silver Rocket – Eyes Without A Face
|
|
Silver Face Mens Ladies Special See Through Wrist Watch $0.02 |
|
|
Ladies Girls Henley Designer White Face Silver Colour Diamante Bangle Watch H81 $19.63 |
|
|
Lot-6 New Fancy Watch Faces-Silver-Round-Square-Oval $28.00 |
|
|
NURSE WATCH DOLPHIN POCKET WATCH QUARTZ+PIN +FREE SPARE BATTERY *1yr wty $12.59 |
|
|
Seiko Coutura Chronograph Alarm Silver with Black Face $395.00 $195.99 |
|
|
Super Cool Stainless Steel Silver Face Mens Lady Watch $0.02 |
|
|
MEN’S WATCH CLASSIC DESIGN LARGE FACE SILVER TONED HANDS AND MARKERS NEW & BOXED $7.36 |
|
|
Mickey Mouse Cute Large Face Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Wristwatch Silver SMY1 $9.20 |
|
|
Ladies Henley Diamante Watch Silver Face & Silver Tone Band H641 $20.42 |
|
|
New OTTIMO Water Proof Men’s WATCH Gold/Silver-Two tone with White Dial/Face $21.00 |
|
|
Ladies Henley Diamante Watch Pearly Face With Silver & White Band H711 $20.42 |
|
|
New OTTIMO Water Proof Men’s WATCH Gold/Silver-Two tone with Gold Dial/Face $21.00 |
|
|
Ladies Henley Diamante Watch Silver Black Band White Face New Design H393 $20.42 |
|
|
Brand New SINOBI Mens Black Band Silver Face Wrist Watch $0.99 |
|
|
Silver Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Quartz Wristwatch White Face Dual Time $0.99 |
|
|
Rotary stainless steel rectangular cocktail bracelet watch, silver face Lot35 $50.29 |
|
|
Rotary stainless steel rectangular cocktail bracelet watch, silver face Lot33 $50.29 |
|
|
Rotary stainless steel rectangular cocktail bracelet watch, silver face Lot31 $50.29 |
|
|
Rotary gents gold plate /st. st. bracelet watch,silvered face GB02267/32 Lot47 $77.01 |
|
|
Rotary gents gold plate /st. st. bracelet watch,silvered face GB02267/32 Lot48 $61.29 |
|
|
Olivier Quartier Swiss19″‘~Cylinder Key W/S Open Face Sterling Silver Case Watch $199.99 |
|
|
ladies CITIZEN SILVER & GOLF WITH BLACK FACE WRIST WATCH EUC $49.99 |
|
|
Barbara Bixby Sterling Silver Watch Pink MOP Face/Leather Strap BEAUTIFUL!!! $139.99 |
|
|
Vintage Gold BEAD CHAIN CZ Bezel Silver Face Charm Bracelet Watch USA SELLER $23.99 |
|
|
Crystal Bezel Silver Face Blue Acrylic Link Band Clipper Watch USA SELLER $18.99 |
|
|
Vintage Silver Face Square Filigree Wide Hinged Cuff Bracelet Watch USA SELLER $17.99 |
|
|
Rose Gold BEADED CHAIN Crystal Bezel Silver Face Charm Bracelet Watch USA SELLER $23.99 |
|
|
Big Jumbo White Face Silver Orange Bezel Rubber Strap Bracelet Watch USA SELLER $19.99 |
|
|
Silver Face Motorcycle Biker Urban Gothic Pewter Chain Link Watch USA SELLER $23.99 |
|
|
FOSSIL MENS SILVER TONE RED FACE WATCH FS4675 $125 RETAIL NEW WITH TAGS! $62.97 |
|
|
Invicta Men’s 9329 Speedway Collection Chronograph S Watch $79.65 This striking chronograph watch from Invicta’s Speedway Collection is a great everyday, multifunctional watch for men. The 41-millimeter stainless steel case and stainless steel bezel houses a deep blue dial face protected by an anti-reflective mineral dial window. The face features silver hour indexes, chronograph capabilities, and a date calendar between four and five o’clock, as well as subtle … |
|
|
Acer Iconia TAB A100-07U08U 7-Inch Tablet (8GB) $255.99 Experience the freedom to play games, watch HD movies, social network and more on your Acer Iconia Tabâ now in pocket-size! The small handheld design of the A100 with stunning 7” display makes this Tablet the perfect size to take on the go, and conveniently fits in your jacket pocket or purse to help maintain your busy life! This multi-functional tablet is the perfect immersive gaming d… |
|
|
Toshiba Satellite L755-S5349 15.6-Inch LED Laptop – Fusion Finish in Matrix Silver $629.99 Don’t just seize the day. Make the most of every moment with the 15.6″ Satellite L755 laptop, offering famous Toshiba quality, value and style, plenty of power, plus room to multitask, study and play. Featuring a generous 15.6″ diagonal HD display, an advanced sound system, the latest multicore processors, plus lots of memory and storage, this laptop is made for those who demand more: namely, lo… |
|
|
Xonix Analog Wristwatch and 128MB Flash USB Storage TIME + DATA = COOL! This handsome wristwatch keeps accurate time and can also store digital data. It has 128 MB of flash RAM built-in and a stealth USB 1.1 interface cable that’s stored in the band. It is easily removed from the band for attachment to any USB equipped computer. Using the software provided, data is smoothly transferred from the watch to a computer…. |
|
|
Personalized Graphite Face Watch Money Clip $36.00 Personalized engraving options: Type in: Up to three block initials Wallet alternative Masculine money clip Gives a distinguishing look to an every day essential Perfect combination of form and functionality Classic look and brushed silver finish. Fashioned with timeless appeal Outfitted with a charcoal watch face and light frame Ideal for travel and everyday use Made of brushed silver finished s… |
|
|
Becora Lightweight Mesh Large Face Silver Analog Watch – Fashion Timepiece $35.00 A stunning and timeless watch with a clean, no numeral watch face and silver hardware. Perfect for work or events.Mesh band has an adjustable hook clasp, easily adjustaded by yourself or by a jeweler to ensure the best fitBezel measures about 1″ acrossAnalog timeQuartz movementJewelry style foldover claspPlease note: watches come with stock battery and is not under retailer or manufacturer warrant… |
|
|
Sanrio Hello Kitty Girls Digital Watch with Pink Wristband … |
|
|
ELEPHANT KEYCHAIN WITH WATCH FACE $9.95 Brand new, silver elephant keychain with extra hooks. Has a large lobster style clasp for attaching, Watch face too. Keychain and watch, charm holder, has many uses… |
|
|
Zanheadgear Nylon Field Watch (Black/Khaki) $11.77 Based upon vintage military field timepieces this watch combines classic looks comfort and utility. Precision Japanese quartz movement with a long-life silver oxide battery. White numbers and luminous hands are set against a black dial for ease of viewing day or night. The watch face is protected by an anti-scratch mineral glass crystal while the rugged stainless steel back closes up the case a… |
|
|
Zanheadgear Nylon Strap Rugged Field Watch … |
|
|
Jesus Piece Bubble Face Silver Leather Watch $79.95 Jesus Piece Bubble Face Silver Leather Watch |
|
|
SILVER-TONE ROUND WATCH FACE $6.79 Design a customized watch using this silver-tone watch face. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
SILVER-TONE RECTANGLE WATCH FACE $6.79 Create a customized accessory with this silver-tone rectangle watch face. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
SILVER-TONE OVAL WATCH FACE $6.79 This Silver-Tone oval watch face is elegant in its simplicity. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
SILVER-TONE FRAMED WATCH FACE $6.79 The decorative, diagonally lined pattern on this silver-tone framed watch face will create an eye-catching watch. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
SILVER-TONE HEART WATCH FACE $6.79 Add a subtle touch of romance to your wardrobe with this silver-tone heart-shaped watch face. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
Silver Iced Out Floating Face Black Leather Gunmetal Watch $89 Silver Iced Out Floating Face Black Leather Gunmetal Watch |
|
|
Fat Baguette Bezel Silver Face Heavy Metal Watch Bling $99 Fat Baguette Bezel Silver Face Heavy Metal Watch Bling |
|
|
Bubble Full Stone Face Silver Black Leather Hip Hop Watch $79.95 Bubble Full Stone Face Silver Black Leather Hip Hop Watch |
|
|
Caged Gold Face Silver Bling Bling Black Leather Watch $79 Caged Gold Face Silver Bling Bling Black Leather Watch |
|
|
Radiant Baguette Bezel Blye Face Silver Iced Out Watch $79.95 Radiant Baguette Bezel Blye Face Silver Iced Out Watch |
|
|
Silver Iced Out Floating Ice Face Black Leather Watch $89 Silver Iced Out Floating Ice Face Black Leather Watch |
|
|
Men Fashion Automatic Mechanical Watch Red &Silver Face $17.53 Men Fashion Automatic Mechanical Watch Red &Silver Face |
|
|
SILVER-TONE WIDE OVAL WATCH FACE $6.79 This silver-tone watch face features a unique wide-oval face. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
SILVER-TONE FANCY FRAMED WATCH FACE $6.79 Create an elegant dress watch with this silver-tone fancy framed watch face. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
SILVER-TONE ROUND WITH TINY FLOWERS WATCH FACE $6.79 Tiny flower details accent this round silver-tone watch face. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
SILVER-TONE CURVED SQUARE WATCH FACE $6.79 This silver-tone square-shaped watch face is curved for a comfortable fit. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |
|
|
SILVER-TONE LEAF SHAPED RECTANGLE WATCH FACE $6.79 An array of etched leaves surround this silver-tone watch face. Design your own band to complement this watch face and create a one-of-a-kind watch! Feel free to check out the Watch Face Jewelry Designs section of the Learning Center for some great watch design ideas! Note: The movement/timepiece is made in Japan while the case and band-attachment are made in China. Batteries included. |