First off, let’s be real: “cheap” and “Nixon” in the same sentence… kinda rings alarm bells. I mean, Nixon’s aren’t *crazy* expensive, but they ain’t exactly dollar-store territory either. Which leads us to the obvious: fakes.
eBay? Yeah, you *might* find a deal, but you gotta be *super* careful. The first excerpt is literally talking about finding deals on eBay, so it’s kinda sus already. Check the fonts, the details, everything. If the “Nixon” on the bezel looks even slightly off, bail. It’s probably a dud. I’d double check and triple check for legitimacy.
And look, I’m just gonna say it: some people *hate* Nixon. Like, *really* hate them. I saw someone online basically saying a $300 Nixon is garbage compared to a Seiko or Orient for the same price. Harsh, but it’s a perspective. I mean, if you’re looking for a *serious* watch, maybe explore other brands. I used to think Nixon was the coolest. I was wrong.
Amazon’s another tricky one. Sure, you *can* buy Nixon watches there, but are they legit? Maybe. Maybe not. Most dealers aren’t authorized, so you’re probably sacrificing the warranty. Is that worth saving a few bucks? I dunno, up to you. I would just buy directly from the company or an authorized dealer.
Then there’s the whole “is it *really* worth it?” question. You can get a Nixon chrono 51-30 for like, $350-$500, right? That’s a decent chunk of change. If you’re finding one for way less, it’s gotta be a fake. If you end up buying a fake, it’s just money down the drain.
Honestly, my advice? Do your research. Like, *really* do it. Scour forums, read reviews, compare photos of real and fake Nixons. And maybe, just maybe, consider saving up a bit more and getting the real deal, or looking at alternatives. Or, heck, buy a pre-owned Hamilton or Seiko. You might be surprised what you can find.
