Unbranded Military-Style Field Watch (JAPAN MOVT)
Field Watch / Fashion Watch · Generic / White-label manufacturer; Entry-level/Affordable tier
Period: Modern Utility (post-2000s) inspired by Mid-Century Military designs
Type
Field Watch / Fashion Watch
Brand
Generic / White-label manufacturer; Entry-level/Affordable tier
Movement
Japanese Quartz (Standard battery-powered), likely Miyota or Hattori 0-jewel caliber
Dimensions
38mm Diameter, 9mm Thickness, 46mm Lug-to-Lug, 20mm Lug Width
Description
An entry-level field watch utilizing a classic military layout for high legibility, featuring a high-contrast black and white dial and luminous hands for low-light visibility.
Key Features
Syringe hands, railroad track minute index, 'Japan Movt' marking at dial bottom, bent spring bars
Dial Description
Matte black dial, printed white Arabic numerals, rail-track minute circle, 'QUARTZ' text at 6, luminous syringe-style hands
Case Material
Base Metal (likely brass or zinc alloy) with Chrome or Nickel plating
Crystal Type
Flat Mineral Glass (showing surface scratches and edge chips)
Bezel Details
Fixed, integrated smooth bezel with heavy scratching and plating wear
Crown & Pushers
Knurled push-pull crown, small diameter, showing brassing/loss of plating
Bracelet or Strap
Missing strap; bent spring bars indicate previous heavy use on a leather or nylon strap
Caseback Details
Likely snap-on stainless steel caseback without decorative engravings
Movement Type
Japanese Quartz (Standard battery-powered), likely Miyota or Hattori 0-jewel caliber
Water Resistance
Non-certified; likely splash-resistant (3 ATM / 30m) but compromised by age and wear
Origin & Provenance
Japan-sourced movement, likely Chinese assembly (listed as JAPAN MOVT)
Age Estimate
Circa 2005-2015
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of horological design where military aesthetics are applied to mass-produced affordable quartz timepieces.
Condition Notes
Fair to Poor; significant plating loss on case, bent spring bars, scratched crystal, and edge chipping
Value Estimate
5 to 20 USD (nominal market value based on condition)
Care & Maintenance
Battery replacement every 2-3 years; internal gasket check; avoid water exposure due to plating wear and lack of screw-down crown.
Similar Watches
Timex Expedition Scout, Bertucci A-2T, Seiko SNK809 (Automatic alternative)
Interesting Facts
This dial design is based on the 'Dirty Dozen' military watches issued during WWII, specifically following the Mark X aesthetic.