Citizen Triple Calendar Pointer Date Ref. 6350-S016839
Complications Dress Watch (Triple Calendar) · Citizen Watch Co. Ltd.; Japanese conglomerate known for reliable mass-market and mid-tier horology.
Period: Neo-Vintage / 1990s Traditionalist. Stylistic indicators include the stepped bezel, 'mooncrescent' pointer date hand, and the heavy use of gold-tone plating typical of 1990s dress pieces.
Type
Complications Dress Watch (Triple Calendar)
Brand
Citizen Watch Co. Ltd.; Japanese conglomerate known for reliable mass-market and mid-tier horology.
Movement
Quartz Caliber 6350; Battery powered with approx. 2-year life, featuring day, month, and pointer date complications.
Dimensions
34mm to 36mm diameter, 8mm thickness, 41mm lug-to-lug, 18mm lug width. Wears true to size as a traditional mid-size dress watch.
Description
This Citizen Triple Calendar represents an era where quartz technology was utilized to bring high-end complications—like the pointer date—to the general public. It draws heavy inspiration from mid-century Swiss 'Triple Calendar' watches of the 1940s, featuring a balanced 'bicompax' layout for day and month with a distinctive outer track for the date. It is a refined, slim dress watch that offers significant visual complexity for its price point.
Key Features
Red crescent-tipped pointer date hand; sunken sub-dials; stepped bezel architecture; Applied 'Citizen Quartz' branding.
Dial Description
Champagne/Cream sunburst dial with a textured inner ring; applied gold-tone Roman indices at 12, 6, and 9; two sub-dials at 9 (day) and 3 (month); outer date track (1-31) indicated by a central hand with a red crescent tip; gold-tone leaf hands.
Case Material
Gold-plated base metal (Brass/Steel) with a polished finish.
Crystal Type
Mineral crystal (likely flat or slightly domed). Visible scratches and surface wear standard for its age.
Bezel Details
Fixed, stepped/double-lobed bezel in matching gold-tone plating. Shows signs of finish wear/pitting.
Crown & Pushers
Small, ridged push-pull crown at 3 o'clock; likely features recessed push-pieces on the case side for quick-setting the calendar functions.
Bracelet or Strap
Aftermarket brown alligator-embossed leather strap with matching cognac stitching and a gold-tone tang buckle.
Caseback Details
Solid stainless steel snap-on case back; likely featuring the Citizen logo, caliber-case number (6350), and serial number.
Movement Type
Quartz Caliber 6350; Battery powered with approx. 2-year life, featuring day, month, and pointer date complications.
Water Resistance
Splash resistant only (approx. 30m when new). Due to age, it should be treated as non-water resistant.
Origin & Provenance
Japan; in-house Miyota-derived quartz movement. Citizen is a vertically integrated manufacturer.
Age Estimate
Circa 1990-1999 production based on the dial layout and movement series.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'democratization of complications' during the late 20th century, allowing average consumers to enjoy classic horological aesthetics with quartz reliability.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good. Visible plating loss on the lugs and bezel; several scratches on the mineral crystal; dial appears well-preserved with minor aging; strap is a modern replacement.
Value Estimate
$50 - $120 USD depending on functional state and degree of plating wear.
Care & Maintenance
Requires a battery change roughly every 2 years. Avoid water contact as gaskets are likely dried. Wipe case with a soft cloth to prevent further plating corrosion.
Similar Watches
Seiko Age of Discovery series (more ornate), Omega Cosmic (vintage mechanical inspiration), Longines Master Collection (modern mechanical equivalent).
Interesting Facts
The 'triple calendar' layout is historically significant as it predates the 'perpetual calendar'. While this quartz version requires manual adjustment for months with fewer than 31 days, it mimic the aesthetic of high-complication mechanical pieces from Vacheron Constantin or Patek Philippe.