I’ve been a LEGO fan my whole life. At some point last year, I recalled seeing a LEGO watch being advertised. So I searched for it on Amazon and found these. I thought they were the coolest thing ever. Each link can separate from the watch. Colorful, relatively cheap and incredibly unique. So I ordered this one:
So far, it’s been one of the best conversation starters I’ve over owned. Just look at it, all playful and bright. I realize it’s quite a step forward from your run-of-the-mill metal or leather casual watches. I prefer it to the bright Casio G-Shocks you see people like Justin Bieber wearing because it’s much cheaper. And, again, unique.
Wearing it can be a challenge. The plastic colors are typically brighter than cotton, so it’s a little difficult to match. I think it works best with somber clothes – if you’re wearing mostly whites, browns and blacks, then a colorful LEGO watch provides much-needed contrast and a spark of color.
Eventually, the clip broke. I attribute it to the fact that I was always taking it off when I was bored. Thus, I had all the pieces, but I couldn’t use it as a watch.
So…since all LEGO pieces are universal, why not order another LEGO watch? I wanted to get a little more variety with my watch colors, so I opted for a kid’s size. I realized that the face would be a little small, but I would still be able to fit it around my (relatively) skinny wrist. Moreover, the kids selection offers a greater color palette, including gold, white, and black, like the C-3PO watch I ordered:
Not only did this solve the problem of the broken clip, since I could switch the new one to whichever watch I was wearing, but I now had black and white pieces to mix with. (However, I do regret buying the kids watch…There are adult sizes that have black and white.)
So…In the nine month period that I owned the first watch, the battery died twice. The first time, I figured it was a fluke and replaced it. The second time, I decided to call LEGO. (Why didn’t I call them when the clip broke escapes me.)
The result? LEGO sent me a new watch two days ago! It’s nearly identical to the first one. They didn’t ask many questions, I simply told them what happened, they found a spare and shipped it to me. I have many more color possibilities now, plus a new watch. This occasion makes me want to buy more LEGO watches. I’ve got my eye on this one.
Part 2 will showcase my awesome color combinations.
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