2011 Timex Weekender Indiglo Quartz Ref. T2N648
2011 Timex Weekender Indiglo Quartz Ref. T2N648
Reference Number: T2N648
Manufactured Date: 2013
This 2011 Timex Weekender Ref. T2N648 combines classic military-inspired styling with the casual versatility that made the Weekender collection so popular. Its polished silver-tone 38mm case surrounds a crisp white dial featuring bold black Arabic numerals, an inner 24-hour military time scale, and contrasting black hands. Timex's signature Indiglo backlight provides convenient nighttime readability, while the purple nylon slip-through strap adds a distinctive splash of color. Simple, practical, and effortlessly wearable, this Weekender captures the approachable character of early 2010s Timex design.
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Sizing
Sizing
Case: 38mm
Dial: 31.75mm
Lug-to-Lug: 45.5mm
Thickness: 9mm
Strap: 19.7cm
Strap Style: Nylon NATO (Zulu)
Timekeeping
Timekeeping
Watch Type: Quartz Analog
Watch Movement: Timex CR2016 MVMT
Watch Complications:
- None
Movement Caliber: Quartz
Watch Lume: None
Watch Night Light: Yes (Indiglo)
Color & Finishing
Color & Finishing
Case: Silver
Dial: White
Strap: Purple
Research & Restoration
Research & Restoration
Caseback Style: Snapback
Restoration Thoughts / Notes:
- The Birth of the Weekender - Introduced in 2011, the Timex Weekender quickly established itself as one of the brand's most recognizable casual watch collections. Inspired by traditional military field watches, its uncomplicated dial, affordable pricing, and interchangeable fabric straps made it particularly popular among younger enthusiasts and first-time watch collectors. The collection became especially successful in Japan, where Timex reportedly sold more than 500,000 Weekenders within five years of its introduction.
- The Innovation Behind Indiglo - Timex introduced its revolutionary Indiglo electroluminescent technology in 1992, fundamentally changing how wristwatches could be read in darkness. Rather than illuminating individual hands or numerals with conventional luminous paint, Indiglo uses a thin electroluminescent layer to illuminate the watch face when activated by pressing the crown. This technology became one of Timex's defining innovations, offering practical nighttime visibility without requiring an external light source to charge the dial.
- A Watch Built for Personalization - One of the Weekender's defining characteristics is its slip-through nylon strap, which allows wearers to change the watch's appearance without removing its spring bars. The T2N648 pairs a polished 38mm case with a distinctive purple 20mm nylon strap, demonstrating the colorful versatility that helped popularize the collection. Its combination of large Arabic hour markers, smaller 24-hour numerals, and a clean white dial reflects the utilitarian readability associated with traditional military field watches.
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