1996 Timex Adventurer "Camel Cash" Indiglo Quartz Watch Ref. 42902
1996 Timex Adventurer "Camel Cash" Indiglo Quartz Watch Ref. 42902
Reference Number: 42902
Manufactured Date: 1996
The 1996 Timex Adventurer Ref. 42902 is more than just a functional field watch—it’s a quirky slice of 1990s promotional history. Offered as a prize through Camel Cash, it combined rugged styling with Timex’s Indiglo innovation, making it both a collector’s item and a practical outdoor companion.
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Sizing
Sizing
Case: 34.5mm
Dial: 27mm
Lug-to-Lug: 42mm
Thickness: 11.5mm
Strap: 20.3cm
Strap Style: Nylon NATO Pin Buckle
Timekeeping
Timekeeping
Watch Type: Quartz
Watch Movement: Unknown
Watch Complications:
- Rotating Bezel
Movement Caliber: Quartz
Watch Lume: None
Watch Night Light: Yes (Indiglo)
Color & Finishing
Color & Finishing
Case: Brown
Dial: Tan
Strap: Brown & Tan
Research & Restoration
Research & Restoration
Caseback Style: Snapback
Restoration Thoughts / Notes:
- Camel Cash Exclusive: The 1996 Timex Adventurer Ref. 42902 was a limited-edition prize available through Camel Cash, the promotional rewards program by Camel cigarettes. Its rugged design and adventure-ready features reflected the brand’s outdoorsy marketing campaigns.
- Indiglo Night-Light: Equipped with Timex’s signature Indiglo backlight, this watch glows brilliantly in low light, emphasizing visibility during nighttime adventures—a key selling point in the 1990s.
- Explorer's Build: The rotating compass bezel, 24-hour dial, and 30-meter water resistance made this watch practical for both outdoor exploration and casual wear. Paired with a durable nylon strap, it was built to handle rough conditions.
Original Catalogue Description: "Pittards Water-Resistant Leather Strap" (Not included with watch)
Original Wholesale Price (1996): Not Listed
Original Retail Price (1996): Not Listed
