The Nixon 51-30 Chrono is technically not 100% waterproof. But that doesn't mean it can't be worn in the water! It has a water resistance rating of 300 meters / 30 ATM, meaning it is pressure tested to 300 meters.
Product Features
MOVEMENT
Japanese quartz 6-hand with chronograph, day and date complications; Miyota 0S20
DIAL
Dial is surrounded by concave dial ring and features bold printed Arabic and stick indices, printed seconds track, CD textured subdials and custom molded hands.
CASE
51mm custom solid stainless steel case with a 300 meter / 30 ATM water rating. Includes a unidirectional rotating bezel with countdown timer, hardened mineral crystal, screw down crown and pushers, stainless steel screw down caseback and screw pin lugs.
BAND
25mm custom solid stainless steel 3-link bracelet, with a stainless steel dual locking deployment clasp and micro adjuster.
SPECIAL FEATURE
The crown and pushers are located on the 9 o'clock side of the case instead of 3 o'clock to prevent "wrist bite" during active use. Six-hand chronograph with 24-hour and second timer subdials.
Nixon 51-30 Chrono FAQs
Is the Nixon 51-30 Chrono waterproof, and what is its water resistance rating?
What are the key features and functions of the 51-30 Chrono?
The key features of the 51-30 Chrono include a 51mm custom solid stainless steel case with a 9 o'clock crown and pushers, a unidirectional rotating bezel for an analog countdown timer, and a Miyota Japanese quartz 6-hand chronograph movement with date and timer functions. It also features a hardened mineral crystal, 300 meters of water resistance, and a stainless steel construction making it dive-ready.
What materials are used in the construction of the 51-30 Chrono?
The 51-30 Chrono is constructed from solid stainless steel for the case and band, and features a hardened mineral watch crystal.
Why is the crown located on the 9 o’clock side, and what are the benefits?
The crown on the Nixon 51-30 Chrono is located at the 9 o'clock position to prevent wrist bite when worn on the left hand, providing greater comfort during active use. This design choice allows the watch to be worn without the crown digging into the wrist, which is great if you're getting your hands dirty.
What type of movement does the 51-30 Chrono use, and how do I maintain it?
The 51-30 Chrono uses an updated Miyota OS20 Japanese quartz 6-hand chronograph movement. The main ways to care for it are to replace the battery when the watch stops ticking and to keep it clean!