This piece is a perfect example of mid-to-late 20th-century « space age » design, featuring a unique circular case with a prominent textured « hobnail » or pyramid-patterned bezel that catches the light beautifully.
Vintage Timex Electric Gold Tone Hobnail Bezel Ladies Watch Mesh Band SM Lire la suite »
The standout feature is the heavy « hobnail » (clous de Paris) textured bezel, which gives the watch a high-end, jewelry-like appearance typical of mid-century « cocktail » styles. The gold-tone plating on the case and textured bezel remains bright with minimal wear.
Vintage 70s Timex Electric Ladies Watch – Burgundy Dial & Gold Hobnail Bezel Lire la suite »
Details: • Brand: Timex Electric (battery-powered electromechanical movement) • Era: Early 1970s • Dial: Red/burgundy with applied markers, date at 3 • Case: Gold-tone base metal bezel, stainless steel back, water resistant marking • Band: Brown lizard-grain calf leather strap with gold-tone buckle • Condition: Running, but has not been tested extensively or for timekeeping accuracy. Honest vintage condition — light wear to case edges and caseback consistent with age (see photos). Crystal is clean with good clarity. These Timex Electrics were the bridge between hand-wound and quartz watches — a cool piece of horological history that still wears great today. Sold as is as a vintage timepiece. Please review the listing closely.
Vintage 1970s Timex Electric Watch Red Dial Gold Hobnail Case Date RUNNING Lire la suite »