Man watches

Watches Of Switzerland

2008-02-15T12:23:00.000-08:00

Aren t you the lucky one? A trip to Switzerland is in your future and maybe you are wondering how to spend your time. There are so many things to see and do in this country.
Hiking is one of the most exciting things to do in Switzerland. Once the snow melts the Swiss Alps become extremely crowded but you can not imagine the beauty until you have experienced it, crowded or not. If you are looking for something a little less crowded you can always find more isolated areas where you can hike in peace.
There are many regional celebrations in Switzerland. You can check online sites before you travel and find out which celebrations will be in progress during your visit.
Dining in this country is a culinary thrill. German, French and Italian foods are on the menus depending on which region you are in. You can enjoy many diverse foods including cultural choices.
While you won t be able to find many bargains while shopping in Switzerland you will find some really fantastic treasures. Look for clocks, watches and Swiss army knives. The chocolate made in Switzerland is outstanding as are the linens and cottons. You will also find beautiful Swiss decoupage items, music boxes and pottery.

Spectacular skiing is available in Switzerland. The scenery is outstanding and the slopes are literally out-of-this world. It doesn t matter what your skiing ability is, you will be able to find a place to enjoy this sport.
There are spectator sports galore in Switzerland. The sports are traditional and some are quite unusual.
You will not run out of fantastic things to do in Switzerland before you run out of time!

Watches for men

2008-02-15T12:15:00.000-08:00

When it comes to men's accessories, nothing is more underrated to wear than a classy watch. A men's watch is actually more of a piece of fashion than a tool to tell time anymore. The right watch can actually be a reflections of your personality. It is a simple yet quick way of showing a confident and successful image to the world. Almost anybody can own a bunch of inexpensive Timex watches throughout their life but its those expensive ones that last a lifetime in quality and prestige. The idea I'm trying to convey is a watch is one piece of a man's wardrobe that every man needs. Don't even think about wearing a gold chains or even a thumb-rings boy. The idea is to look good while looking normal. With a nice, classy watch, you get what you pay for. Here are some of the important things you need to keep your eyes out for next time you go watch shopping:
A stainless-steel bracelet - If you're looking for a good watch, then you better be sure the bracelet is made from a durable stainless steel. It looks sharper and more expensive than leather, plus its simply more practical. What makes stainless steel so great is it is nice enough to wear to a formal occasion in a suit but yet casual enough for any other outfit. It's dressy enough to be worn with a business suit and casual enough for other occasions. Stainless steel watches are waterproof too.
Face and strap color - Another new trend in watch design is with the dials and straps. Watches, both expensive and cheap, are now being made in bold and exciting colors. Just be careful about buying a colored watch if it is going to be your everyday watch. A bright red watch won't look good to wear to work in your business suit. Instead, save that red watch to wear for outfits that match it. Trendy watches should be your alternative watch choice.
The face - A major no no when it comes to choosing a watch is the size of its face in comparison to your wrist. For a man with a large wrist, a normal sized face ends up looking like he's wearing a small women's watch. He would need to choose one with a larger face to offset his wrist size. The newest trend in watchmaking is huge watch faces. All of the leading actors in Hollywood are now sporting watches with these large faces. You probably should too.
Its water resistance - One of the selling points for a waterproof watch is that you can go swimming with it on. Let's be serious here for a second...Who actually does that and if so how often? Most people take their watches off to go swimming simply cause it is just easier to do. The main reason why people buy waterproof watches is if they get caught in the rain. Be aware that when a watch company says that their products are waterproof, it doesn't mean they are totally safe from moisture. Some resist from splashing, rain, sweat.

Casio Men's Sports Analog Watch (Model MTR-102-7AV)

2008-02-08T10:54:00.000-08:00

Product Features
50M Water Resistant, Date Display
3-Hand Analog , Accuracy: +/-20 seconds per month
Battery SR626SW, Approx. battery life: 3 years
Module 2783
Size of case / total weight: 46.0 x 41.0 x 10.0m / 52g

Product Description

Casio Mens Fishing Sport Watch, the perfect accessory for any fishing trip. The new AMW-702 features a thermometer, a fishing level indicator which displays relative fish activitiy using images of fish with a 10 Year Battery Life, Fishing Timer, Moon Phase Data, 100 meter or 330 feet water resistace, LED light with afterglow, Dual time, 1/100 second stopwatch with Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times, Countdown timer with Input Range: 1 second to 24 hours, Measuring Unit: 1 second or 1 hour and Auto-repeat function, 2 multi-function alarms, 1 multi-function alarm with snooze, Hourly time signal, Auto-calendar pre-programmed until the year 2099, 12/24-hour format, Accuracy: approx 30 seconds per month, Black leather and nylon strap, buckle closure, one year limited manufacturer warranty

Newsweek

2008-02-05T03:57:00.000-08:00

High school rankings seem to be getting a lot of attention these days. Parents and officials are always on the look out for new information about how their child's school is ranked. Rankings can be a nice way to get an idea about a schools performance, but parents should understand that not every ranking system is as good as it may seem.

Newsweek's High School Rankings
One of the most popular rankings comes from Newsweek. Newsweek publishes their high school rankings yearly. They started doing this in 1988 and it has shown to be quite influential.
Newsweek's rankings are based upon the number of AP tests that are given at a school. It is not based upon test scores or any actual academic information whatsoever. The actual formula for the high school rankings is the number of AP tests given at the school divided by the number of graduates for that year. Many people reviewing the Newsweek rankings have no idea that this is the criteria for them and believe that something more complex goes into the ranking results. Since the initial Newsweek high school rankings were released the number of AP tests given at school has doubled.

US News and World Report's Rankings

Another magazine that has started ranking high schools is US News and World Report. This magazine bases its rankings upon test scores. It compares the test results of schools with similar demographics. It also gives some weight to AP test scores. This ranking system is more detailed than that of Newsweek. It actual has some academic basis and may be a better choice for parents to review than Newsweek's rankings. It offers a better view of the school's actual performance and academic achievement.

What Parents Need to Know About High School Rankings
Parents have to understand a couple key factors. First, they have to actually understand the high school rankings system. They should see what criteria were used to rank the schools, so they can understand what the rankings actually mean. Second, parents need to consider multiple ranking systems so they can get the best idea of exactly how their school is really doing compared to other schools. Ranking them is not clear cut. Rankings cannot be relied upon as the sole means of determining a school's performance. Instead they should be a part of how a school's performance is determined by parents. The bottom line is that parent's should get involved in their child's education. They should make the determination on their own if the school is doing an adequate job of teaching their child and not leave that decision up to high school rankings by some random third party.

Omega Men's Constellation Watch

2008-01-29T11:12:00.000-08:00

Watch Information
Brand Name: Omega
Model number: 1212.30.00
Part Number: OM 1212.30
Dial window material type: scratch-resistant-sapphire
Clasp: push-button-folding-clasp
Case material: stainless-steel
Case diameter: 33.50 millimeters
Case Thickness: 8 millimeters
Band material: stainless-steel
Band length: mens-standard
Dial color: white face
Bezel material: stainless-steel
Bezel Function: stationary
Calendar: Date
Movement: analog-quartz

Product Description
Crafted from stainless steel and 18 karat yellow gold, this midsize Constellation series watch from Omega is a handsome luxury timepiece for business, dress, or sport occasions. Goldtone hands and hour markers are featured against a white dial, along with a sweep seconds hand and a date display at the three o'clock hour. Set in a round steel case, the dial is capped with a virtually scratch-proof domed sapphire crystal and framed by a solid gold bezel with engraved Roman numerals. This Omega watch is showcased on a steel bracelet with full gold bars between the links. It boasts precise Swiss quartz movement and is rated water resistant to 100 meters.

The Omega Story
The Omega watch story begins in 1848, when founder Louis Brandt began hand assembling key-wound precision pocket watches from parts supplied by local craftsmen in his principality La Chaux-de-Fonds, in the northwest corner of Switzerland. However, the Omega name didn't appear until 1894, after Louis Brandt had passed away and his watchmaking traditions were taken over by his sons, Louis-Paul and Cesar Brandt. Omega watches have long been associated with glamorous screen and sports stars--the Omega Seamaster is famous for being the watch of choice for James Bond--with current ambassadors including Pierce Brosnan, Nicole Kidman, tennis player Anna Kournikova, and swimmers Michael Phelps and Ian Thorpe.

But Omega is more than just a fashionable watch. In 1965, the Omega Speedmaster chronograph was "flight-qualified by NASA for all manned space missions" as the only wristwatch to have withstood all of the U.S. space agency's severe tests, including passing grades for extreme shocks, vibrations, and temperatures ranging from -18 to +93 degrees Celsius. The greatest moment in the Speedmaster's history was undoubtedly 20 July 1969 at 02:56 GMT, when it recorded man's first steps on the Moon's surface as part of the Apollo 11 mission. Today, Omega is known for its rigorous testing of new movements, cases, and bands. Each new Omega movement is tested on the wrist in existing Omega models, while various laboratory tests are conducted to determine temperature-resistance, shock-resistance and vibration-resistance.

Product Description
Both case and bracelet are made of 18 KT yellow gold and stainless steel. Bracelet has full gold bar between links. The 18KT bezel has engraved Roman numerals. Sapphire crystal. Displays date at 3.

rolex watches

2008-01-21T12:13:00.000-08:00

Rolex is an outstanding company that has been synonymous with excellence and sophistication since its inception in 1908 by Mr. Hans Wilsdorf, a German. In 1908, when watchmakers are putting their own names on the watch dials, Wilsdorf wanted to create a brand name for his fine watches. A short, impressive, easy to pronounce name; Rolex was born.
The Rolex watch is very valuable for many reasons. They are extremely reliable and durable. They are also beautifully made, which is why this brand is a favourite among many watch collectors. As a result, pre-owned Rolex can resale for many thousands of dollars. You can find many of such pieces on sale at most eBay sites , a very popular hangout for watch collectors to buy/sell their ware. But rumour has it that Rolex has intentionally limit the supply of Rolex watches which is also another reason why their prices are always increasing pretty much like how Ferrari controls the product of their cars. Rolexes are often found in pristine condition, years after they were made. Rolex uses a Valjoux movements for its Cosmograph (a watch with stop watch functions), available in three sizes.
However, Rolex do manufacture some of their own movements (electronic and mechanical), including the movement for watches such as the Tudor. Replicas of the Rolex watch are very sought after, as the price is dramatically lower than the real thing. Rolex have long been known for their classy and bold designs, their accurate timekeeping, and their ability to manufacture a watch for every need and taste.
If you are buying a swiss watch, then you would be hard pushed to find one better than the Rolex. Unfortunately, due to its very strict control of its dealers, Rolex are only sold through retail outlets. For second watch watches, Ashford and PrincetonWatches are the only merchants we reviewed that are selling pre-owned watches.

Gucci Gold&Diamonds

2008-01-19T07:26:00.000-08:00

signoria collection. quartz movement. case size 20 mm. crown at 6 o'clock. sapphire crystal. 12 indexes. jewelry clasp. water-resistant to 3 atm (100 feet / 30 meters). swiss made. 2 yr.

warranty.
small version. yellow gold case with 44 diamonds, approx. 0.36 carats. yellow gold horsebit bracelet with tiger's eye dial.

small version. stainless steel case with 22 diamonds and horsebit bracelet with white mother-of-pearl dial. total 0.18 carat.

Movado Meza Womens Watch, Silver face, Stainless Steel

2008-01-13T02:26:00.000-08:00

Product Specifications
Watch Information
Brand Name:
Movado
Part Number:
604834
Dial window material type:
synthetic-sapphire
Clasp:
Push-button-clasps
Case material:
stainless-steel
Case diameter:
27 millimeters
Band material:
stainless-steel
Dial color:
Silver
Bezel material:
stainless-steel
Movement:
swiss-quartz
Water resistant depth:
30 Meters
Warranty Type:
Seller

Avon Cosmetics

2008-01-12T04:01:00.000-08:00

Avon Cosmetics: A Leader In Cosmetics As Well As Corporate Philanthropy

Avon cosmetics are manufactured by the Avon Products, Inc. corporation. Avon produces perfume, cosmetics and even toys with markets in over 135 countries around the world. Avon has annual sales of $7.74 billion around the world. Avon s CEO and company chairman is Andrea Jung, who in 1999 was promoted to the position.
Today, Avon s fastest growing markets are in Russia and China. Though Avon has traditionally been and continues to primarily be a direct-sales company, in places like China most sales happen in retail stores. Door to door selling was banned in China during the 1990s, but this hasn t seemed to slow Avon sales in China.
Avon cosmetics are not just for women, though traditionally women have been the target market for Avon products. There are also Avon products that are geared toward men and their skin care needs. Avon has also been seeing profits from their children s products, including toys and basic toiletries such as shampoo and bubble bath.

More recently, Avon came out with two new brands, M and mark . M is an Avon catalogue and line of products for men. Mark is an Avon line targeted to younger, college aged women (18-25). The Mark product line has been very successful and features a monthly magalog that showcases the latest and most popular Avon cosmetics and other products geared toward younger cosmetics shoppers.
Beyond commercial pursuits, the Avon corporation is also invested in various philanthropic causes that are mostly focused on health and women s empowerment issues. Some of the biggest campaigns launched or participated in by Avon involve breast cancer, domestic violence and global issues.
To find out more about Avon cosmetics, corporation history or philanthropic ventures, take a look ath their official website found at http://avon.com/

Nike Men's Nike Hammer Black Chronograph Watch (C0021-064)

2008-01-05T07:47:00.000-08:00

Product Specifications
Watch Information
Brand Name:
Nike
Model number:
WC0021-064
Part Number:
WC0021064
Dial window material type:
Mineral
Clasp:
Buckle
Case material:
stainless-steel
Band material:
Polyurethane
Band length:
mens-standard
Dial color:
red digital dial
Bezel material:
stainless-steel
Bezel Function:
stationary
Calendar:
day-and-date
Movement:
Quartz
Water resistant depth:
330 Feet
Warranty Type:
Manufacturer

Mission Watch - Men's Stainless Steel

2008-01-04T11:48:00.000-08:00

Product Description
Product DescriptionLife is full of missions. Getting up on a Saturday morning can be a near-impossible mission. When you're wearing the Paul Frank Men's Man On A Mission Watch on your wrist, at least you do know what time it is. The Man On A Mission has one of those bevel-turning dials with numbers on the face. As far as we can tell, this is a rad way to keep track of stuff like how long your laundry has been in the wash, without having fifty buttons and timers on your watch.Product Features
Material: [Housing] stainless steel; [Strap] stainless steel
Chronograph: Yes
Waterproof: No
Backlight: No
Alarms: No
Size:
Weight:
Recommended Use: Casual
Manufacturer Warranty:

Sector Wrist Watches-Sector 600 Series Sport Man's Watch(2653917035)

2008-01-03T04:39:00.000-08:00

Watch Information
Brand Name:
Sector
Model number:
2653917035
Part Number:
SECTOR-NM2653917035-White
Dial window material type:
Sapphire
Clasp:
deployment-buckle
Case material:
stainless-steel
Case diameter:
51 millimeters
Band material:
stainless-steel
Band length:
mens-standard
Dial color:
blue
Bezel material:
stainless-steel
Bezel Function:
Unidirectional
Calendar:
Date
Movement:
Quartz
Water resistant depth:
200 Meters
Warranty Type:
Manufacturer

Product Description
Product DescriptionSwiss quartz movement, Dress Diver watch, 1/10 sec. Chronograph, Add-time and split-time function, Silver-tone luminous hands and markers, Analog date display, Stainless steel unidirectional bezel with black numbers and indexes, Stainless steel crown cover with a screw-down crown, Stainless steel selector buttons (screw-in), case and screw-in caseback, Sapphire crystal lens, Three silver-tone sub-dials have silver-tone hands and black numbers/indexes, 200 meters/660 feet water resistant Case Width in cm 5.1 Band Color Stainless steel bracelet with a push-button deployment clasp Case Color Stainless steel case, Blue textured dial with three sub-dials Face Height in cm 3.

Dolce & Gabbana (DW0119)

2008-01-02T09:06:00.000-08:00

Product Specifications
Watch Information
Brand Name:
Dolce & Gabbana
Part Number:
DW 0119
Dial window material type:
Mineral
Clasp:
deployment-buckle
Case material:
stainless-steel
Case diameter:
40 millimeters
Case Thickness:
11 millimeters
Band material:
stainless-steel
Dial color:
Black
Calendar:
Date
Movement:
Quartz
Water resistant depth:
50 Meters
Warranty Type:
Manufacturer

Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Aqualand Anniversary Watch (JV0030-01E)

2008-01-01T08:57:00.000-08:00

Product Specifications
Watch Information
Brand Name:
Citizen
Model number:
JV0030-01E
Part Number:
JV0030-01E
Dial window material type:
Mineral
Clasp:
Buckle
Case material:
stainless-steel
Case diameter:
48 millimeters
Case Thickness:
16 millimeters
Band material:
urethane
Band length:
mens-standard
Band width:
21 millimeters
Dial color:
black
Bezel material:
stainless-steel
Bezel Function:
unidirectional
Calendar:
day-and-date
Movement:
Citizen Eco-Drive
Water resistant depth:
660 Feet
Warranty Type:
5-yr manufacturer warranty

Product Features
Movement - Eco-Drive 180
Water Resistant - 200Meters(666Feet) Water Resistant
Crystal - Mineral Crystal
Product Description
Amazon.com Product DescriptionCitizen celebrates the 20th anniversary of its professional-quality Aqualand diving watch with this special analog/digital Eco-Drive edition, which features a backlight and dive log memory. It offers water resistance to 200 meters (660 feet), suitable for scuba diving. And it's powered by Citizen's exclusive Eco-Drive technology, which charges the battery from both indoor and outdoor light. This model sports a high-tech look with a sleek asymmetrical case and coded buttons for the ultimate in form and function. It has a wealth of dive measurement functions, including:
Depth display to 300 feet in digital format, with current and maximum displays
Measurement of depth and time of dive
Current and lowest water temperature display
Surface interval measurement
Dive log memory for up to 20 dives Other timing functions include world time in 42 cities, 29 time zones, ability to track time in two different time zones, three alarms, 12/24-hour time display, and three alarms. Other features include a comfortable rubber strap, electro-luminescent backlighting for low-light visibility, screw-back case, screw-down crown, and a scratch resistant mineral crystal with anti-reflective coating.
This watch is powered by Citizen's unique Eco-Drive, which absorbs sunlight and any artificial light through the crystal and dial to recharge the watch continuously. With regular exposure to light, the Eco-Drive continuously recharges itself for a lifetime of use. This watch's Eco-Drive provides a 180-day power reserve, and it can be recharged with just 1.5 hours of exposure to light.
Eco-Drive Frequently Asked QuestionsHow can you tell if the Eco-Drive watch is getting enough light? In normal use, the watch displays the time and the sweep-second hand moves in one second intervals. A very important feature of Eco-Drive is the Low Charge Warning Mode which as a result of low battery voltage, causes the second hand to jump two seconds at a time (while still keeping correct time).
How long will an Eco-Drive watch run after it is fully charged?If your watch is put away where no light is available to it while in a fully charged state, depending on the model, it will run for from 45 days to 5 years.
How can the Eco-Drive watch be recharged?Besides sunlight, it can be safely charged by exposing it to a fluorescent desk lamp, with the dial (face) up and within about 8 inches or an incandescent lamp (regular light bulb) no closer than 20 inches. Never use a halogen lamp since the heat generated by it can cause damage to your watch. The most efficient and the quickest is in direct bright sunlight (not windowsill) and never on the dashboard of a car.
WarrantyIt's backed by Citizen's 5-year warranty (from original date of purchase).
About CitizenOne of the world's largest watch makers, the Citizen Watch Company was founded in 1924 in Japan from its beginnings as the Shokosha Watch Research Institute. The first watch released by the company was named "CITIZEN" and its name was selected so that it would be "close to the hearts of people everywhere." Today, Citizen is recognized as a worldwide leader in advanced timepiece technology, from the world's slimmest LCD watch to the first voice recognition watch to the world's first professional dive watch with an electronic depth sensor. Citizen was also the first to sell watches made with titanium in the world, which is not only light and durable but also non-allergenic (as stainless steel can be to some wearers). Most recently, Citizen has released watches powered by its Eco-Drive, which runs continuously in any kind of natural light or artificial light for a lifetime of use without changing a battery.

The Citizen Watch Brand

The company was established in 1924. The founding fathers selected the name Citizen so it would be "Close to the Hearts of People Everywhere" and soon after adopted the company’s formal name, Citizen Watch Company.

During the last seventy-five years Citizen has expanded its business throughout the world and has achieved recognition as the global brand. The past twenty-five year period has coincided with the company’s dramatic rise to its current position as the world’s largest watchmaker, a distinction Citizen has held every year since 1986.Beyond sheer size, Citizen is also recognized as a worldwide leader in advanced technology. From the world’s slimmest LCD watch to the first voice recognition watch and the world’s first professional dive watch with an electronic depth sensor, Citizen’s record of "world’s firsts" is unmatched.More recently, Citizen has staked out a new position as the leader in Ecologically Friendly timekeeping with its Eco-Drives watches that are light powered. With models ranging from dress models to sports models to professional dive watches, Citizen Eco-Drive runs continuously in any kind of natural or artificial light for a lifetime of use. Fueled by light, it never needs a battery.

Seiko Men's Kinetic Coutura Watch (SNP007)

2007-12-31T04:39:00.000-08:00

Product Specifications
Watch Information
Brand Name:
Seiko
Model number:
SNP007
Part Number:
SNP007
Dial window material type:
sapphire
Clasp:
fold-over-push-buttton-clasp
Case material:
stainless-steel
Band material:
stainless-steel
Band length:
mens-standard
Dial color:
black
Bezel material:
stainless-steel
Calendar:
date-month
Movement:
kinetic
Water resistant depth:
330 Feet
Warranty Type:
Manufacturer

Seiko Men's Coutura Kinetic Watch (SNL036)

2007-12-31T04:24:00.000-08:00

Product Specifications
Watch Information
Brand Name:
Seiko
Model number:
SNL036
Part Number:
SNL036
Dial window material type:
sapphire
Clasp:
push-button-deployment-clasp
Case material:
stainless-steel
Case diameter:
45 millimeters
Case Thickness:
14 millimeters
Band material:
stainless-steel
Band length:
mens
Dial color:
Bronze
Bezel material:
stainless-steel
Bezel Function:
stationary
Calendar:
Date
Movement:
hybrid-quartz-automatic
Water resistant depth:
330 Feet
Warranty Type:
Manufacturer

Seiko Wrist Watches-Seiko Chronograph (Silver SND583)

2007-12-31T04:14:00.000-08:00

Product Specifications
Watch Information
Brand Name:
Seiko
Part Number:
SEIKO-SND583-White
Dial window material type:
Hardlex
Clasp:
fold-over-clasp
Case material:
steel-two-tone
Band material:
steel-two-tone
Band length:
mens-standard
Dial color:
silver
Calendar:
Date
Movement:
Chronograph
Water resistant depth:
50 Meters
Warranty Type:
Manufacturer
Product Description
Product DescriptionMulti display analog chronograph measures split and accumulated elapsed time. chronograph can mesasure up to 12 hours in 1/20 seconds. Curved hardlex crystal. 50M water resistant. Quartz chronograph movement. 3 years battery life. Silver dial with gold tone luminous hands and markers. Two-tone Stainless steel case and bracelet.3-Fold clasp. Screw down caseback. Date display.