1990s Tozai Quartz Watch Ref. 804252
1990s Tozai Quartz Watch Ref. 804252
Reference Number: 804252
Manufactured Date: 1990
This 1990s Tozai Quartz Ref. 804252 captures the bold, utilitarian styling of affordable sports watches from the era. Its brushed silver-tone case features a prominent, sculpted 60-minute bezel surrounding a crisp white dial with oversized black Arabic numerals, contrasting red 24-hour markers, and luminous hands. A distinctive red shield at 12 o'clock adds character, while the red seconds hand provides a sporty finishing touch. Inside is a Japanese Seiko Epson Y121E quartz movement, a compact three-hand caliber known for its straightforward, serviceable construction. Paired with a brown suede-style strap, this watch offers an appealing example of 1990s sports-watch design, particularly for collectors interested in lesser-known Japanese-movement brands.
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Sizing
Sizing
Case: 27.25mm
Dial: 18mm
Lug-to-Lug: 33.25mm
Thickness: 8.5mm
Strap: 17.2cm
Strap Style: Leather Pin Buckle
Timekeeping
Timekeeping
Watch Type: Quartz
Watch Movement: Seiko Y121E
Watch Complications:
- None
Movement Caliber: Quartz
Watch Lume: Hour & Minute Hands
Watch Night Light: None
Color & Finishing
Color & Finishing
Case: Silver
Dial: White
Strap: Dark Brown
Research & Restoration
Research & Restoration
Caseback Style: Snapback
Restoration Thoughts / Notes:
- Seiko Epson Y121E Movement: Japanese three-hand quartz caliber measuring just 2.99 mm thick and using an SR626SW battery.
- Distinctive Sports-Watch Design: A sculpted, numbered 60-minute bezel complements the military-inspired 12/24-hour dial.
- - Uncommon Tozai Branding: An alternative to mainstream 1990s sports watches, with an unusual red shield emblem and bold typography.
Original Catalogue Description: N/A
Original Wholesale Price (1990): N/A
Original Retail Price (1990): N/A
