Reginald Quartz Day-Date Homage Watch, Gold-Tone/Steel Finish
Watch, Wristwatch (Homage style) · Yellow Gold finish (electroplated/PVD coating)
Purity: Non-solid gold; Gold-plated or PVD-coated base metal
Type
Watch, Wristwatch (Homage style)
Purity
Non-solid gold; Gold-plated or PVD-coated base metal
Gold Type
Yellow Gold finish (electroplated/PVD coating)
Weight
Estimated case weight 45-60g (including movement and strap)
Description
A luxury-inspired quartz timepiece featuring a classic fluted bezel and a black 'diamond' dial. This item is an homage piece, designed to mimic the aesthetic of high-end Swiss watches like the Rolex Datejust, but executed in cost-effective materials rather than precious metals.
Key Features
Fluted bezel; date window with cyclops magnifier; 'Reginald' crown logo; black dial with crystal hour markers; gold-tone accents on hands and bezel.
Color & Finish
High-polish yellow gold-tone fluted bezel and crown against a brushed stainless steel-tone case; black sunray dial with polished gold-tone indices
Hallmarks & Stamps
REGINALD brand logo; Japan Movt; 3ATM Water Resistant; W-R Crystal Glass; No precious metal hallmarks present
Dimensions Estimate
Approx. 36mm-38mm case diameter excluding crown; 20mm lug width
Gemstones & Inlays
10 costume crystal/glass hour markers in square gold-tone settings (simulated diamonds)
Clasp & Closure
Standard tang buckle (not fully visible, attached to leather strap)
Chain & Links
N/A (provided on a black leather strap with white contrast stitching)
Craftsmanship Details
Mass-produced cast case; press-fit case back; printed dial text; gold plating applied via PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) or light electroplating over base alloy.
Authentication Indicators
Red flags for solid gold: No hallmarks (18K/750/14K) on case; visible base metal color at sharp edges; brand is known for budget fashion watches; weight would be significantly lighter than solid 18K gold equivalent.
Origin & Maker
Likely manufactured in China; utilizing a Japanese Quartz movement; Reginald brand
Era & Period
Contemporary (2010s-present) design mimicking late 20th-century luxury aesthetics
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2023 based on dial printing and modern PVD coating techniques
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'aspirational luxury' market where design motifs from high-fashion brands are democratized for general consumer access.
Condition Notes
Good/Fair. Visible wear on the lugs; minor surface scratches on the bezel; strap shows signs of heavy use and cracking; dust particles present on the crystal.
Value Estimate
Market value: $15 - $40 USD. Negligible melt value as it contains no scrap-recoverable gold; value is purely as a functional fashion accessory.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid chemicals and chlorine which will strip the gold-tone plating; clean with a soft microfiber cloth; periodic battery changes for quartz movement; avoid water immersion as 3ATM is only splash-resistant.
Similar Items
Rolex Datejust (the original inspiration); Seiko SNXJ series (higher quality mechanical homage); Citizen Eagle 7; various fashion watches from brands like Invicta or Burei.
Interesting Facts
Reginald is a popular 'homage' brand focused on providing the prestige look of luxury watches at a micro-fraction of the price; these often use reliable Japanese quartz movements like Miyota or Seiko.