This exceptional pocket watch originates from the Japanese domestic market and is far more than just a timepiece:
It is a typical Japanese gift item with cultural significance.
The inscription on the original wooden box – "男衆 (Otokoshū)" – refers to a traditional term for "men in attendance," historically used for craftsmen, retainers, or participants in classical festivals.
Thus, the watch deliberately conveys an image of tradition, craftsmanship, and masculine aesthetics – a concept frequently and intentionally employed in Japanese design.
Design & Execution
The case is deliberately styled to appear antique, reminiscent of classic European pocket watches, combined with Japanese aesthetic details:
- finely structured case surface
- decorative central medallion
- clear white dial with Roman numerals
- slender, classic hand shape
The accompanying braided cord in a traditional style emphasizes its character as a wearable accessory with cultural reference.
Technical Specifications
- Movement: Miyota Quartz (Japan)
- Functions: Hour, Minute, Second
- Diameter: 41.7 mm
- Height including ring: 56.7 mm
- Thickness: 13.1 mm
- Weight including cord: 49 g
- Battery: newly installed
Scope of Delivery (Full Set)
- Pocket watch
- original braided cord
- original wooden box with Kanji inscription
- Hangtag
- Japanese instruction manual
Condition
Unworn (New Old Stock).
- no visible signs of wear
- technically flawless
- complete set in unusually good condition
- battery freshly replaced (SR626 SW)
Special Feature & Rarity
This watch was produced for the Japanese market and is hardly available outside Japan.
The combination of:
- original wooden box with Kanji
- cultural designation ("男衆")
- complete set
- unworn condition
makes it a typical JDM collector's item in the lifestyle/watch accessory sector.
Such sets are rare, especially in Europe, as they were not usually exported.
Classification
Not a classic mechanical collector's item, but an authentic Japanese design object with functional quartz technology – particularly interesting for:
- Japan collectors
- lovers of unusual pocket watches
- a gift with cultural relevance
Warranty (used)
This is a used item. The limitation period for claims for defects (statutory warranty) is 12 months from delivery.
Note
As this is a used watch, no water resistance can be guaranteed. To protect the movement, the watch should not come into contact with water or moisture.
