Guess WaterPro Indiglo (90s Vintage)
Fashion/Sport Watch · Guess (Lifestyle fashion brand); watches produced under license, historically by Callanen International (a subsidiary of Timex Group).
Period: Modern Fashion (1990s Era). Stylistic indicators include the two-tone 'Jubilee' style bracelet, the use of Indiglo technology, and the characteristic chunky bezel of 90s fashion chronographs and field watches.
Type
Fashion/Sport Watch
Brand
Guess (Lifestyle fashion brand); watches produced under license, historically by Callanen International (a subsidiary of Timex Group).
Movement
Quartz movement, likely a Miyota or Timex-sourced module featuring Indiglo backlighting technology.
Dimensions
36mm case diameter, 10mm thickness, 42mm lug-to-lug, 18mm lug width.
Description
This is a quintessential 1990s fashion watch that blended the rugged 'WaterPro' sports aesthetic with the luxury look of a two-tone Rolex-style bracelet. It features the Timex-licensed Indiglo technology, allowing the entire dial to glow at the touch of a button.
Key Features
Indiglo backlight technology, 'WaterPro' branding, two-tone Jubilee bracelet, and bold high-contrast Arabic numerals.
Dial Description
White dial with bold black Arab numeral hour markers, baton handset with Indiglo-specific luminescent properties, and a center-hand seconds display. Text includes 'GUESS WATERPRO' and 'INDIGLO 50 METERS'.
Case Material
Base metal with gold-tone plating and stainless steel components. The case shows heavy wear and plating loss, particularly on the bezel and lugs.
Crystal Type
Mineral glass; shows significant scratching and surface abrasions.
Bezel Details
Fixed decorative bezel with gold-tone plating, featuring numeric or index markings that have largely worn away.
Crown & Pushers
Push-pull crown at 3 o'clock for time setting; additional pusher at 8 o'clock or integrated crown-push for the Indiglo backlight function.
Bracelet or Strap
Two-tone (steel and gold-tone) five-link Jubilee-style bracelet made of folded base metal or steel links with a folding clasp.
Caseback Details
Snap-on or screw-down stainless steel caseback. Usually contains the GUESS logo and basic water resistance information.
Movement Type
Quartz movement, likely a Miyota or Timex-sourced module featuring Indiglo backlighting technology.
Water Resistance
Rated 50 Meters (when new); currently unsuitable for water contact due to age and visible wear to the seals and crown.
Origin & Provenance
Brand origin USA; Movement typically Japanese (Miyota) or Philippines (Timex); Assembly likely in China/East Asia.
Age Estimate
Circa 1990–1999 production.
Cultural Significance
Represents the height of the 1990s fashion watch boom where apparel brands like Guess, Fossil, and Tommy Hilfiger dominated the entry-level market.
Condition Notes
Fair to Poor condition. Significant plating wear on the gold-tone sections, heavy scratching on the crystal and case, and visible dirt/wear on the bracelet links.
Value Estimate
$10 - $25 USD. These are generally considered sentimental or 'thrift' items rather than high-value collector pieces.
Care & Maintenance
Requires standard silver-oxide battery replacement. Check gaskets if water use is intended, though the age of this piece makes it unsuitable for water exposure now.
Similar Watches
Timex Expedition (more functional), Fossil Blue (similar 90s aesthetic), Seiko 5 Two-Tone (higher mechanical quality).
Interesting Facts
The 'WaterPro' line was Guess's successful attempt to market 'tool-style' watches to a fashion-conscious audience during the 1990s; they often utilized Timex movements to offer the Indiglo feature.