Relic watches are the brainchild of the famous Fossil Group. They have been making timepieces that offer a balance of quality and value since 1984. When other watchmakers were still producing classic designs, Fossil opted to listen to current fashion tastes and create modern timepieces that quickly became highly sought after. 

Fossil watches do a good job at appealing to wider audiences and can be found on the wrist of collectors and casual watch enthusiasts alike. Relic watches also have an enviable position in the market of looking more expensive than they are. 

Relic Watches History

It seems that trends and money make Fossil tick, and in the favorable economic times of the 1980s that meant many households had disposable incomes. Thus creating a booming interest in luxury watches.

Things didn’t work as expected straight away, though. Fossil Watches were initially priced too high, causing potential buyers to opt for more affordable options. To counter this, the Fossil Group chose to create the Relic brand to reach a broader market. The designs were similar to their early timepieces but created with cheaper materials to sell them at more affordable prices. Even to the untrained eye of a novice watch-lover, the similarities are easy to spot.

Overall, Fossil and Relic are similar to the likes of Rolex and its sister company Tudor. One has a higher quality of components that increases the price. Still, they both enjoy a reputation for making quality timepieces. 

Relic Watches Overview

Design

Similar to that of Fossil, Relic watches boast a modern look and are designed in the US. The watches can range from sporty to sophisticated with a number of different styles and watch faces to suit every need.

The Garrett Quartz Stainless Steel Sport Watch, for example, has three sub-dials that allow the wearer to track the 24 hour time and the calendar date.