Citizen Original Dial 2048-412386 "POPEYE" (Character Watch, Small Seconds) – NOS

Original, officially licensed Citizen replacement dial from the POPEYE character series (© King Features Syndicate, Inc.), Part No. 6-412386 (dial code 2048-412386-KA), manufactured by Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. in Japan (movement code IPCE). Unused original part (New Old Stock, NOS) in original Citizen "純正部品 / Genuine Parts" round can.

The round white dial features a charming, classic, playful, pocket watch-style layout: black printed Arabic numerals in a distinctive comic font, a peripheral minute track, and a small seconds sub-dial (10–60) at the unusual position of approximately 7:30. The "POPEYE" lettering is at the top center, and the license notice "© King Features Syndicate, Inc." as well as the factory designation "JAPAN 2048-412386" are at the bottom edge.

A sought-after collector's item at the intersection of two collecting areas – Vintage Citizen and licensed character watches – ideal for restorers who want to authentically restore an original Citizen Popeye watch.

Background: Citizen Character Watches & the Popeye License

Citizen, Seiko's great Japanese rival, has produced numerous officially licensed character watches over the years alongside its Quartz and Eco-Drive lines (including Disney/Mickey Mouse to this day). Popeye is one of the classic motifs licensed by King Features Syndicate – vintage Popeye watches from various manufacturers are a vibrant collecting area in themselves. This dial is a genuine licensed OEM original part, not a reproduction – an important authenticity and value factor.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. (movement code IPCE)
• Part: Dial
• Part No.: 6-412386
• Dial/Caliber Code: 2048-412386-KA
• Caliber Compatibility: Citizen 2048 (with small seconds)
• Series / Motif: POPEYE (© King Features Syndicate, Inc.)
• Shape: Round
• Color: White, black print
• Display: Arabic numerals, peripheral minute track, small seconds (≈ 7:30)
• Date Window: None
• Material: Painted metal
• Diameter: approx. 29 mm
• Condition: NOS – unused, very good/flawless
• Origin: Japan
• Packaging: Original Citizen "Genuine Parts" round can with label

Note

The dial is unused and in very good NOS condition; the can and label may show slight signs of storage and age. Genuine, licensed Citizen original part.