Micrel Watch Appraisal

Micrel by Windert USA LED Digital Watch

This item is a vintage Micrel branded LED digital watch, presented in its original fitted black box. The watch features a polished silver-tone metal case with a distinct oval-shaped dark red display, characteristic of early LED timepieces. The watch is attached to a matching silver-tone metal bracelet with a textured or brushed finish on the individual links. The overall construction appears to be a robust metal, likely stainless steel or a plated base metal, given the era. In terms of condition, the watch and its bracelet show minor signs of wear consistent with age, such as light surface scratches on the metal case and bracelet, but no significant damage or deep gouges are immediately discernible. The red display area appears intact and clear, though its functionality cannot be assessed from the image alone. The watch is nestled within a black felt or velvet-lined interior of its original presentation box. The box itself is black with gold-colored lettering. On the left side, the brand name 'MICREL' is printed vertically. On the right side, a stylized 'W' logo (presumably for Windert) is at the top, followed by 'BY WINDERT USA' printed horizontally below it. This style of digital watch, with its bold LED display and futuristic design, strongly indicates a manufacturing period from the 1970s, when LED watches were a cutting-edge technological marvel. The design aesthetic is typical of that era's fascination with space and electronics, making it a classic example of vintage tech-wear.