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

Timex Day-Date – Vintage Mechanical Watch – Champagne Sunburst Dial – Applied Hour Markers – Chrome-Plated Case – Black Leather Strap

An elegant vintage Timex Day-Date wristwatch, featuring a classic chrome-plated case, a champagne sunburst dial and a distinctive horizontal day-date display positioned at 3 o'clock.
With its balanced proportions and refined design, this timepiece captures the characteristic style of the 1970s, an era when practical mechanical watches combined reliable everyday functionality with attractive and recognizable aesthetics.
The champagne dial features a beautiful sunburst finish that reflects light from different angles, creating subtle variations in tone. Applied rectangular hour markers with textured central details give the watch a distinctive appearance, complemented by polished hands and a central seconds hand.

One of the watch's most attractive features is the framed day-date display at 3 o'clock, with separate windows for the abbreviated day of the week and numerical date.
The 35 mm chrome-plated case, together with the black leather strap, creates a timeless combination suitable for everyday wear and vintage watch collections.
A charming example of traditional Timex mechanical watchmaking, combining classic design, functionality and authentic vintage character.

Technical Details
Brand: Timex
Model: Day-Date
Gender: Men's
Case material: Chrome-plated metal
Case diameter: 35 mm
Case back: Stainless steel
Glass: Acrylic crystal
Dial: Champagne sunburst dial with applied textured hour markers
Movement: Mechanical, manual winding
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, day, date
Day display: At 3 o'clock, English abbreviations
Date display: At 3 o'clock
Water resistance: Not tested for water resistance
Strap: Genuine black leather strap
Wrist size: Approx. 19–20 cm
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B

Condition Report
This Timex Day-Date is presented in Grade B condition, showing signs of age and use consistent with its vintage character. The chrome-plated case displays surface scratches, small marks and areas of wear.
The champagne sunburst dial is well preserved overall, with minor signs of ageing and small surface marks visible under close inspection. The applied textured hour markers remain intact and retain their attractive appearance.
The polished hands and central seconds hand show light signs of ageing, while the framed day-date display remains clearly legible. The acrylic crystal displays signs of normal use, including minor surface scratches and marks.

The stainless steel case back shows surface scratches and handling marks. The engraved inscriptions “Stainless Steel Back” and “Base Metal Bezel” remain visible.
The black leather strap is in good overall visual condition, with minor signs of use. 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
Timex is one of the most recognizable names in affordable and reliable watchmaking, with roots tracing back to the establishment of the Waterbury Clock Company in Connecticut, United States, in 1854. Throughout its history, the company played an important role in making timekeeping accessible to a wider audience, combining practical engineering, efficient manufacturing and durable watch designs.
During the twentieth century, Timex became internationally known for producing dependable wristwatches that offered exceptional everyday practicality.

The brand's famous advertising slogan, “Takes a licking and keeps on ticking,” became an enduring symbol of its commitment to durability and reliability. In the 1960s and 1970s, Timex mechanical watches were widely appreciated for their straightforward construction, accessible pricing and functional designs.

This vintage Day-Date reflects that philosophy, combining a traditional mechanical movement with the convenience of displaying both the day of the week and the date.
The champagne sunburst dial, textured applied indexes and chrome-plated case reflect the design trends of the 1970s, when metallic finishes and decorative dial details became increasingly popular.

The horizontal day-date configuration at 3 o'clock gives the watch a distinctive character, balancing visual elegance with practical functionality. Unlike modern electronic timepieces, a traditional mechanical Timex offers a tangible connection to an era when watches were designed as reliable everyday companions.
With its classic proportions, elegant champagne dial and practical day-date complication, this Timex represents an attractive example of vintage American watchmaking heritage.
A charming collectible wristwatch for enthusiasts of Timex, vintage mechanical watches and classic 1970s design.
Internal Reference Number - ITM 1015