Philip Watch - Master - No reserve price - 602849 - Men - 1980-1989

Philip Watch Caribbean Master – Swiss Quartz Movement – Champagne Dial – French Day-Date Display – Two-Tone Stainless Steel Bracelet

An elegant vintage Philip Watch Caribbean Master wristwatch, combining classic Swiss watchmaking heritage with the distinctive two-tone styling of the 1980s. Presented in a 34 mm stainless steel case with a gold-tone fluted bezel, this timepiece features a refined champagne dial, applied gold-tone hour markers and matching slender hands.
One of the watch's most distinctive features is its French-language day display positioned at 12 o'clock, complemented by a date window at 3 o'clock with a magnifying lens.

The dial carries the historic Philip Watch Caribbean emblem, together with the Master Quartz designation, highlighting its connection to one of the brand's best-known watch collections. The original two-tone stainless steel bracelet completes its elegant vintage appearance, combining silver-tone outer links with gold-tone central links.
A charming Swiss vintage timepiece with a distinctive design, suitable for collectors of Philip Watch and classic European wristwatches.

Technical Details
Brand: Philip Watch
Collection: Caribbean
Model: Master Quartz Day-Date
Gender: Men's
Case material: Stainless steel with gold-tone fluted bezel
Case diameter: 34 mm
Glass: Acrylic crystal
Dial: Champagne dial with applied gold-tone indexes
Movement: Swiss quartz movement
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, day, date
Day display: At 12 o'clock, French language
Date display: At 3 o'clock, with magnifying lens
Case back: Stainless steel, screw-down type
Case back number: 602849
Bracelet: Original two-tone stainless steel bracelet with gold-tone central links
Wrist size: Approx. 21–22 cm
Water resistance: Not tested for water resistance
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B

Condition Report
This Philip Watch Caribbean Master is presented in Grade B condition, showing signs of previous use and natural ageing. The stainless steel case displays surface scratches, small marks and wear consistent with its vintage character. The gold-tone fluted bezel retains its distinctive decorative appearance, with signs of normal use.

The champagne dial is well preserved overall, with minor signs of ageing and light marks visible under close inspection. The applied hour markers, gold-tone hands and printed inscriptions remain clearly legible. The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use, including minor surface marks. The original two-tone bracelet displays noticeable wear to the gold-tone finish, particularly on the central links, where areas of the underlying metal are visible. Surface scratches and marks are also present on the stainless steel components.

The stainless steel case back shows scratches and signs of handling, while the engraved Philip Watch Caribbean emblem and identification number remain visible. Water resistance has not been tested and is not guaranteed.
Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and illustrate the actual condition of the watch.

Story & Heritage
Philip Watch is a historic Swiss watchmaking brand with origins dating back to 1858, when its founder, Philip Kook, began developing timepieces for the Italian market. The brand established a distinctive identity by combining Swiss mechanical and technical expertise with Italian elegance and design sensibility. Throughout the twentieth century, Philip Watch became particularly recognized for producing reliable, stylish wristwatches that balanced traditional watchmaking craftsmanship with contemporary European fashion.

One of the brand's most recognizable collections is the Caribbean, a line associated with robust construction, distinctive styling and the evolution of water-resistant wristwatch design. The Caribbean collection became an important part of Philip Watch's identity, representing the brand's ability to combine practical watchmaking with an elegant and recognizable aesthetic.

This Caribbean Master Quartz reflects the design language of the late twentieth century, when two-tone metal bracelets, fluted bezels and champagne dials became popular expressions of sophisticated everyday watchmaking.
The combination of a gold-tone fluted bezel and matching central bracelet links gives the watch a classic appearance reminiscent of the elegant European wristwatch designs of the period.

The French-language day display at 12 o'clock adds a distinctive international character, while the magnified date window at 3 o'clock enhances both functionality and visual identity.
The Swiss quartz movement reflects an important chapter in horological history, when electronic precision transformed the watch industry and allowed traditional manufacturers to create reliable, practical timepieces for everyday use. With its champagne dial, original two-tone bracelet and distinctive day-date configuration, this Philip Watch Caribbean Master captures the charm of vintage Swiss watchmaking.
A collectible vintage wristwatch for enthusiasts of Philip Watch, classic two-tone designs and Swiss quartz timepieces.
Internal Reference Number - ITM 1014