C'mon Target - Let's See Some Cool Watches!

As a Target shopper, I've been pretty disappointed with their watch selection lately.  The watch selection seems to be shrinking and they have few premium watches.  With the exception of some nice Timex watches and some decent low end Casio watches, they just don't have much on display. 

It's a little disheartening because I've gotten some really nice watches at Target over the years.  For example, my Merona Tanker-style Watch looks great!

It's a definite contrast with the watch department over at Walmart.  They seem to be offering a wider selection of watches and higher quality watches!

Watches at Goodwill

I always check the watch counter when we do the circuit of thrift stores in our area.  However, I find very few watches for men on display.  It seems like there are plenty of colorful watches for women and children.  But, men's watches are rare.  If I do see one, it generally has a scratched up crystal and a corroded band.  It's too bad.  Goodwill and Salvation Army are great causes.  So, if you are going through your watch box and getting rid of some of your extras, consider donating to charity.

Watches can almost always tell the time, but when you donate them to charity, they can change the future for someone in your community.

Children's Watches on display at Goodwill

Of course, the online auction site for Goodwill might be a different story.  Last time I looked, I saw a nice Citizen and a broken antique Elgin for sale!  You can look for similar watch deals here -

Shopgoodwill.com

Rolex Blow Out at T.J. Maxx!

As many of you may know, there are "run way" T.J. Maxx location in selected upscale communities around the country.  Sometimes you can find some great deals.  Tonight I was flabbergasted by this amazing deal:  Rolex Submariners for $250!

Rolex Submariners at T.J. Maxx!!!

Like many watch collectors, I've always wanted a Rolex.  I appreciate the fine craftsmanship and the amazing waterproof qualities of these dive watches.   It's nice to not have to write "diver-style" watch!

Unfortunately, I owe on my taxes and I didn't have $250 to buy one of these babies!  They are still there!

Of course, it is April 1st.  So, you have to act fast because I'm sure they won't last long!

By the way, before you jump in the car, it is April Fool's Day!

APRIL FOOLS!

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 But, for us mere mortals, there will always be Invicta!

[For the official record, the preceding article was an April Fools Joke and there were never $250 Rolex at TJ Maxx.  But it is fun to dream about Rolex watches.]

Florida May Have Lost, But This Watch is a Winner!

My Gators lost to Michigan today in the NCAA Basketball Tournament.  They Gators were just plain beat in their Elite 8 showdown with Michigan.  But, the tournament was a great excuse to wear my GameTime Agent watch.

You can get Gametime watches for most of the big time sports schools and many professional sports team.  Of course, these look the best because of the logo!





Game Time also makes Georgia Bulldog watches.  But, they may be difficult for actual UGA graduates to use.  They aren't digital!

A Striking Armitron in Black

I've been looking at this striking black Armitron for the past couple of years.  It looks like a very practical watch.  I really like the angled numerals on the face. However, the shiny silver numbers look just a little cheap to me.  The watch always catches my eye.  I stop. I check it out.  I hem and I haw and then I pass on it.  Typically, this Armitron sells for $60 at Walmart.  Now, it's marked clearance and it's a great deal.  However, I remained strong ...and poor.  Some day, this watch will find a home with someone else.  It is a very cool watch!

Armitron watch designers have been on a bit of a roll.  This Stainless Steel Black Ion is a fantastic looking watch.

Nice Military Timex Spotted at Walmart

Timex has been bringing their A-game to my local Walmart.  I recently saw one of their premium military-inspired Expedition watches on display.  The price is competitive for this model as well.

A cool looking Timex Expedition

It's a little more rugged looking than my current Timex Expedition Military Field watch.  In black, it has tactical mall ninja written all over it.  They also have this style of Timex field watch for a reasonable price.  It's nice to see something interesting behind the watch counter again!

A Tale of Two Casio Lines - G Shock and Illuminator

I visited another Walmart to check out watches.  They have Casio G Shock models priced from $46.92 to $89.92.  They are generally basic black models that emphasize rugged functionality over more colorful style.  I almost think the G Shock watch might be tougher than my flesh and bone wrist.

If the G Shock is too expensive and you do want colorful flair, regular Casio Illuminator Digital Watches can be had at some Walmarts in a variety of colors.  Walmart has them for only $18.88.

This World Time Illuminator is often seen in stores for about $24, but Kohl's had it online for only $19.96.  As you progress through timezones, the areas affected are darkened on the world map at the 9 o'clock position.  I think this has to be one of the coolest inexpensive digital watches on the planet.  It's a lot of watch for less than $20.

For an even cheaper watch deal, check out this bargain basement Casio!