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Looking to Gift a Watch? Here Are 5 Reasons to Check Nixon First
California brand Nixon makes some great watches, and they’re especially good as gifts
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Watches are a better gift than they’ve ever been. Why? Because they’re less necessary than they’ve ever been. The best gift is something your loved one wants but doesn’t need enough to buy for themselves. No one needs a wristwatch anymore, but most of us want one because they’re cool, collectible, and more convenient than pulling out your phone.
At a Glance: The Best Watch Gifts from Nixon
- Best Seller: Time Teller
- For Him: Sentry Leather
- For Her: Frankie
- Unique Gift: Custom Watch
- For the Collector: Supremacy
One of our favorite watch brands — especially for gifting — is Nixon. The California watchmaker has become a fixture in the industry with fresh takes on timeless looks. Nixon’s minimal, modern style works well with a variety of personal looks, meaning there’s a high chance any gifted Nixon watch will actually end up on your giftee’s wrist day after day. Plus, they’re relatively affordable.
The Best Watch Gifts from Nixon
If you’re looking to gift a watch this holiday season, read on. Below, we’ve selected the best Nixon watches for different loved ones on your list, including everyone from the rock fan to the collector.
Best Seller
Time Teller
$150
The Time Teller is Nixon’s best-selling silhouette, and it’s easy to see why. It’s simple, sophisticated, and comes in a huge variety of color combinations. It’s also engravable for added gifting special-ness.
For Him
Sentry Leather
$250
Another best-seller from Nixon is the Sentry Leather, which we especially love for almost any guy on your list. It’s substantial but not bulky at 42 millimeters, and comes in a wide variety of colors.
For Her
Frankie
$200
Want to give her a luxury watch but can’t spend thousands? Check out Nixon’s Frankie. It features a sleek, elegant design that looks way more expensive than its $200 price tag.
Unique Gift
Custom Watch
Most Nixon models come in a huge variety of colors, but you can make a Nixon gift even more special by customizing your own. You get to choose the case, dial, and hands color, as well as the material and color of the band.
For the Collector
Supremacy
$1,680
If you’re shopping for a serious watch enthusiast, consider treating them to Nixon’s high-end Supremacy watch. It has the same aesthetics we love from Nixon, but every component has been upgraded. Two standout features are a Swiss automatic movement, complete with a sweeping second hand, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal face.
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