Watches Information - including Citizen, Rotary, Police, Guess, Accurist, Tissot, Seksy

Just in: Black Dice Watches

2008-08-08T18:41:00.002+01:00

We are now an authorised stockist of Black Dice watches. Black Dice is an urban brand, featuring LCD displays as well as analogue dials. Black Dial watches are a relatively new fashion brand, formed in 2006. All Black Dice watches are fitted with high quality Miyota movements, and made and finished to perfection. With some of the most radical designs available today in the fashion watch market, Black Dice is an ideal choice for a self purchase or a gift for a friend. All of these watches come with a 2 year guarantee and luxury presentation box.

Watch glossary added

2008-07-28T23:12:00.002+01:00

A quick post to mention that we have now added a watch glossary to the site. This briefly outlines some of the terms used on our site, and should hopefully answer some of your technical queries.

Adidas Swells Our Sports Brands

2008-07-18T09:19:00.004+01:00

Well with two new brands added last week we're on a steamroller over here as a THIRD brand makes our shelves this week. With the inclusion of the Adidas watch range we have expanded our sports watches to an even greater selection.

Adidas can trace its history back to Germany in the 1920's when one Adolf "Adi" Dasslar. The original vision he had for his company was the creation of high performance shoes for German athletes. 80 years later Adidas is a tried and tested sports brand relied upon by athletes the world over. Their range of watches continues their proud heritage of high quality, reliable sports equipment.

Every day, across the globe, people from top competetive athletes to people that simply jog around their neighbourhood, trust in the performance of their Adidas watch to increase their performance in which ever sport their passion lies.

Ellesse Watches Added to Ever Growing Range

2008-07-14T09:18:00.006+01:00

Well here at Watchshop UK we've had one busy busy week with the addition of TWO new lines to our stock! Timex and Ellesse watches.

The addition of the Ellesse brand (pronounced L.S. after the founders initials) brings a brand with a unique look to our shelves. Looking at the way they're moving off our shelves it seems a great number of you have already started to enjoy this brand.

Although the Ellesse brand started out life as a designer and manufacturer of sport clothing, for which they became world renowned, especially for their Alpine wear, they have taken their design views and ideas from this field and applied them with great success to the field of of modern sports and fashion watches.

The unique and innovative background of the Ellesse group have created a range of watches that are not only fashion pieces but also highly durable sports pieces, giving the customer the best of both worlds. The best part being you can get all this, the style, the unique looks, and the durability all for a descent price!

Stylish new Timex at Watch Shop UK

2008-07-11T09:04:00.003+01:00

As some of you by now no doubt realise we have recently added s new brand to our ever growing stock, Timex watches. Since adding them to our site these stylish, affordable watches have been flying off our shelves, the broad spectrum Timex offers has a watch for everyone, as customers are realising.

To give you a little bit of the back story of our latest addition: What would eventually evolve into the modern Timex company was started in 1854 as the Waterbury Clock Company (some of their watches have this date engraved on the back). The sister company made their first affordable pocket watch in 1880. Timex itself however arose in 1879 as the name for the companies launch in Britain but only began to use this same brand name in the the USA in the 1950's. This same company made history by creating the first Disney clock under licence in 1933, a Mickey Mouse clock. Today this once small company from a little valley in America has sold over one billion watches globally.

As seen by their own ad campaigns Timex watches emphasis a stylish look with rugged durability, watches to last you a long, LONG time.

Watchshop UK gets new Rotary Pocket Watches

2008-07-10T10:41:00.006+01:00

Pocket watches: Elegant style from a time when craftsmanship still counted, before plastic and quick fixes, when mechanical was the only choice and no one had heard of the Duracell bunny.

We are proud to announce the addition of further Rotary Pocket Watches to our range, bringing even more of their timeless class to the customer.

The new additions include both Full and Half Hunter mechanical watches, some in plain cases and others beautifully and stylishly engraved to give them an air of old world charm. All these new pieces combine elegance and class, not just a pocket watch but a piece of art, and with exhibition case fronts and backs on many of the pocket watches you can watch then intricate dance of the mechanical marvel so much lost in today's watches with their batteries and circuit boards.

We will shortly be adding further fine Rotary watches to our range to give you even greater choice between these stylish men's and ladies watches so check back soon.

New Seksy watches for 2008

2008-06-10T14:22:00.003+01:00

We are proud to introduce several new lines of SEKSY for 2008.

These include a new Eclipse model with a black mother of pearl dial, Seksy 4048.

As well as these, they have introduced crystal set Seksys, models Seksy 4053 and Seksy 4052.

Please click for the full range of Sekonda Seksy watches.

Diesel Watches

2008-06-01T13:27:00.000+01:00

The fashion industry first heard of Diesel in 1978. Then, founder Renzo Rosso intended to make Diesel the top designs for men and now, they have made a lot of state of the art denim pants, tee shirts and different chic accessories like caps, sunglasses, belts, shoes, bags, jewelries and even watches not only for the males but also for the females!

One of Diesel�s latest technologies which are filled with style and passion are their watches. Diesel watches are perfect for one�s needs and they have a modern appearance with a touch of urbanity in them. Each watch is created with a certain feature and a specific panache that matches whatever you like. They have a wide collection of chronograph, analogs, and digital watches.

The Diesel chronograph collection is composed of digital watches, pocket watches and watches for fashion which are able to last for a long time, you won�t even have to buy a new watch. Consisted of a chic and authentic leather straps and stainless steel band design, the Diesel analog watches are just right for both sexes especially when you are among those who appreciate classic styles. Lastly, the Diesel digital watches are a wide collection of high-tech and really technology advanced watches that suit your taste.

Now, the hottest watch models that Diesel brings to your door are the DZ4118, DZ4028, DZ1110, and the DZ4101. These new styles would not only give you the most accurate time but they could also accentuate who you are.

So, need a watch? Whoever you are, whatever you want, Diesel Time Frame collection would just fit your style. Whether you are a perky chick, a sporty dude, a rowdy cowboy, a babe who loves underwater, or just someone who sees everything in a more orthodox flair, Diesel watches would just be perfect for you.

DKNY Watches

2008-06-01T13:25:00.000+01:00

DKNY came from the world renowned designer and philanthropist, Donna Karan. By the way, DKNY stands for Donna Karan New York and it was founded in 1984.

Now, after almost 23 years of creating designs, DKNY has been one of the world�s top selling trend setters. Their styles and ideas have brought a lot of people to actually visit their stores. From children�s wear to teens to adults, they have it. If you were looking for something to perk up your style, DKNY would certainly have something in store for you.

DKNY also produced watches which are made for you and your kids. These watches are technically filled with simplified accents that one has never thought of. They have created designs that match up your personality whatever you are wearing. You could cheer up an all black outfit with a crystal pink DKNY watch without ruining your appearance because DKNY adds more than what there is rather than adding less of the style.

DKNY designed watches integrate passion, personality and style. With these three mixed up you could mold your attitude and fit it into what would perfectly be reflected on with the watch and their designs could bring out the truth underneath all those hidden secrets you have. These DKNY watches could also complement any physical aspect that you have, like the color of your eyes. They have made their watches into different styles, shapes and sizes with different colors and character.

With their watches, you could have a new look into fashion without even hauling yourself into doing and buying a lot more expensive products there are. You could have an out of the ordinary thought about time and how it could be fun being with time which a lot of people find impossible since for them, time is something dreadful to face that fashion could not conquer. Thanks to DKNY for breaking down that barrier between the two.

Casio Watch

2008-06-01T13:23:00.000+01:00

Casio is one of the world�s leading watch and calculator manufacturers which started out in 1946 which just followed the World War II. The history of how Casio came to be is a bit funny since its path to success started with Tadao Kashio�s yubiwa pipes.

Casio watches are pretty much made up of idealistic thoughts that a lot of minds have taken the time to put up together.

Casio�s G-Shock series actually started with one man�s thoughts of having a watch that has a life span of ten years, could resist water and water pressure that is up to 10 atmospheres, and can endure a fall that is up to ten meters in height. After a few years of calculations and designs, the idea became reality and now we call it Casio�s legend, the G-Shock.

After the success of the G-Shock came in different Casio designed watches beginning with the Baby G, which is a big hit for kids and teens alike since it was created with a few of the G-Shock�s features and the style that every teen and kid would love.

Then, technology integrated watches like the Data Bank which stores different data like names and telephone numbers, the Futurist and the Poptone which are made up with much of the modern style that we have, elegant and refined watches like the Sheen and the Beside, and whole lot more different watch collections that Casio has made for us.

Casio have proved that there are a lot of choices that we have, all we need to do is open our eyes to them. Casio created various watches that measures up to our expectations and taste, and even to whatever passion we have. Whether you love diving, sports, or if you love styling out with the most stylish looks we have today, Casio would really provide it for you. To buy online, please visit our Casio watch section.

Fossil Watches: Chic since 1984

2008-06-01T13:21:00.000+01:00

Are you looking for something that would bring out the true you but in a very chic way that you wouldn�t have to feel even a pint of embarrassment and that would be useful for you, not only in the styling side also in other aspects, like telling the time? What else could you buy yourself except for a watch? Of course, you would not just buy any watch you see. If you were sophisticated enough, Fossil watches could give a lot of service that you might want.

Founded in 1984, Fossil Company started the trendy way of wearing watches and owning watches. After their watch success, they began to design accessories with leather and other things. They began to distribute belts, backpacks, key chains, and wallets, but of course, they have never forgotten about their watches. Then, they manufactured eyewear, so that you have something to match your watches.

However, Fossil watches are pretty much the most popular products the company has. These watches are teens, kids and even adults favorite since they are priced reasonably and just right for their budgets. Besides, these watches have designs that everyone loves. Fossil have used our favorite characters like Snoopy, Mickey Mouse, and Pluto so that their watches would be what everyone likes. They also designed their straps and dials with different colors and these are easily changed, making your watches appear just right for your clothes.

Now, since you have thought of what Fossil watches could do and could have, the only question that would most likely be left in your minds is which watch would you buy? Of course, not all the time that precious watch with a brown dial made out of wood fits perfectly every occasion. So you must really think about what you would buy, why would you buy it and in what occasions would perfect for it.

Buying a Designer Watch Online

2008-05-26T20:00:00.003+01:00

When buying a designer watch online, there are few things you should consider to ensure that your purchase is handled smoothly, that you get the watch you desired, as well as the support in the event of something going wrong.

- Is the company an official dealer? A lot of websites sell watches from the 'grey market' which means you won't get the official guarantee from the manufacturer - so if there's a problem you may be stuck.
- Have you heard of the website before? Watch websites come and go all the time, appear and disappear throughout the year. As one of the leading UK watch websites we have been around for years.
- Is their website secure? Some websites still do not take the necessary steps to ensure your card details are processed securely.
- Where is the stock coming from? At Watch Shop UK, every order is shipped direct from the UK. We know of several competitors who ship grey import watches from abroad, direct to customers. By buying from the UK, you can be assured that you are getting the UK version of the watch with no nasty surprises.

Buying a brand name designer watch online should be a straight forward process - just be sure to avoid the above issues when ordering. All watches from Watch Shop UK are 100% genuine and include the box, instructions, tags, paperwork and everything else which you would receive if you purchased the watch from a store.

Pocket Watches: Timeless Treasure in Your Pocket

2008-05-26T12:26:00.000+01:00

Pocket watches are practically stepping out of society ever since wrist watches became chic. These carried watches which are placed in the pockets may seem to have been decreasing in the past years, however, it is still said to be a very stylish and elegant piece of jewelry.

Pocket watches are made traditionally as analogue watches. These watches are basically formed with the exquisite likeness that probably only antique collectors would understand. But, even though they have rusted out in the face of modernity, pocket watches still have that kind of kick that a lot of people are always amazed with. These pocket watches, made usually with silver and gold metals are pretty much expensive and old for someone�s taste, but they still have that certain grace that a wrist watch could not provide us.

Actually, the use of pocket watches were highlighted in the 19th century where railroading was at its height. Pocket watches became one of the requirements for any railroad worker so that they could prevent any railroad accident. Well, as a matter of fact, they were preventing train wrecks like what happened in Kipton, Ohio in 1891 to occur and in 1893 silver pocket watches were used.

Nowadays, pocket watches are mainly popular for those who are into antique collecting. For collectors, these pocket carried watches are really precious that they even spend millions of dollars to own one. As a matter of fact, pocket watches are wiped out in any watch manufacturing company, although, pocket watches are still more valuable since they hold a long line of stories and they hold history in their small dials and on the surface of their covers. These pocket watches have survived more than what man can handle and even though there are only a few of them left on the planet, they still strive to survive until the next generation and until their next owners appear.

Tokyo Flash Watches

2008-05-26T12:22:00.000+01:00

Everyone knows that Japanese products are genuine and basically, these products are very much connected to the latest technology since Japan is quite the home of different technologies. Well, it wouldn�t be a shock if they have created the most advanced watch there is and get this, these watches are even stylish that it would suit whatever your approach to life is.

With Tokyo Flash watches, Japan has proved once more that they could make a lot of things possible. With their watches, they have confirmed that fashion and technology could be created all at once and that they could be in one singular form that no one could have thought of. Tokyo Flash uses the combination of colors and the latest technology to tell the time that would be easier to read, though a bit complex if you would not take time to browse into the manual.

The company has released watches like the:
- Kyokusen, which means �curved lines� if you would translate it. The watch uses digital tube technology that tells the time even when you are in the darkest of places. This design of theirs is technically one of the most popular and one of the most impressive works of Tokyo Flash.
- Q version which is the fusion of the robotics technology and the organic feeling you could have in a watch. It is kind of the Kyokusen though it has a bit more surprise than the latter.

Tokyo Flash really breached time and technology to make a fantastic watch that everyone could be proud of having and not to mention, you would get a dose of what�s hot and what�s not in science and technology.

Diesel Watches

2008-05-21T13:41:00.001+01:00

We stock a large range of Diesel watches. Diesel are a leading fashion label with watches for both ladies and gents. The range of Diesels include both classical analogue styles as well as modern watches including those featuring LCD displays. Diesel watches.

Marc Ecko Watches

2008-05-20T17:01:00.002+01:00

We now stock a large range of Marc Ecko watches. Marc Ecko is a leading fashion designer, known for his urban designs aimed towards the hip hop market. We stock most current designs of Marc Ecko, including The Knockdown, The General, Two Timer and The Deca. For more information, please visit our Marc Ecko Watches section.

Watch - general information about watches

2008-05-12T23:04:00.000+01:00

Watches are almost a part of every human beings accessory these days. They are available in many shapes and sizes that suit the tastes and style of the individual. Watches are made separately for men and for women. Nowadays kids watches are also in trend with digital watches in the foray.

To understand the evolution of watches we should understand how it evolved. The first evidence of watches was the sundial of Egypt and Mesopotamia. Later evolved the portable watches in Italy around 1524 B.C. The reason for this late development of timepieces was due to the fact that these watches were driven by weight. These watches had only one hand and had to be wound at least twice in a day. Even then the time was inaccurate in these timepieces.

The next step in watch history was the use of the balance spring in the timepieces. These timepieces showed accurate time to the precision of fraction of a minute. Hence their popularity increased. In these watches the second hand was added and they had to be wound only once in a day not once in twelve hours as was earlier.

With the passage of time the watches became more and more precise and the advancement of technology lead to improvement in the watches. The watches then began to be considered as jewels and not an ordinary piece of machine used for seeing time. America first started the trend of producing watch in masses by the 1850s. With the advent of the 20th century the watches began to be mass-produced in Europe and U.K.

Nowadays there are many types of watches in the market to choose from right from stainless steel watches, digital watches, jewel watches, sports watches and many more. There are different styles for men and women.

Men�s Watches
The collection of men is sports watches, leather band watches and dress watches. There are various shapes of the dial to suit each individual taste and the straps also coming in various colors to suit different tastes.

Jewellery watches for men are also available like Cyma watches and the Swiss watches which are known for its elegance and d�cor. These watches cannot be surpassed in their style and charisma. The making of these watches also undergo rigorous processes to make them the best in the world.

Women�s Watches
Women are attracted by the designs and style of the watch. Hence women�s watches come in various exotic shapes and colors. The jewellery watches for women have elegance and charm makes one long to own a watch.

Kid�s Watches
Kids have become fashion conscious in the 21st century and watches for them should have a special appeal. Kids watches come in various shapes. The most popular ones in the market are those with digital dial and come in cartoon shapes.

Watch manufacturers have over time understood the importance of watches and their necessity has only increased. With the jet age and global trends watches showing the times of 5 to 7 countries are available in the market. Such watches are useful for the global travelers who are always on the move.

Calibration of chronograph watches

2008-05-08T11:35:00.003+01:00

Quite often at Watch Shop UK, customers return watches to us claiming that the chronograph on their watch no longer resets correctly. i.e. the dials no not go back to zero when the time is reset.

This is, in almost every case, just a simple matter of calibrating the chronograph. Very rarely is this a case of the watch being faulty.

Instructions on calibrating the chronograph should be included in your watch instruction manual, however general instructions of setting the chronograph in your watch are:

Pull the crown out fully, then keep pressing the top bottom to adjust the top dial until it reaches zero, and then the same with the bottom button to adjust the bottom dial. On some chronograph watches, you may need to pull the winder out just one click to adjust a specific dial.

Following these instructions, you should be able to set your chronograph watch to the correct "zero point".

People often accidentally "uncalibrate" their chronograph by pressing buttons when the winder is out, or after a battery change the watch often needs zeroing.

To see a large range of watches, please visit our main retail site: Watch Shop

Designer Watches for Women

2008-04-18T21:14:00.001+01:00

Let�s face it, there are times when fashion matters. To accommodate this many women include designer clothing in their wardrobe. Where the problem comes in, is when you�re accessorizing that ultra-modern look, or adding extra flair to that plainer fashion. Luckily there are many designer watches to help with this need.

When it comes to women�s watches, some of the biggest names in fashion have joined forces with watchmakers to manufacture the latest lines of ultra-fashionable watches. For the fashion conscious woman designer timepieces can be had from the likes of Donna Karen, Guess, and even CK.

Let�s take a brief look at a couple lines of designer watches for women.

DKNY Ladies Watches

One of the most well rounded lines of women's fashion watches, that we carry, is the DKNY watch line. Donna Karen has watches ranging from the chic, to fancy timepieces. When you choose DKNY, you know you are getting a quality watch. Commitment to use the highest quality materials has always been one of Donna Karen�s strong points.

Women's Calvin Klein Watches

For that discerning woman who requires the latest in fashion there are women�s watches from Calvin Klein. The CK line up includes watches with that, sought after, ultra-modern look. Many of them also have an elegant look. These particular watches are manufactured by an experienced Swiss watchmaker, so you know you�re getting a quality timepiece.

Guess Watches for Women

What better way to compliment your fashion statement than with a watch from Guess. As a company Guess re-defined the entire fashion industry, and their design styles are still going strong. We carry the whole line of watches for women, from Guess.

Seksy Watches for Women

Touted to be the best selling line of fashion watches in the UK, Seksy is another name to remember. Their design styles include a good range of women�s watches, and with the backing of a company like Sekonda, you know that you are getting a quality timepiece.

Other Ladies Designer Watches: Fossil, Diesel, Miss Sixty, and Hot Diamonds

If you can�t find what you�re after with the first few brands we mentioned, all is not lost. When you add in designer watches from Fossil, Diesel, Miss Sixty, and Hot Diamonds you have an even bigger selection. With all the choices their truly is a designer watch for every woman, to whom, fashion matters.

Citizen � 78 Years of Innovation

2008-04-16T09:03:00.000+01:00

When it comes to watches, there are many companies out there that boast impressive histories. Some of those companies can even say they changed the way things were done in the industry. One of those companies is a Japanese watchmaker. Citizen watches can boast more innovations in the past 78 years than any other company out there.

Citizen got its start in 1918, when the Shokosha Watch Research Institute was founded. Their original intent was to create a watch company that was close to the hearts or people everywhere. To fit with that goal, 12 years later (in 1930) the company was renamed, the Citizen Watch Company. Since that time Citizen has become a global company, and with some of their technical innovations they have met their original intent.

In the company�s infancy, they led much technological advancement in Japan. Through the 1940s and 50s the Citizen Watch Company created many firsts in the Japanese market. Some of these include: the first calendar watch, the first wrist watch with alarm �Citizen Alarm�, the first water resistant watch �Parawater�. Those innovations, and the success that came with them, led the company to global expansion. In 1949 the Citizen Trading Co. was established.

The company�s research and development never stopped with their expansion. As a the world�s largest watch manufacturer (a title they have held since 1986), Citizen has designed the worlds slimmest LCD watch, created the first watch with voice recognition, and they were the first to design a dive watch with a depth sensor.

In the past 78 years the times have changed, the people have, but one thing hasn�t. Citizen is still a company close to the hearts of people everywhere. Today you will find the Citizen line up includes technologies like Eco-Drive.

This new technology is the most advanced light power system on the market today. If you�re in the market for a new watch, it may be worth your time to look at a company that has led the advancement of the watch industry. A Citizen Eco-Drive watch is one of the world�s best!

Designer Watches for Gents

2008-04-16T08:54:00.001+01:00

When you think of the gentleman�s watch, you may get an image of a high end watch from a Swiss watchmaker. Of course, for many gents that may be the watch of choice. On the other hand, for the rest of us, something more is required. We want a gent�s watch that makes a statement; a watch that says something about who we are.

To accommodate those men, we carry many designer watches for gents. There is no better way to complement your look than with a watch from a big name in the fashion industry.

Here are just some of the gents fashion watches you will find in our store:

Calvin Klein Gents Watches

One big name in the fashion industry is Calvin Klein. The CK brand is a global brand that is known around the world. For the gents, to whom fashion matters, we carry the whole line of CK watches. There line up includes everything from your basic look, to watches that really make a statement.

The best thing about the CK line of gent�s watches is that they are made by a Swiss manufacturer. When Calvin Klein decided to make a start in the world of fashion accessories, they wanted those accessories to match the quality of their clothing.

Diesel Watches for Gents

The Italian design company, Diesel, is another big one in the fashion world. For the gent who really likes to make a statement, the Diesel collection may be a good place to look. Diesel is a company that founded its business on going against the grain, and that same philosophy can be seen in every Diesel watch.

Fossil Watches for Gents

Fossil is an American design company that got their start in watches. Their original idea was to bring style to the watch industry. Today their product line includes more than just watches, but that same push towards something new can be seen in each and every Fossil Watch. Their collection of gent�s watches includes some truly off-the-wall designs that really say something about who you are.

The Gents Watch from Guess

Of course an article on designer watches would not be complete without mentioning Guess. As a company Guess is a global leader in fashion design. What started with as one designers dream to bring fashion to the common people, has turned into the largest design company in the world.

The line of Guess watches is no different that their clothing; each one is stylish, high quality, and also quite affordable.

Casio �A History of Invention

2008-04-08T12:33:00.001+01:00

We often talk about innovation and history on our site. Usually this history pertains to watches. Today I want to look at a company with a slightly different history. This company does have a tradition of innovation, and today they manufacturer some of the most advanced watches on the market. They didn�t always make watches, however. Casio Electronics got its start with calculators, and since their first model they have a proven history of invention.

Casio was founded in 1946 by Kashio Todao. The company, originally called Kashio Seisakujo, started manufacturing a ring mounted cigarette holder at about this time. With the success of his first invention, Todao, and his brothers, decided to design an electronic calculator in 1949.

With eight years of design and hard work the brothers finally marketed their first electronic product in 1957. The Casio 14-A was a truly innovative calculator design for its time. It was the first calculator to use a 10 digit keypad, and it was the first to use only one screen to display numbers. More than that, the 14-A was the world�s first all-electric calculator.

This first product took Casio to success in Japan. Throughout the next ten years, further innovations led them to become a global company. In 1964 the company developed Japan�s first desktop calculator. By 1967 they had expanded to US, Canadian, and European markets with the world�s first programmable desktop calculator. Casio�s product development didn�t stop there. In 1972 they released both the first scientific calculator, and the first personal (hand held) model.

In 1974 Casio decided to diversify their product line to maximize profits, and the Casiotron Electronic wrist watch was born. From that date forward, the list of world firsts grows.

� 1976 � Casio Released the first combination clock-calculator
� 1978 � The Casio Mini was the first card-sized calculator
� 1981 � The first electronic dictionary was released
� 1983 � The first shock resistant watch and the first digital diary

This list could go on and on. Since their initial expansion into watches Casio has expanded into many other products areas (and so has their list of inventions). They have become a global leader in electronic innovations.

With over 50 years in Business, it is enough to say that Casio, is one company founded with inventiveness. That foundation has continued right through to today.

At Watch Shop, we stock almost the entire range of Casio watches.

Citizen Eco-Drive � Technology That Works

2008-04-08T11:44:00.001+01:00

When it comes to technology things always seem to go wrong: The battery on your latest new gadget dies at the most inconvenient time, and of course you never seem to have the right size battery to replace them. As much as technology eases life it today�s world, it can also hinder it when we come to rely on that new gadget. For wrist watches, at least, there is an answer.

What if you could have a watch that didn�t need a battery? What if we also told you that the same watch could charge itself to run for years in complete darkness?

With Eco-Drive, from Citizen, you can. Eco-Drive is the most advancement power management system available in a watch today. It allows you to simply place your new watch on your wrist, set it, and let it run. There is no need to worry about battery life, or about your watch quitting at an inconvenient time.

How Eco-Drive Works

Eco-Drive watches charge themselves when they are under light. Unlike traditional solar cells, it doesn�t have to be natural light. Even under a standard incandescent bulb your Eco-Drive watch will charge itself. When you wear your Eco-Drive, and it is exposed to a light source, that light is absorbed through the dial and the face. An advanced solar cell below converts that light energy to run the watch. Excess energy is used to charge a special cell that keeps your watch running when light isn�t available.

Many Eco-Drive watches include a power save function. This function activates when the watch is in the dark. When in power saving mode the time will be kept, but other features shut down to conserve energy. An Eco-Drive watch with this function can keep the time for up to 4 years without ever being exposed to light.

This new technology from Citizen is now included on most wrist watch models from Citizen Watches. For those of us who prefer, the set it and forget it model, an Eco-Drive from Citizen is a great choice.

New Sekonda Watches

2008-04-05T09:04:00.003+01:00

We have added a new selection of Sekonda watches to our range, including a selection for both men and ladies. The range includes gold plated and stainless steel watches, in various different designs. The price range for Sekonda is usually �40 - �80 - and includes both quartz and automatics.

Also from Sekonda, as always, we continue to stock the entire Seksy watch range as well as Sekonda ONE.

Rotary Rocks - new models for 2008

2008-04-03T22:09:00.003+01:00

For those who love Rotary watches: new for 2008, Rotary have produced several new models in their Rotary Rocks range. This includes models such as RLS00019/40 on an orange leather strap. Similar models are available with different straps, and also a bracelet model. As well as these, another style is available including the Rotary Rocks gold bracelet model.

Rotary Rocks is an affordable range of watches, all set with genuine diamonds. Every watch in this range comes with a beautiful light green and ribboned presentation box, a diamond certificate and a 2 year Rotary guarantee.