A Pin Clock to Take You Back to the 80s

It's nothing new that really cool gadgets do not come in cheap; and if we're talking about cool gadgets bringing back a past era, things might be even more expensive. Such is the case with a very neat clock that revives (or at least tries to) the decorative and playful spirit of the 80s by dragging pin-art in the spotlight again. The Pin Clock has no lights and that could be a setback, because you'll not be able to see it in poor lighting conditions, let alone in the dark.

 

Nevertheless, this does not diminish at all the cool factor; we'd rather say that this clock has been designed for use in daylight, as a nifty addition to your home or – even better – office décor.

 

The Pin Clock is somehow a first from what could be called the "second wave" and we might get to see more pin-themed gadgets. Its shape resembles very much that of a pill, but with an appearance that is easy to integrate in most settings. No less than 3,000 pins have been used in this clock so you'll get a pretty good "resolution" in this time-keeping matrix.

 

Adding some small LED lights at the end of the "active" pins could have been a groundbreaking customization feature as the Pin Clock would have also been suitable for your bedroom. And if that was an option too expensive, maybe some LEDs could illuminate the clear plastic screen in front of the pins so you could get a glimpse at the time displayed. With the absence of lights, this clock is bound to be a daylight one.

 

You need two D-size batteries to work the Pin Clock and the retailer claims that they will last you for around one year. The weight of the batteries will add more stability to this plastic clock and thus give it a more authentic feeling. You can get it for around $60, and that's not the lowest price for a clock you can't see at night.

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