Movado Series 800 Date (Black PVD Variant)
Sport/Lifestyle Watch · Movado (Movado Group Inc.). Positioned as an entry-level luxury/premium fashion brand with a strong heritage in design museum history.
Period: Modern Minimalist (2010s-present). Design is influenced by the Bauhaus-inspired Museum Dial combined with contemporary 'blackout' styling.
Type
Sport/Lifestyle Watch
Brand
Movado (Movado Group Inc.). Positioned as an entry-level luxury/premium fashion brand with a strong heritage in design museum history.
Movement
Swiss Quartz Movement (likely ETA or Ronda base). Standard battery powered with date complication and high accuracy.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 40mm-42mm; Thickness: 10mm; Lug-to-lug: 48mm; Lug width: 20mm. It wears larger due to the integrated-style lug design.
Description
This Movado Series 800 variation departs from the brand's classic ultra-thin dress watches to offer a more rugged, sporty aesthetic. Using the 'blackout' trend, it pairs the iconic 12 o'clock dot with a functional date window and a substantial steel bracelet.
Key Features
The concave 'Museum Dot' at 12, PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) black coating, and the sunburst dial finish. Unlike the standard Museum watch, this features indices for better legibility.
Dial Description
Sunray 'black' or dark charcoal dial. It features the signature concave dot at 12 o'clock, dauphine-style hands, applied stick indices, an outer minute track, and a date window at 3 o'clock.
Case Material
PVD-coated stainless steel. The finish is primarily brushed with polished accents on the bezel edge, though significant wear and PVD loss are visible on the sharp edges.
Crystal Type
Flat sapphire crystal. There is visible surface scratching and smudging; sapphire is highly scratch-resistant, but PVD remnants or heavy impact can leave marks.
Bezel Details
Fixed sloping bezel in PVD-coated stainless steel. It lacks markings, emphasizing the minimalist aesthetic.
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down or push-pull crown (likely push-pull) at 3 o'clock with Movado M-logo or dot branding. No pushers.
Bracelet or Strap
Integrated-style three-link bracelet in black PVD-coated stainless steel with a butterfly-style deployment clasp. Noticeable 'desk diving' scratches and coating wear.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down stainless steel caseback. Usually features the Movado 'M' logo, reference number, and water resistance specifications.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz Movement (likely ETA or Ronda base). Standard battery powered with date complication and high accuracy.
Water Resistance
Rated for 50m (5 ATM) up to 200m depending on the specific Series 800 sub-model. Given the wear, it should only be considered splash-resistant until pressure tested.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. The movement is outsourced from a Swiss specialist (ETA/Ronda) and assembled under Movado's Swiss manufacturing standards.
Age Estimate
Circa 2012–2020. This specific dial layout and PVD treatment were popular during this mid-to-late decade production run.
Cultural Significance
Movado is synonymous with 20th-century modernism. The design is so influential it was the first watch face ever selected for the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in 1960.
Condition Notes
Fair. There is significant PVD wear (silver steel showing through) on the lug corners, bezel, and bracelet links. The crystal appears to have 'streaking' and the dial indices show heavy use. Needs a thorough cleaning.
Value Estimate
Secondary market value is approximately $100–$250 USD depending on the extent of coating wear. Initial MSRP was likely between $695 and $895 USD.
Care & Maintenance
Battery replacement every 2-3 years. Avoid abrasive surfaces that will further strip the PVD coating. Seals should be tested if used near water, though PVD wear suggests mainly dry usage.
Similar Watches
Movado BOLD (polymer/TR90 materials), Tissot Gentleman (more traditional sport-watch), or the Rado True (ceramic construction with similar minimalist vibes).
Interesting Facts
The original Museum Dial was designed by Nathan George Horwitt in 1947. He intended it to represent the sun at high noon, with the hands representing the earth's rotation.