Rare Vintage 1980s Swatch Quartz Grid Dial Watch
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Rare Vintage 1980s Swatch Quartz Grid Dial Watch – Approx 36mm Including Crown, Ticking
Early and increasingly rare vintage Swatch from the brand’s pioneering 1980s plastic watch collection.
This model features a cream/off-white one-piece plastic case and integrated strap surrounding a clean white dial with a distinctive red grid (graph paper) pattern.
The dial displays “swatch QUARTZ” in blue at the top, “SWISS” at the bottom, black hour and minute hands, and a bright red second hand with red centre accent.
This model features a cream/off-white one-piece plastic case and integrated strap surrounding a clean white dial with a distinctive red grid (graph paper) pattern.
The dial displays “swatch QUARTZ” in blue at the top, “SWISS” at the bottom, black hour and minute hands, and a bright red second hand with red centre accent.
The watch measures approximately 36mm in diameter including the crown.
It retains its original cream plastic strap, which is complete with no cuts or tears and still displays its original colour, though it shows some surface dirt and honest wear consistent with its age.
It retains its original cream plastic strap, which is complete with no cuts or tears and still displays its original colour, though it shows some surface dirt and honest wear consistent with its age.
Condition & Functionality
This is an old vintage watch offered in honest pre-owned condition. The dial and crystal are clean and attractive. The cream plastic case and strap show typical signs of age including light yellowing, surface scratches, minor scuffs, and accumulated dirt, but the strap has kept its structural integrity. The watch is currently ticking and appears to be running; however, as it is an unserviced vintage piece, it has not been fully tested for long-term accuracy or reliability and is sold with no guarantee on the movement.
This is an old vintage watch offered in honest pre-owned condition. The dial and crystal are clean and attractive. The cream plastic case and strap show typical signs of age including light yellowing, surface scratches, minor scuffs, and accumulated dirt, but the strap has kept its structural integrity. The watch is currently ticking and appears to be running; however, as it is an unserviced vintage piece, it has not been fully tested for long-term accuracy or reliability and is sold with no guarantee on the movement.
Details:
- Brand: Swatch (Switzerland)
- Reference: 584
- Case: Cream/off-white plastic, approx. 36mm including crown
- Dial: Clean white with red grid pattern and blue text
- Strap: Original cream plastic – complete, no cuts, original colour with some dirt
- Movement: Quartz (currently ticking, no guarantee)
- Caseback: Engraved with “584”, “PATENTED”, “SWISS MADE”, “EBUCHES SA”, battery specifications and water resistant markings
All photos form part of the description and accurately show the current condition of this rare early Swatch, including the clean grid dial, original strap colour, and signs of age.
No box or papers.
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