Timex - Day-Date - No reserve price - Men - 1970-1979

Timex Day-Date – Gold-Tone Dial – Mechanical Movement – 1970-1979 A classic vintage Timex Day-Date wristwatch from the 1970s, featuring a warm gold-tone aesthetic and the practical combination of day and date displays. The watch features an attractive gold/champagne dial with applied baton hour markers, matching hands and a central seconds hand. At 3 o’clock, a prominent double calendar window displays both the day of the week and date, giving the watch a practical character typical of the period. The softly rounded cushion-style case and warm monochromatic dial reflect the distinctive design language of 1970s wristwatches. The dial is signed Timex and Water Resistant. Technical Details Brand: Timex Model: Day-Date Type: Men’s wristwatch Case material: Gold plated – base metal bezel Case dimensions: Approx. 34 x 37 mm Case back: Stainless steel back Glass: Acrylic crystal Dial: Gold/champagne dial with applied indexes Movement: Mechanical, manual winding Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, day, date Strap: Generic black leather strap, approx. 21–22 cm Water resistance: Not tested for water Box: Generic box included Condition: Grade B Condition Report This Timex Day-Date is in Grade B condition, showing signs of age and use consistent with its vintage character. The gold plated case presents scratches, marks and areas of plating wear,. The stainless steel case back shows scratches and surface marks from previous use. The gold/champagne dial is well preserved overall, with light age-related marks and patina visible under close inspection. The applied indexes, hands and day-date display remain clearly legible. The acrylic crystal presents a visible scratch around the 11 o’clock position, together with other light signs of normal use. The watch has not been tested for water resistance; therefore, water resistance is not guaranteed. Please study all photos carefully, as they are part of the description and show the actual condition of the item. Story & Heritage Timex has a long history in American watchmaking, becoming particularly famous during the second half of the 20th century for producing practical, dependable and accessible mechanical watches. During the 1960s and 1970s, Timex watches became everyday companions for millions of owners. Rather than focusing exclusively on luxury, the company built its reputation around robust construction, functional design and mechanical watches intended for regular daily use. This Day-Date model captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, with its cushion-shaped case, warm gold-tone dial and integrated calendar display. The combination of day and date was a particularly practical complication at a time when wristwatches were an essential everyday information tool. Today, vintage mechanical Timex watches offer an appealing connection to an era of straightforward, functional watchmaking, while their distinctive period designs have developed a character of their own. A charming vintage piece for collectors of mechanical Timex watches and enthusiasts of authentic 1970s design. Internal Reference Number - FLO-136

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