American watchmaking isn’t a new concept. In 1854, as the Waterbury Clock Company, we took clocks from the mantels of the 1% and brought them to the world. Our roots in Waterbury, Connecticut—the Brass City—allowed us to evolve clockmaking, switching from wooden gears to gears made of brass. This, along with our modernized factories, allowed … Continue reading "AMERICAN DOCUMENTS: TIMEX & AMERICAN WATCHMAKING"

One hundred and sixty-five years in the making. An unprecedented achievement in engineering. A milestone of epic proportion. TIMEX has done the impossible. The company that brought the world the first wristwatch… INDIGLO – the first lighted watch… the first smart watch… and the first quartz, among many other innovations, brings to the world the … Continue reading "The 25th Hour"

Watches come in all shapes and sizes. From oversized to petite, you’ll have no trouble finding a watch size that suits your style. However, you will want a balanced and proportional timepiece that feels and looks right. Here are some tips for finding the right watch for your wrist size. The first thing you should … Continue reading "Choosing a Watch for your Wrist Size"

Every spring we launch a new collection of watches for men and women that continue our passion for watchmaking and innovation. And this year is no different. We’ve added new timepieces to popular collections including the Waterbury and MK1™, as well as new launches for Variety™ and the solar-powered Expedition® Solar Ranger. This year’s Waterbury … Continue reading "Spring Newness"

With the NHL 2018-19 season in the midst of its exciting stretch run, it’s time to look closer at the division races and see which storylines will lead to playoff berths. Many teams are still in the hunt for a playoff spot and here are division races to keep an eye on. Atlantic Division Last … Continue reading "NHL® Tribute Collection: Midseason"

We introduced the INDIGLO® technology in 1992 with our TIMEX IRONMAN® line and due to its popularity, expanded its use to nearly 70% of the Timex collection. With a simple press on the crown, users could see the entire watch dial light up in a high-visibility green-blue light. In 2017 the same technology was added … Continue reading "A New Generation of Supernova"

The Easy Reader® watch has been a best-seller for Timex since it first launched in 1977. Since then, many styles of watches have come and gone but the Easy Reader continues to persevere due to one factor: its simplicity. Devoid of frills and fancy add-ons, the Easy Reader is just that, an easy-to-read watch that … Continue reading "Easy Reader in Easy Color"

When Timex was looking for a collection to introduce solar-powered technology, the Expedition was an obvious choice. Masculine, rugged and durable, the Expedition collection features outdoor-inspired watches that are ideal for solar power. This technology is now featured in two Expedition models: The Expedition Solar Gallatin and the Expedition Solar Ranger. The solar movement functionality … Continue reading "Solar Powered Watches"

Fun, fresh and feminine, the new Variety Collection from Timex gives young women a unique fashion watch that is made to match her outfits and moods. Revolutionary 1960s design influenced this beautiful, mod-inspired style that features clean and geometric silhouettes. The Variety Collection offers interchangeable top rings and slip-thru straps with multiple options to customize … Continue reading "The New Variety Collection from Timex"

Todd Snyder and Timex collaborate again, this time producing the vintage-inspired Mid-Century Day/Date watch. A relationship that has seen many successful launches including the Peanuts collection, the Mod and the Blackjack, Timex and Todd Snyder continue to embody classic Americana along with a contemporary approach to quality workmanship. Introduced at Todd Snyder’s show during New … Continue reading "Timex and Todd Snyder Release the Mid-Century Day/Date Watch"

With a stunning display of athletic endurance, a triathlon takes you from the water to the bike and finishes it off with a marathon run. As you train, you push yourself to beat your personal records and strive for success on race day. Make sure you have a timekeeping, activity-tracking companion as part of your … Continue reading "What a Triathlete Needs in a Watch"

The mini panic attack you may experience when you think you’re running late is easily the worst part of a watch battery dying. Your timepiece gets stuck where it is, displaying an inaccurate time until it gets fresh power. Once you realize what’s happened, your next move is to replace the battery as soon as … Continue reading "How to Change a Watch Battery"