Timex 1J wrist watch, heavy WBM & SS round water resistant (WR) case with a stepped bezel, AS-IS

Timex 1J wrist watch, heavy WBM & SS round water resistant (WR) case with a stepped bezel, AS-IS

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Timex 1J wrist watch, vintage mechanical manual-wind movement, champagne-toned metal dial with slightly raised gold Arabic numbers & markers and black Arabic 5 minute markers has a few small spots of discoloration, gold steel wedge-style hands and a gold sweep second hand, heavy white base metal (WBM) & stainless steel (SS) round water resistant (WR) case with a stepped bezel supporting a slightly domed plastic crystal, heavy classic extended lugs and a recessed crown, interior of the back case is factory stamped "Feb '56", case is showing normal moderate wear with a few small scratches on the front lugs & crystal however the back does have some small but notable lines of discoloration, measures approx. 33mm in diameter x 42mm lug to lug x 11mm thick (crystal included), lightly padded reddish-brown leather strap band.

This watch is being sold AS-IS for running condition; it is running strong however very fast. It likely needs a cleaning or may have something magnetized along the train, however it is cost prohibitive for us to complete that work. This would make an excellent project for the new watchmaker or hobbyist, or for use as a jewelry piece if keeping accurate time is not a consideration. An attractive mechanical movement Timex from the 1950s in very good overall cosmetic condition!
  • Year Made: 1956
  • Company: Timex
  • Jewels: 271J
  • Setting/Movement Type: manual-wind
  • Dial Material: metal
  • Dial Color: champagne
  • Hand Style: sweep second hand, wedge
  • Case Style: round
  • Case Material: Base Metal - Silver/White, Metal - Stainless Steel
  • Case Details: water resistant (WR), recessed crown
  • Case Width, without crown: 33mm (1.30 inches)
  • Case Length, lug to lug:  42mm (1.65 inches)
  • Case Thickness:  11mm (0.43 inches)
  • Interior Lug Width:  17mm (21/32")
  • Band Size: 7in. to 7.99in.
    (measurement range includes watch length & band)
  • Band Material: leather strap
  • Crystal Material: plastic
  • Condition: Very Good
  • Gender: Unisex
This watch is in our Mechanic's Special section because we consider it to have serious cosmetic or mechanical problems that are currently cost prohibitive to repair in-house, but the watch itself is of a high enough quality that it may be of interest as a repair project for some of our customers. Please read the Full Description, where we attempt to note the specific flaws or problems with the watch. In many cases, these problems do result in the watch not running, winding, or setting properly as is.

With that in mind, we do NOT offer our standard 30-day return on any Mechanic's Special items.
On these items, all sales are AS IS and FINAL.

We are happy to offer alternate band options for this watch. Please see the Band Options below to view the styles and additional charges for each option we can provide. The first option on the list will reflect the watch in the current configuration as shown in the photos. If you choose an upgraded option, we will send you a photo of the watch, on request, with the new band ahead of shipping so you can approve the upgraded finish.

Contact us with any further questions or for an estimate on any shipping delays.


Please note: if you add this watch with a crystal and/or band exchange option to your shopping cart but later change your mind on the crystal and/or band selection type, you'll need to remove the watch from the cart in order to make a new selection. Once that is done, you can return to this page and add that new crystal and/or band combination to the cart. We apologize for the limitations to our system that prevent you from making that change within the shopping cart.

Unlike modern quartz watches, most vintage watches need daily winding in order to keep the watch functioning for timekeeping. Additionally, there are a number of different ways to set the time other than simply pulling the crown away from the watch body. We are happy to provide an overview of each of the different setting types on our "How To Use" page, where we also provide information on proper winding techniques for each style and some suggestions for the proper long term care and storage of your watch.

For your gift giving convenience, please find a consolidated overview of the information on this item, with no reference to the price, on this printer-optimized page.

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We process a very large number of watches and accessories each year for sale via our website, eBay and local avenues. We attempt to offer descriptions and photos that are as complete and clear as possible on each item, and we always encourage you to write us with questions if something is not addressed in the description!

In each description, we attempt to note the following things:
<maker><size><jewels><setting><adjustments><grade/model><serial number>, <movement information>, <dial information>, <hand information>, <case information>, <misc. information>, <overall condition and comments>

Taking an example of a watch already described, we've bracketed the different sections and ordered them as above:
<Ball-Hamilton> <16S> <21J> <LS> <adj.> <Official RR Standard> <#B651197>, <nickel movement with gold jewel settings and concentric circle damascene pattern, should be noted that the gears on the movement may not be all original however watch is running strong and not affecting running condition>, <porcelain Ball marked dial with Arabic numbers has very faint hairline (not distracting)>, <blue steel hands>, <beautiful YGF SB&B Ball marked case with engraved bezels and blank monogram shield showing normal even wear (no brass)>, <fancy bow>. <High grade Ball watch in very good condition, perfect to carry everyday!>

We also provide a List of Abbreviations that we use in our descriptions, as well as a Pocket Watch Sizing Chart that explains numerically and graphically the various sizes of pocket watches that we offer.
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