MANILA, Philippines - From the shores of the Great Ocean Road in Australia and Huntington Beach in California, all things Quiksilver and Roxy are imagined under the sun and born for the waters. As the spring/summer 2012 lines of both brands encapsulate the wide expanse of surf culture right around your wrists, each timepiece is made to fit perfectly as you ride the crest of waves, sprawl by the beach or just wish to carry a whiff of the oceans wherever you are.
Best picks include pieces with polycarbonate and metallic components; bold colors; and features that include digital electro-luminescent night dial, dual alarm functions, calendar, and chronograph.
Quiksilver’s Admiral evokes a military wristwatch feel that features Japanese analog movement and a stainless steel case; these pieces come with a one-year warranty and are water-resistant up to 100 meters.
The Speedway fuses multiple functions such as a chronograph lap operation, an hourly chime, built-in calendar, and temperature accuracy for days spent in and out of the water. The Octane features an alarm function with buzzer signal output, a second time zone option, all in handsome case. Pulse has built-in with electro-luminescent light, perfect for undersea adventures.
A modern analog watch that comes in a multitude of fun new colors, Roxy Jam and Roxy Jam S are wrist candies perfect for those seeking for ways to flaunt their quirky personality while keeping track of time. Featuring a stainless steel case and a polycarbonate case, these babies come with a one-year warranty and are water resistant up to 100 feet.