Amazing Nixie Tube clocks reviving the old tech nostalgia

There is definitely something about the Nixie tube clocks. Every time, I come across one, I take all my time to admire the stylish and geeky way of displaying the numeric information. The Nixie tube made its debut in 1954 and presently, the Nixies are more appreciated for their cool and contemporary aesthetics. If the idea of having a Nixie clock in your living room or bedroom has always excited you, here we have some of the amazing Nixie tube clocks that will surely impress you.

IN 14 clock

The assembled IN 14 clock serves as a home for the intricate retro display tubes. Without any enclosures, the clock carries a price tag of around $180. The only words that describe this geeky clock at its best are ‘marvelous’ and ‘remarkable’.

Steampunk Nixie clock

For all the nerds, here is the stunning Steampunk clock from UK artist Kev Stenning. Shaped like a submarine, the clock is made from pyrex toughened glass, solid copper and brass machined parts. The geeky clock features six IN-18 tubes and comes to you with an alarm system. The handmade clock is polished with high luster in solid copper and brass that adds to its beauty.

Awesome Nixie tube clock

This pre-assembled Nixie clock is sure to turn your heads, especially if you are amongst those who want to create their own enclosure. Enclosed in a sleek acrylic box, the cool clock adorns the look of your table, as well as your décor.

GPS controlled Nixie clock

The Nixie clock shows the accurate time with the new use of serial GPS receiver. The clock is made using IN-14 tubes from Eastern Europe putting together few clocks, and the outer case is fabricated from acrylic. It also features 12/24 hour, date, programmable daylight savings and programmable on and off times and battery backup among others.

Wooden Nixie clock

The great conversation and day starter, this wooden Nixie clock looks cool. The orange glow tubes keeps you updated of the time in a trendy way. The exquisite wooden clock comes is a set of dramatic surface-mounted Nixie tubes which peek through the front of the warm reddish African Sapele wood case.

Nonentity Nixie clock

The Nonentity Nixie clock is an amazing design that really caught my attention at the first glance. The clock is a celebration of purist elegance, and the combination of different materials makes for a classic impression.

GeekKlok

GeekKlok from Raymond Weisling is a retro style Nixie clock. The GeekKlok comes in kit form and is capable of displaying 50 different character sets including Roman numerals, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and even Klingon.

Baroque Nixie tube clock

Not to miss the list is this Baroque Nixie tube clock. Carrying the vintage look, the clock is encased in baroque antique bronze. The geeky creation comes with the calendar and an alarm that plays four musical memories.

Old School Nixie clock

The clock looks different from any other timepiece that I have come across. Using the controller chip MOS 6502, the clock requires a host of supporting circuitry and logic for it function. Available in kit, the clock seems to pretty interesting addition for your décor.

B&W Nixie Tube Clock

If you are looking for something different clock, then this is just what you are looking for. The Nixie clock from B&W looks visually appealing with the design of the original Nixie clocks with a stainless steel base. The raised glass tubes features digital numbers to display hours, minutes and seconds.

Puhlmann Nixie clock

Designed by Dutch designer Frank Clewits for Puhlmann, the clock is just the right thing for your home. The clock makes use of forward-facing Nixie vacuum tubes to display the time. These tubes poke out of the face of a brushed steel plate to give a stylish look to the clocks.

Sylvia VFD Tube Clock

Designed by Dieter Wächter, the clock basically works on VFD-tubes technology. This clock uses tube types 8843 or 8894 made by Sylvania in the early seventies. A well-balanced proportions and a clear geometry makes up for a coherent yet charming design.

V-600 clock

Last but not the least is the V-600 clock, a creation from Dieter Wächter / Nocrotec. Offered in two versions, the clocks are worth appreciation. The combination of different materials achieves an elegant and classic impression.

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