Men's vintage Klassik watch with expandable retro quartz bracelet

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

KLASSIK men's watch, vintage style, visible in the image with a presentation in a white-lined, purple velvet case. The case has a rounded octagonal shape, with a finish that suggests a patinated gold or brass look. The dial is dark, probably black or very dark brown, with easily readable gold Arabic numerals at each hour, except for the 3 o'clock position where a square date window is integrated. The hands, with a simple design, are also gold-colored, as is the thin second hand. The dial bears the inscription "KLASSIK" at the top and "Quartz" at the bottom, indicating a quartz movement, typical of battery-powered watches.

The visible bracelet is an expandable link bracelet, with a structure alternating smooth bands and engraved geometric patterns in relief, in a finish matching the case. This type of bracelet is characteristic of men's models from past decades, offering both robustness and ease of donning. No additional logo or inscription is visible on the exposed part of the case or bracelet. The watch displays a retro style, emphasized by the typography of the numerals and the overall dial design.

The dial glass appears slightly domed, with no major scratches visible in the photo, and the case shows some signs of wear or patina, typical of an old watch. The bracelet finish also shows small marks of use consistent with the age of the item. The overall impression suggests a model produced between the late 1970s and early 1990s, a period when this style of quartz watch with an expandable bracelet was particularly widespread.

The contrast between the dark dial and the gold numerals ensures excellent readability. The date window adds a practical function to this classic model. The watch is currently presented without indication of operation, but the mention "battery to be changed" in the keywords suggests that it requires a battery replacement to function.

This type of vintage men's watch fits perfectly into a collection of retro timepieces, or as a daily accessory for those seeking a piece with a strong design and vintage charm. The case is not explicitly included, but the presentation highlights the watch and its retro finish.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Signs of wear and patina visible on the case and bracelet. Operation not tested, battery to be replaced.

Did you know? Quartz watches, which appeared in the late 1960s, revolutionized watchmaking with their precision and reduced manufacturing cost, leading to a real market upheaval against traditional mechanical watches. Expandable bracelets, popular from the 1950s, were appreciated for their comfort and practicality, allowing the watch to be put on with one hand without opening a clasp.

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