1977 Timex Snoopy Kids Character Mechanical Watch Ref. 3901210077
1977 Timex Snoopy Kids Character Mechanical Watch Ref. 3901210077
Reference Number: 3901210077
Manufactured Date: 1977
This 1977 Timex Snoopy Character Watch Ref. 3901210077 captures the playful charm of Charles M. Schulz's beloved Peanuts comic strip. Featuring a vibrant red dial, bold black Arabic numerals, and Snoopy's outstretched arms serving as the hour and minute hands, this watch transforms an everyday timepiece into a miniature piece of animation. A contrasting orange seconds hand, polished silver-tone case, domed crystal, and black strap complete its cheerful design. Powered by a manually wound mechanical movement, this vintage Timex offers a nostalgic reminder of childhood and the enduring popularity of Snoopy.
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Sizing
Sizing
Case: 25mm
Dial: 20.25mm
Lug-to-Lug: 32.25mm
Thickness: 10mm
Strap: 19.1cm
Strap Style: Crocodile Grain Pin Buckle
Timekeeping
Timekeeping
Watch Type: Mechanical Analog
Watch Movement: M100
Watch Complications:
- Character Arms
Movement Caliber: Timex Mechanical
Watch Lume: None
Watch Night Light: None
Color & Finishing
Color & Finishing
Case: Silver
Dial: Red
Strap: Black
Research & Restoration
Research & Restoration
Caseback Style: Snapback
Restoration Thoughts / Notes:
- Snoopy's Arms Tell the Time - Rather than using conventional watch hands, this design incorporates Snoopy's illustrated arms to indicate the hours and minutes, creating the illusion that the beloved beagle is continually changing poses throughout the day.
- The 1958 Copyright Mystery - Although the dial bears a 1958 copyright marking from United Feature Syndicate, this refers to the licensed Peanuts artwork rather than the watch's production date. Timex introduced its Snoopy character watches in 1969 and continued producing numerous variations throughout the 1970s.
- A Piece of Peanuts History - Produced during the height of Snoopy's popularity, this watch belongs to Timex's licensed character collection, which brought familiar comic-strip personalities to affordable mechanical wristwatches. Its colorful design and whimsical moving hands made these watches especially appealing to children, while surviving examples have since become nostalgic collectibles.
Original Catalogue Description: "SNOOPY red, full numeral dial, red strap, sweep."
Original Wholesale Price (1977): $14.95
Original Retail Price (1977): $9.97
