Timex Brand

The Timex Watch Company

Timex Group B.V. is one of the best-known American watch companies. Timex's U.S. headquarters are located in Middlebury Connecticut and it has substantial operations in China, the Philippines and India and full scale sales companies in Canada, the UK, France and Mexico.

The company began in 1854 as Waterbury Clock in Connecticut's Naugatuck Valley, known during the nineteenth century as the "Switzerland of America." Sister company Waterbury Watch manufactured the first inexpensive mechanical pocket watch in 1880. During World War I, Waterbury began making wristwatches, which had only just become popular, and in 1933 it made history by creating the first Mickey Mouse clock under license from Walt Disney, with Mickey's hands pointing the time.

During World War II, Waterbury renamed itself U.S. Time Company. In 1950 the company introduced a wristwatch called the Timex. Over the next three decades, Timex was sold through a series of advertisements which emphasized its durability by putting the watch through "torture tests," such as falling over the Grand Coulee Dam or being strapped to the propeller of an outboard motor, with the slogan "It takes a licking and keeps on ticking." With the help of former Olympic broadcaster, spokesman John Cameron Swayze, sales took off. The company later became Timex Corporation, then Timex Group and, to date, has sold over one billion watches.

The company has remained very competitive and the Timex brand continues its dominance through present day. Its primary market remains the United States and Canada, although the Timex brand is sold worldwide due to its ability to capitalize on its strong brand image and reputation for quality.

One of the most successful and important features available on many Timex watches is the Indiglo backlight system. Indiglo is a brand name of Indiglo Corporation, solely owned by Timex for licensing purposes. Timex electroluminescent lamps, branded Indiglo, were introduced in 1992 in the Ironman watch line. They were an immediate success. The Indiglo® lamp uniformly lights the surface of the Timex’s watch dials in a manner that makes the dial read very easily in many different light settings. In some newer watches the Indiglo backlight only lights up the numbers, rather than the entire LCD display, which is achieved by means of a specialized film that inverts the LCD transmissivity.

Today, Timex Group products are manufactured in the Far East and in Switzerland often based on technology that continues to be developed in the United States and in Germany. With a large and varied line of watches, Timex has the style for everyone. From the locker room to the board room, there is a great Timex style time-piece for you.

Timex Warranty Information

The Basic Coverage:

This TIMEX Watch (but not any battery, crystal, band, or strap) is warranted to the owner for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of purchase against defects in manufacture by Timex Corporation - not by the dealer from whom the watch was purchased.

What Timex Will Do:

If this watch develops such a defect within the one year period, it will be repaired (i.e. a new or thoroughly reconditioned and inspected module will be installed or replaced and a watch of equal value and similar appearance will be supplied) at our option, provided it is returned with a $7.00 check or money order to cover costs of postage, handling, and service, and you provide proof of purchase and date of purchase.

This Limited Warranty Does Not Cover:

# Timex will not repair defects relating to servicing not performed by Timex Corporation.

# Timex will not provide any warranty service if your watch shows evidence that it has been tampered with, misused, abused, or altered; for example: moisture damage sufficient to affect the proper function of the watch; damage to the case; or visible cracking of the crystal.

# Timex reserves the right to charge you for a replacement battery, if the battery in your watch is depleted. No additional charge will be made unless the one year warranty has expired or servicing is necessary for reasons beyond our control, in which case a moderate charge will be made.

# TIMEX IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, special, or consequential, damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.

Your Rights Under Implied Warranties and State Law:

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES. TIMEX LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY WARRANTY IMPLIED BY STATE LAW, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTIBILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Care of Your Watch:

# Avoid exposing your watch to water, steam, or other forms of moisture, if it is non-water-resistant.

# If the lens becomes damaged, have it replaced at once to avoid damage to the module.

# When your battery is depleted, have it replaced promptly. The particular type of battery is indicated on your caseback.

Service of Your Watch:

If your TIMEX watch should ever need servicing, either send it to Timex addressed as follows:

HOTLINE WATCH SERVICE

P.O. Box 2740 Little Rock, AR 72203

Because of possible loss, we recommend insuring your watch, return receipt requested, when using the mails. If you do not obtain the proper receipt within a reasonable time, start a tracer through the originating post office.

NEVER INCLUDE A SPECIAL WATCHBAND OR ANY OTHER ARTICLE OF PERSONAL VALUE IN YOUR SHIPMENT. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE MAY SUBSTITUTE A WATCH OF EQUAL VALUE AND SIMILAR APPEARANCE FOR YOURS ON BOTH IN-WARRANTY AND OUT-OF-WARRANTY REPAIRS.

For your convenience in obtaining factory service, participating Timex retailers will be pleased to provide you with a postage-paid, pre-addressed Watch Repair Mailer.

TIMEX is a trademark and a service mark of Timex Corporation. REG. U.S. PAT. & TM. OFF.

Product Description

This Timex Watch (but not any battery, crystal, band, or strap) is warranted to the owner for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of purchase against defects in manufacture by Timex Corporation. Timex will not repair defects relating to servicing not performed by Timex Corporation. This limited warranty applies to US Customers.

Timex T Series Chronograph Collection


Timex T Series Chronograph


Product Specifications

Watch Information

  • Brand Name: Timex
  • Part Number: Timex Classic T2M551
  • Dial window material type: Mineral
  • Clasp: Buckle
  • Case material: Stainless Steel
  • Case diameter: 42.7 millimeters
  • Case Thickness: 12.6 millimeters
  • Band material: Leather
  • Band length: mens-long
  • Dial color: Black
  • Bezel material: Fixed Stainless Steel
  • Special Features: INDIGLO Night-Light with Night-Mode, Chronograph Measures to 1/20th Second, Date Feature, Stainless Steel Case, Genuine Leather Strap, Tachymeter Measures Speed
  • item-weight: 10.56 Ounces
  • Movement: Analog
  • Water resistant depth: 100 Meters
  • Warranty Type: Contact seller of record
  • Warranty Description: One-Year Warranty


Product Features

  • Water-Resistant to 100 meters
  • Mineral Glass Crystal
  • Brushed and Polished Finish
  • Battery Type: CR2016
  • Battery Life: 4.5 years
  • Water Resistant to 100 m
  • Case Width: 42 mm
  • Case Height: 12 mm
  • Lug Width: 20 mm
  • Case: Round Brushed and Polished Stainless Steel
  • Dial: Black with Partial Arabic Numerals
  • Crystal/ Lens Material: Mineral Glass
  • Attachment: Red Leather Strap with Buckle
  • UPC: 753048270507
  • 1 Year Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)


Product Description

The Timex T Series Collection draws on the Company's 155 year heritage, focusing on stylish simplicity and contemporary details. These beautifully designed stainless steel timepieces are engraved on the case back with "1854" - the year Waterbury Clock Company was founded.

Product Details




Timex T Series Chronograph T2M7056K Men Watch


Product Specifications

Watch Information

  • Brand Name: Timex
  • Part Number: T2M7056K
  • Band material: Leather
  • Band length: mens-long
  • Dial color: Cream
  • Special Features: INDIGLO Night-Light with Night-Mode, Chronograph Measures to 1/20th Second, Date Feature, Stainless Steel Case, Genuine Leather Strap, Water-Resistant to 100 meters
  • Movement: Analog
  • Warranty Type: Seller
  • Warranty Description: One Year Warranty


Product Features

  • Mineral Glass Crystal
  • Brushed and Polished Finish
  • Luminescent Hands
  • Battery Type: CR2016
  • Battery Life: 4.5 years
  • Water Resistant to 100 m
  • Case Width: 42 mm
  • Case Height: 13 mm
  • Lug Width: 20 mm
  • Case: Round Brushed and Polished Stainless Steel
  • Top Ring: Two-Tone Stainless Steel
  • Dial: Cream with Partial Arabic Numerals
  • Crystal/ Lens Material: Mineral Glass
  • Attachment: Brown Pattern Stamped Leather Strap with Buckle
  • UPC: 753048301775
  • 1 Year Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)


Product Description

The Timex T Series Collection draws on the Company's 155 year heritage, focusing on stylish simplicity and contemporary details. These beautifully designed stainless steel timepieces are engraved on the case back with "1854" - the year Waterbury Clock Company was founded.

Product Details




Timex Men's T Series Chronograph watch


Product Specifications

Watch Information

  • Brand Name: Timex
  • Part Number: Timex Classic T2M704
  • Case diameter: 42 millimeters
  • Case Thickness: 13 millimeters
  • Band length: mens-long
  • Band width: 19.6 millimeters
  • Dial color: Polished silver-tone stainless steel case, Brushe
  • item-weight: 10.56 Ounces
  • Water resistant depth: 100 Meters
  • Warranty Type: Contact seller of record


Product Description

Casual watch, Quartz movement, Chronograph, Indigo® night-light, Polished silver-tone hands with luminous accents, Luminous numbers and dot markers, White numbers and indices on concave dial and sub-dials, Analog date display, Polished/brushed silver-tone stainless steel unidirectional bezel with black engraved numbers and dot markers, Polished silver-tone stainless steel case, textured screw down crown and selector buttons, Brushed silver-tone stainless steel caseback, 100 meters/330 feet water resistant

Product Details




Timex T-Series Chronograph Mens Watch T2M706

Product Specifications

Watch Information

  • Brand Name: Timex
  • Part Number: Timex Classic T2M706
  • Dial window material type: Mineral
  • Case material: Stainless Steel
  • Case diameter: 42 millimeters
  • Case Thickness: 13 millimeters
  • Band length: mens-long
  • Band width: 19.6 millimeters
  • Dial color: White
  • Bezel material: Fixed Stainless steel
  • Movement: Quartz
  • Water resistant depth: 100 Meters
  • Warranty Type: Contact seller of record


Product Description

Stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet with black rubber center. Fixed stainless steel bezel. White dial with silver-tone hands and Arabic numeral hour markers. Minute markers around the outer rin. GMT scale. Night Light. Date display at the 4 o'clock position. Chronograph - three sub-dials displaying: 60 seconds, 30 minutes and 1/10th of a second. Quartz movement. Scratch resistant mineral crystal. Case diameter: 44 mm. Case thickness: 16 mm. Deployment clasp. Water resistant at 100 meters / 330 feet. Timex T-Series Mens Watch T2M706.

Product Details






Timex T-Series Chronograph Mens Watch T2M707


Product Specifications

Watch Information

  • Brand Name: Timex
  • Model number: T2M707
  • Part Number: T2M707
  • Dial window material type: Mineral
  • Case material: Stainless Steel
  • Case diameter: 42 millimeters
  • Case Thickness: 15 millimeters
  • Band length: mens-long
  • Band width: 19.6 millimeters
  • Dial color: White
  • item-weight: 10.56 Ounces
  • Movement: Quartz
  • Water resistant depth: 100 Meters
  • Warranty Type: Contact seller of record


Product Description

44mm Stainless Steel Case. Stainless Steel with Black Rubber Strap. White Dial. Mineral Crystal. Deployment Clasp. Quartz Movement. Water Resistant At 100 Meters (330 Feet). Additional Features: Chronograph, Date Display At 4 O'Clock, Night Light.

Product Details

About Timex

Company Timeline

1850s-1870s : Waterbury Clock made timekeeping affordable for working class Americans. Its inexpensive yet reliable shelf and mantel clocks, with cases designed to imitate expensive imported models, contained simple, mass-produced stamped brass movements. Waterbury Clock's products grew out of a long tradition of innovative clockmaking that developed in Connecticut's Naugatuck Valley, known during the nineteenth century as the "Switzerland of America."

1880s : Waterbury Watch, a sister company, manufactured the first inexpensive mechanical pocket watch in 1880 and quickly sold more than any other firm in the world. The "Waterbury," known for its extraordinarily long, nine-foot mainspring, was assembled by a predominantly female workforce whose dexterous fingers were prized for the close and exacting work. Waterbury pocket watches sold throughout North America and Europe, and could be found in Africa, where they were presented as gifts to native chieftains, and as far away as Japan.

1900s : By the turn of the twentieth century, the watch industry's first and most successful mass marketer, Robert H. Ingersoll, worked with Waterbury Clock to distribute the company's "Yankee" pocket watch, the first to cost just one dollar. Twenty years later, with nearly forty million sold, the "Yankee" became the world's largest seller and "the watch that made the dollar famous." Everyone carried the Yankee: from Mark Twain to miners, from farmers to factory workers, from office clerks to sales clerks.

1917 : During World War I, the U.S. Army required Waterbury Clock to re-tool the Yankee pocket watch into a convenient new "wristwatch" for soldiers; after the war, returning veterans continued to wear the handy timepiece, and civilians took them up in huge numbers during the 1920s.

1930s : The popularity of a brand new cartoon character led Waterbury Clock to produce the very first Mickey Mouse clocks and watches in 1933, under an exclusive license from Walt Disney. Despite the deep shadow cast by the Great Depression, within just a few years, parents bought two million Mickey Mouse watches for their children. Originally priced at $1.50, these same watches are collector's items that today command higher and higher prices.

1940s : During World War II, the newly renamed U.S. Time Company completely converted its factories to wartime manufacturing. Over the course of the war, it turned an eighty-four year tradition of reliable mechanical timekeeping to the record-breaking production of more high-quality mechanically-timed artillery and anti-aircraft fuses than any other Allied source.

1950s : U.S. Time's wartime expertise in research and development and advanced mass production techniques led to the creation of the world's first inexpensive yet utterly reliable mechanical watch movement. The new wristwatch, called the Timex, debuted in 1950. Print advertisements featured the new watch strapped to Mickey Mantle's bat, frozen in an ice cube tray, spun for seven days in a vacuum cleaner, taped to a giant lobster's claw, or wrapped around a turtle in a tank. Despite these and other extensive live torture tests, the Timex kept ticking. When John Cameron Swayze, the most authoritative newsman of his time, began extolling the Timex watch in live "torture test" commercials of the late 1950s, sales took off. Taped to the propeller of an outboard motor, tumbling over the Grand Coulee Dam, or held fist first by a diver leaping eighty-seven feet from the Acapulco cliffs, the plucky watch that "takes a licking and keeps on ticking®" quickly caught the American imagination. Viewers by the thousands wrote in with their suggestions for future torture tests, like the Air Force sergeant who offered to crash a plane while wearing a Timex. By the end of the 1950s, one out of every three watches bought in the U.S. was a Timex.

1960s : The Timex brand name became a household word during the 1960s. Having completely conquered the low-priced market, the company upgraded and diversified its product line. It introduced the "Cavatina," its first women's brand in 1959 and with it, a revolutionary merchandising concept: the watch as an impulse item. For the price of one expensive watch, women could buy several Timex watches to match different occasions or ensembles. Technological advances allowed the company to offer a wide range of products, including the first low-priced electric watches for men and women, as well as several other, inexpensive jeweled models. Still another improved watch movement, introduced in 1961, served as the cornerstone for an extraordinary array of men's wristwatches.

1970s : By the mid-1970s, the renamed Timex Corporation had sold more than 500 million of these mechanical movements. At this time, every other watch bought in the U.S. was a Timex, and the brand retailed in two hundred and fifty thousand different outlets. None of these manufacturing, sales, and distribution records has ever been duplicated by another watch manufacturer.

1980s : Alone among all domestic watchmakers, only Timex survived the brutal 1970s watch industry shakeout caused by new digital watch technology and fierce price competition from the Far East. Having gradually phased out mechanical watch production in favor of digital watches, in 1986 Timex introduced its "Ironman Triathlon®," jointly devised by serious athletes and industrial designers. Within a year, the "Ironman Triathlon®" became America's best-selling watch and, diversifying into a full line for men and women, became the world's largest selling sports watch, a distinction it has held throughout the 1990s.

1990s and Beyond : In the 1990s, a nearly 150 year-old Timex vigorously pursues its long tradition of technological innovation and market leadership. The company introduced the industry's first electroluminescent watch face in 1992, when the blue-green Indiglo® night light appeared on some of its digital and analog watches. Today, more than 75 percent of all Timex watches are equipped with the Indiglo night light®. The All-Day Indiglo® display, using a hologram-like material, provides greater contrast between digital numbers and the display background. In 1994, Timex introduced the Data Link® watch, a sophisticated wrist instrument that carries scheduling, phone numbers, and other personal information, having collaborated with Microsoft to create the necessary software to communicate the data from computer to watch. In 1998, Timex pioneered its i-Control™ turn n pull analog alarm watch and, in a joint venture with Motorola, a new wrist pager called Beepwear®.

Timex embraces the new millenium with high brand confidence and a strong global workforce. Annual surveys consistently rank Timex as number one out of fifty fashion brands in jewelry and accessories and the third most popular of all women's accessory brands. Seventy-five hundred employees are located on four continents: in Middlebury (next door to Waterbury), Connecticut; Little Rock, Arkansas; Manaus, Brazil; Besancon, France; Pforzheim, Germany; Cebu, the Philippines; People's Republic of China; Jerusalem, Israel; and Delhi, India.



It's about TIME for family fun.

Timex invites you to take a series of fascinating journeys through time. Trace the history of our company from the 1850s to the very latest in today's technology. And that's not all. A Time Tunnel leads you to an exhibit based on the work of Thor Heyerdahl, looking at possible contacts between ancient civilizations. Americans don't have to travel the world to discover archaeological mysteries. Find out about the mound cultures of North America.

Learning is fun in the resource center, which provides interactive computers and books. Visit the Timexpo Museum Store before you leave! We carry a wide assortment of Timex® watches. Plus, you will find a nice selection of Guess®, Nautica® and Ecko® watches for all of your gift or personal needs. And, we have a unique collection of souvenirs, such as miniature clocks and collectibles… even a book on the history of Timex from the 1850’s to the present!

Visit the Timexpo website.

175 Union Street
Brass Mill Commons Mall
Waterbury, CT 06706
Visible from the highway: I84 exit 22
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