NIXIE WATCH Weekends around here are always a bit slow so I thought I'd showcase something a bit different. Some of you may have crossed paths with this watch on slow 'browsing' days. I first came across this last year and thought I'd go back for a second look today. The Nixie Watch is unlike any other wristwatch you've ever seen. It uses Nixie tubes to display the time and is powered by a standard CR2 camera battery. All this is encased in a custom made anodised aluminium case. Want to know how Nixie tubes work? Click here for the details. To display the time, in 12 or 24 hour mode, just tilt the watch towards you and it will glow into action.
This is not a watch for introverted people. It is 55mm in diameter. If you are going to attempt to wear this watch in public then puff out your chest, stand up tall and show it off with confidence. Act any other way and people may just think your a nut or that you have a bomb strapped to your wrist. I certainly wouldn't recommend walking through customs with one of these on. You don't need the hassle.
That is a double award winner: the most fugly, and the zero chance of finding an evening date whilst wearing it award.
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