William L. 1985 Vintage Style Chronograph Watch
Horology / Wristwatches

William L. 1985 Vintage Style Chronograph Watch

This is a contemporary men's wrist watch produced by the French brand William L. 1985, designed to emulate mid-20th-century vintage chronographs. The timepiece features a polished and brushed 316L stainless steel case with a diameter of approximately 40mm. The dial is a deep navy blue with a sunray finish, adorned with white Arabic numeral hour markers and a matching white outer tachymeter or minute scale. It utilizes a bicompax layout, featuring two sub-dials: a 60-minute counter at the 12 o'clock position and a small seconds sub-dial at the 6 o'clock position. The hands are dauphine-style with a polished silver finish. Notable features include 'piston-style' chronograph pushers and a knurled crown on the right side of the case. The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring a crocodile-embossing and tonal stitching. The William L. 1985 logo is clearly visible at the 3 o'clock position. Visible condition issues include slight surface scuffing on the bezel and lugs, and some minor scratching on the mineral or sapphire crystal near the 10 and 11 o'clock positions. The strap shows light creasing from wear. This model typically houses a Miyota 6S21 quartz movement, known for its reliability and precision. The overall aesthetic belongs to the 'Neo-Vintage' style popular in the late 2010s.

Estimated Value

$100.00 - $150.00

Basic Information

Category

Horology / Wristwatches

Appraised On

March 19, 2026

Estimated Value

$100.00 - $150.00

Item Description

This is a contemporary men's wrist watch produced by the French brand William L. 1985, designed to emulate mid-20th-century vintage chronographs. The timepiece features a polished and brushed 316L stainless steel case with a diameter of approximately 40mm. The dial is a deep navy blue with a sunray finish, adorned with white Arabic numeral hour markers and a matching white outer tachymeter or minute scale. It utilizes a bicompax layout, featuring two sub-dials: a 60-minute counter at the 12 o'clock position and a small seconds sub-dial at the 6 o'clock position. The hands are dauphine-style with a polished silver finish. Notable features include 'piston-style' chronograph pushers and a knurled crown on the right side of the case. The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring a crocodile-embossing and tonal stitching. The William L. 1985 logo is clearly visible at the 3 o'clock position. Visible condition issues include slight surface scuffing on the bezel and lugs, and some minor scratching on the mineral or sapphire crystal near the 10 and 11 o'clock positions. The strap shows light creasing from wear. This model typically houses a Miyota 6S21 quartz movement, known for its reliability and precision. The overall aesthetic belongs to the 'Neo-Vintage' style popular in the late 2010s.

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