# Heavy-Duty Metallic Timepieces The Oakley Elite Full Metal Jacket Brings Badass to Fashion By Matt Ho | Published 2011-07-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-elite-full-metal-jacket References: [acquiremag](http://www.acquiremag.com/style/watches/oakley-elite-full-metal-jacket.php) & [ca.oakley](http://ca.oakley.com/) It turns out that [Oakley](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket) can do a lot more than just produce [sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-meta-vanguard), which is a fact made evident in the Oakley Elite Full Metal Jacket watch. The first thought that comes to mind when you look at the Oakley Elite Full Metal Jacket is that it's badass. With a [solid metallic look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-gsteel-modern-industrial-series), it's got a slick, sturdy aesthetic that's the epitome of cool. The timepiece is made from impact-forged titanium and the interior features a "Valjoux 7750 25-jewel automatic movement that powers the day/date, time, and chronograph functions of the watch," according to Acquire Mag. You can even remove the case and insert it into a pocket watch if you're going for a vintage/modern gentlemanly look. The watch is a part of Oakley's Elite line, which features many high-end luxurious timepieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Badass Timepieces:** There is a growing trend for heavy-duty metallic timepieces like the Oakley Elite Full Metal Jacket, which appeals to those seeking a rugged and stylish watch. - **Impact-forged Titanium:** The use of impact-forged titanium in watchmaking is a trend that offers durability and a sleek aesthetic, creating opportunities for innovative designs in the industry. - **Luxurious High-end Timepieces:** The Oakley Elite line showcases a trend towards luxurious high-end timepieces, presenting an opportunity for businesses to cater to consumers seeking premium and fashionable watches. ### Who This Affects Most - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry can explore disruptive innovation by incorporating impact-forged titanium and creating heavy-duty and stylish timepieces to meet the demand for rugged luxury watches. - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of badass timepieces by partnering with brands like Oakley to create unique, edgy, and stylish watch designs. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can tap into the trend of luxurious high-end timepieces by producing exclusive and premium watch collections that target affluent consumers looking for statement pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [90s-Inspired Metallic Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket.md) - [Durable Luxury Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-luxury-watches-the-new-full-metal-gshock-models-are-rugged-but-eleg.md) - [Y2K-Era Titanium Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-xmetal-juliet.md) - [Modern Titanium Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantaris-ti.md) - [Timeless Metallic Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fine-metallic-series.md) - [Intelligent Athletic Eyewear Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-meta-vanguard.md) - [Full-Metal Analog Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fullmetal-analog-watch.md) - [Futuristic Eyewear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-eyewear1.md) - [Pristine Titanium Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-2.md)