The Boxing Day sales are one of the most eagerly anticipated shopping events all over the world. People flock through the doors of their favourite shops every year in the hopes of finding some great post-Christmas bargains. Some people may argue that Boxing Day is not a day for shopping and that instead people should be relaxing and spending time with family. However, there are several reasons why buying a watch on boxing day can be a great choice. If you are thinking about purchasing a timepiece, keep reading for our top 3 reasons to buy a watch on boxing day.
Top 3 Reasons to Buy a Watch on Boxing Day
1. There are always great bargains.
The Boxing Day sale has been a core element of Christmas for many people for decades. In the UK, it has been around for much longer than the now iconic Black Friday sales. Many people anticipate these sales as a way to spend any vouchers or cash they have been gifted for Christmas, only the day before. Many brands significantly reduce their prices for the Boxing Day sales. This means that the average person can afford very high quality and luxury items. This makes the sales very appealing to many people. Watches are a great example of this, as many luxury timepieces are highly priced, meaning that they are out of many peoples price range. Boxing Day is a great opportunity for people to get their hands on watches that they may otherwise be unable to afford.
2. Treating yourself.
Christmas is the season of giving, so why not treat yourself to a watch this year? If you have been lusting after a specific timepiece all year, the festive season is the perfect time to treat yourself to it. After having spent months searching for the perfect gift for your loved ones, you deserve a watch that will make you feel elegant and special. This is especially the case if your loved ones didn’t quite catch on to your hints this year and you didn’t find your dream timepiece under the tree. Find the perfect watch for a bargain in the Boxing Day sales.
3. Give yourself something to look forward to.
The post-Christmas blues can be real and the best way to combat them is to buy yourself something in the Boxing Day sale. Purchasing a watch in the Boxing Day sale will give you something to look forward to in the days after Christmas, preventing a fall into the post-Christmas slump. Also, a shiny new timepiece will make you feel confident and elegant to stroll into the new year. This will make the return to work and the office feel a little bit easier. A new watch is always exciting, but having one just in time for the new year is even better.
5 Boxing Day Sale Watch Recommendations
Garmin Fenix 6X Pro Sapphire | Black DLC Brown Leather Strap and Black Rubber Strap 010-02157-14
After Christmas, many people set themselves a new year’s resolution to improve their overall health and fitness. A great way to aid this is to invest in an activity tracking smartwatch. Garmin is famed for its iconic Fenix range. These watches use a multitude of sensors to track various statistics to inform the wearer of their workout performance and daily activity. Unique features such as Dynamic PacePro helps the wearer to run smarter over different types of terrain. The watch can be used for skiing, running, cycling, golf, walking, swimming, and various other forms of activity.
The watch is also equipped with some essential smartwatch features including music storage, smartphone compatibility and up to 21 days of battery life. This model features a bold, black diamond like coating on a stainless steel case. The display is protected by sapphire crystal for added resilience. This model is finished with a chestnut coloured leather strap and also comes with a black rubber strap to ensure that the watch can be worn for any occasion.
Olivia Burton Ramadan Celestial Black and Rose Gold Watch and Earrings Giftset OB16GSET40
This stunning Olivia Burton set would make a beautiful addition to any accessory collection. The set is comprised of a matching watch and earrings set that are sure to become staples in everyday styling. The watch features a black dial that is adorned with a celestial design in shades of rose gold, white and silver. A rose gold plated case frames the dial and houses the reliable quartz movement that powers the watch. The watch is secured on the wrist using a classic black leather strap that fastens using a pin buckle. The earrings are designed to perfectly match the timepiece, although they can be worn together or separately. They are a rose gold colour and exhibit a swirl huggie design. The earrings are set with sparkling crystals to complete the celestial inspired look.
Tissot Powermatic 80 Black Dial Watch T0864071120102
The Tissot Powermatic 80 is powered by the brand’s iconic automatic movement of the same name. This movement provides the watch with an impressive 80 hour power reserve. This timepiece features a black dial that is decorated with silver baton indices, silver hour, minute and second hands and a date aperture. A stainless steel case frames the dial and a matching stainless steel bracelet secures the watch on the wrist. Automatic movements are highly coveted by many watch collectors, especially ones with a power reserve as high as this. Therefore, this timepiece would be a great choice for anyone searching for a Boxing Day bargain.
RADO Men’s | Centrix | GMT | Automatic | Ceramic | Gold PVD R30163162
High-tech ceramic is a very desirable and high quality material used in watchmaking. For these reasons, it often comes with a high cost. However, when found in a Boxing Day sale, RADO’s famous high-tech ceramic is a must have. This model uses the material on both the case and bracelet. The watch exhibits a bold and elegant black and yellow gold colour palette. The dial of the watch is black in colour and features gold indices, hands and a date aperture. The dial is frames by a yellow gold bezel and surrounded by the black ceramic case. The watch is finished with a black ceramic bracelet that features yellow gold detailing. This timepiece is powered by a precise automatic movement and is water resistant up to 5 bar.
Citizen Men’s | Eco-Drive | Stainless Steel & Gold IP Blue Dial Watch BL5514-53L
This Citizen watch features a blue chronograph dial with three sub dials and a date aperture. A black bezel frames the dial and a stainless steel case surrounds it. The case measures 44mm in diameter and houses an eco-drive movement. Citizen’s Eco-Drive technology has become famous in the horological industry as it allows the watch to use light to power the timepiece. The watch features a perpetual calendar and an alarm to ensure that the wearer is always on time. This timepiece is finished using a stainless steel bracelet that is detailed with gold ion plated elements. The bracelet fastens using a folding clasp with push button release to ensure that it is secure on the wrist. Additionally, this watch is water resistant up to 100 metres.
Will you be searching for a watch in the Boxing Day sales? Do you have your eye on a particular timepiece? Let us know in the comments!
