1975 Timex Mercury Daydate Mechanical Watch Ref. 16860 02775
1975 Timex Mercury Daydate Mechanical Watch Ref. 16860 02775
Reference Number: 16860 02775
Manufactured Date: 1975
This vintage Timex, marked with reference number 16860 02775, features a richly textured brown dial with a captivating stripe pattern and contrasting red hands, adding a bold flair to its refined appearance. With a day-date complication at 3 o'clock and an intricate blend of design elements, it captures the adventurous spirit of mid-century watchmaking.
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Sizing
Sizing
Case: 35mm
Dial: 30mm
Lug-to-Lug: 40mm
Thickness: 12.5mm
Strap: 17.2cm
Strap Style: Faux-Leather Pin Buckle
Timekeeping
Timekeeping
Watch Type: Mechanical
Watch Movement: 71
Watch Complications:
- Day Window
- Date Window
Movement Caliber: Mechanical
Watch Lume: None
Watch Night Light: None
Color & Finishing
Color & Finishing
Case: Gold
Dial: Bronze
Strap: Dark Brown
Research & Restoration
Research & Restoration
Caseback Style: Snapback
Restoration Thoughts / Notes:
- Intricate Textured Dial: The dial showcases a unique striped texture, creating a striking visual contrast that plays beautifully with light, making each glance at the time feel like a new discovery.
- Bold Red Hands: The choice of vibrant red for the hour, minute, and seconds hands adds a daring splash of color, offering a lively counterpoint to the otherwise subdued tones of the dial and case.
- Day-Date Feature with Vintage Charm: The day-date window at 3 o'clock adds functionality, while the squared-off design of the window aligns perfectly with the rectangular indices, reflecting the balanced design language of the era.
Original Catalogue Description: "16801 - Day-date, bronze dial, yellow bezel, brown strap, sweep. /71/"
Original Wholesale Price (1975): $10.62
Original Retail Price (1975): $15.95
