The Timex 1976 Rotary Phone Dial Reissue reference TW2Y82100 brings mid-century nostalgia straight to your wrist.
Timex pulled this distinctive piece directly from its extensive design archives. The central inspiration stems from classic rotary telephones of the mid-twentieth century.
Designers translated the iconic telephone finger wheel directly onto the watch face. This timepiece honors an era defined by tactile mechanical interactions.
Concept and Specification
The design of the watch is about reinterpreting mid-century functional items as stylish accessories. Timex merges retro novelty with everyday practical timekeeping.
The cushion-shaped case reflects classic wristwatch styling popular during the 1970s. Polished gold-tone surfaces elevate the overall aesthetic presence of the watch.
The overall design language strikes a balance between humorous nostalgia and refined craftsmanship. Every element pays homage to the physical sensation of dialing a rotary telephone.
The watch captures the playful spirit of late 20th-century watchmaking. It offers a fresh aesthetic distinct from standard modern dress watches. Collectors value this playful departure from traditional watch designs.
The stainless steel case features an attractive brushed and polished gold-tone finish. It offers a moderate case diameter measuring exactly 37mm across.
This versatile sizing ensures comfortable wear on a wide range of wrist sizes. The lug-to-lug distance measures 43mm for a balanced fit.
The overall case thickness or height measures 12mm. The cushion silhouette provides substantial presence without feeling overly bulky.
Stainless steel construction protects the internal components from everyday impacts and corrosion.
The compact lug structure allows the strap to drape naturally around the wrist. The overall build weighs approximately 51 grams for comfortable daily wear.
A vintage-style acrylic crystal protects the dial from dust and debris. The acrylic lens provides shatter-resistant durability and a warm retro look.
You can easily polish out minor scratches using standard acrylic polishing compounds. The domed crystal profile enhances the vintage charm of the cushion case.
This watch offers a water resistance rating of 50 meters. This depth rating protects the watch against light swimming and accidental splashes.
A rich brown leather strap completes the vintage ensemble on the wrist. Timex sources this planet-friendly leather responsibly through the Leather Working Group.
The strap features an elegant embossed crocodile pattern across its surface. The strap measures 20mm in width at the case lugs.
A matching gold-tone pin buckle secures the watch comfortably in place. The supple brown leather softens over time for an increasingly custom fit.
Dial
The dark black dial provides a striking backdrop for the gold-tone accents. Its smooth texture creates a clean contrast against the raised hour markers.
Each full Arabic numeral sits inside its own individual circular frame. White backgrounds inside the frames highlight the classic printed hour numbers.
This clever arrangement directly mirrors the round finger holes on rotary telephone dials. A unique twin porthole window positioned at 3 o’clock displays the day and date.
Gold-tone hour and minute hands offer clear legibility against the dark surface. A slim sweeping second hand tracks the seconds across the textured layout.
Movement
A precise quartz analog movement powers the hands inside the watch. Battery power drives the internal mechanism with impressive day-to-day accuracy.
Quartz technology ensures reliable timekeeping while requiring minimal regular maintenance. The watch utilizes a standard SR920SW battery for consistent power delivery.
The day and date complication adds essential functional utility for daily wear. The twin porthole framing maintains visual harmony with the surrounding hour markers.
Pushing or pulling the crown allows for quick adjustments to time and date settings. The low maintenance movement makes this piece ideal for casual daily rotation.
The Timex 1976 Rotary Phone Dial Reissue TW2Y82100 is priced at €209.
