Vintage men's watch Norwich Union blue dial retro metal bracelet

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Description

Men's watch with a vintage aesthetic, signed Norwich Union, presented on a bright yellow cushion. This model features a wide link bracelet with a brushed metallic look, extending to a robust round case. The dark blue dial displays a dual time scale (12/24h), with clearly legible Arabic numerals and a peripheral minute track. The classic-shaped hands are paired with a central second hand. The rotating bezel, with a matte silver appearance, shows engraved numbered markers for measuring elapsed time, reinforcing the piece's retro sporty style.

The mentions "Quartz" and "Water Resistant" are clearly visible on the dial, indicating a quartz movement and standard water resistance, characteristics appreciated on this type of watch from the 1980s-1990s. The inscription "NORWICH UNION" appears in capital letters, accompanied by a discreet logo, giving the whole a sober and functional look. The case and bracelet show a homogeneous patina, with some signs of wear consistent with a period model.

The dial is protected by a transparent glass, with no major scratches apparent in the photo. The hour markers and numerals benefit from high contrast with the background, making reading easy. The notched crown located at three o'clock allows for time and calendar adjustment, although the date function is not visible in this version. The bezel shoulders and the angular design of the bracelet accentuate the watch's vintage and utilitarian positioning.

The watch is photographed frontally, on a yellow fabric support, which highlights the color of the dial and the structure of the bracelet. No background, case back, or interior of the case is visible in this image. The ensemble presents a retro look, suitable for everyday use or as a masculine fashion accessory inspired by the 80s-90s.

Condition

Used item, sold as untested. Slight signs of wear are visible on the bracelet and bezel, with no major structural defects apparent on the visible face. Operation has not been verified.

Did you know? Norwich Union, founded in 1797 in the United Kingdom, is best known as an insurance company, but also offered promotional items, including watches distributed in the 1980s-1990s to its customers or employees, which makes them sought-after accessories today for their history and their typical style of that period.

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