Ricoh - World Timer Automatic – Men’s Vintage Wristwatch - No Reserve Price - Men - 1970-1979

Ricoh – World Timer Automatic – Men’s Vintage Wristwatch

Reference: 61215A - Automatic – 21 Jewels

This listing presents a striking Ricoh World Timer Automatic, a model appreciated for its distinctive multi-time-zone functionality and bold, military-inspired aesthetic. The watch features a world-time rotating bezel and a 24-hour inner ring, allowing the wearer to track multiple global time zones simultaneously—an iconic tool-watch capability from the golden era of functional mechanical watches.

The watch in this listing has been fitted with an aftermarket case, dial, bezel insert, and bracelet, while the movement remains original Ricoh Automatic 21 jewels. The result is a visually impressive and mechanically reliable vintage piece, ideal for enthusiasts who appreciate the world-timer aesthetic at an accessible price level.

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Condition Report

Based on detailed visual inspection of the provided photos:
• Dial: Aftermarket black dial in excellent condition, featuring applied indices and military-style luminous plots. Print quality is clean and crisp. Minimal age-related wear.
• Hands: Aftermarket hands in very good condition with bright luminous material.
• Bezel: World-time bezel (aftermarket) rotates smoothly. Text and coloration are vibrant. Minor external wear consistent with vintage use.
• Crystal: Clear overall, may display micro-signs of age.
• Case: Aftermarket polished stainless steel case with sharp lines and a bold tool-watch presence. Minor scratches consistent with vintage age.
• Caseback: Original Ricoh caseback (61215A) in very good condition. Engravings remain sharp.
• Crown: Dual-crown configuration working properly.
• Bracelet: Aftermarket stainless steel bracelet with Ricoh-signed clasp. Visible surface wear from age and use, but structurally sound.
• Movement: Original Ricoh Automatic 21-jewel movement (as seen through caseback when opened). Keeps time well for a vintage watch. Date and day functions operate correctly.

Overall, the watch presents exceptionally well for its age and offers a strong visual presence.

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Technical Details
• Brand: Ricoh
• Model: World Timer Automatic
• Reference: 61215A
• Movement: Original Ricoh Automatic, 21 jewels
• Case Material: Stainless steel (aftermarket)
• Case Size: Approx. 42 mm including crown (please refer to photos with ruler)
• Dial: Black aftermarket dial with 24-hour inner ring
• Bezel: Bidirectional world-time bezel (aftermarket)
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Bracelet: Stainless steel aftermarket bracelet with Ricoh-signed clasp
• Functions:
• Time
• Day & Date
• 24-hour indicator
• World-Time rotating bezel
• Water Resistance: Not tested; no guarantee of water resistance

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Notes
• This watch includes aftermarket case, dial, bezel, and bracelet as stated.
• Performance is good for a vintage watch, but accuracy may not match modern standards.
• Vintage mechanical watches should be handled and used according to vintage watch guidelines.

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Shipping & Customs
• The watch will be shipped securely with FedEx, UPS, or DHL (depending on the destination).
• High-quality packaging photos and videos will be taken prior to dispatch.
• Customs duties, VAT, import taxes, and other government fees are the buyer’s responsibility.