Ricoh Riquartz – Gold Tonneau Dress Watch (Japan, ca. 1970s)

This elegant Ricoh Riquartz is a classic representative of Japanese dress watches from the heyday of the Quartz Revolution. The striking tonneau-shaped case with its warm gold plating combines clean lines with a slightly futuristic design language typical of the 1970s.

The finely structured champagne dial gives the watch a special depth and appears almost silky depending on the light. The slim indices and hands emphasize the minimalist character, while the date window at 3 o'clock ensures suitability for everyday wear.

The combination of the case and the new, high-quality leather strap from the Japanese brand Bambi is particularly harmonious, perfectly matching the warm gold in color and giving the watch a significantly enhanced overall appearance.

Thanks to its compact dimensions and low profile, the watch wears very comfortably and elegantly on the wrist. It is suitable both as a classic dress watch and as a stylish everyday companion.

Background on the Ricoh Brand and the Riquartz Series

Ricoh is primarily known today as a technology and camera group, but played a relevant role in the watch industry, especially from the 1960s to the 1980s. With the introduction of its own quartz movements in the early 1970s, Ricoh was among the early Japanese manufacturers actively involved in the so-called Quartz Revolution.

The Riquartz series was introduced in the mid-1970s and is exemplary of this period of upheaval: precise, low-maintenance quartz movements combined with a clear, functional design approach.

The present model is a typical representative of this generation. The tonneau-shaped case, the minimalist dial design, and the warm gold look beautifully reflect the spirit of the late 1970s. Such models are particularly interesting today as they authentically document the transition from mechanical watchmaking to modern electronics.

Technical Data

Brand: Ricoh
Model: Riquartz
Year of Manufacture: approx. late 1970s

Movement: Quartz (Japan)
Functions: Hour, Minute, Second, Date

Case:
Gold-plated (GP), Stainless Steel Back

Dimensions:
Width: approx. 31 mm
Lug-to-Lug: approx. 36 mm
Height: approx. 9.1 mm

Lug Width: 18 mm

Strap: New leather strap by Bambi (Japan)

Weight: 33 g

Condition:
Used condition with age-related signs of wear, especially visible abrasion of the gold plating. Dial very well preserved.

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.