Vintage Roamer Ref. 801.2120.313 Automatic Wristwatch c.1970s | Black Dial | 17 Jewel | 34mm

Vintage Roamer Ref. 801.2120.313 Automatic Wristwatch c.1970s | Black Dial | 17 Jewel | 34mm

Offered here is a handsome Roamer Reference 801.2120.313 Automatic Wristwatch dating to the 1970s, featuring a striking black dial, stainless steel case, and 17 jewel Swiss automatic movement. With its clean styling and understated proportions, this vintage Roamer is an attractive example of everyday Swiss mechanical watchmaking from the period.

The watch is housed in a 34mm stainless steel case with a secure screw back. Its proportions are characteristic of men's watches from the era, offering a refined vintage presence that wears comfortably on the wrist. The stainless steel construction gives the watch a versatile appearance and pairs nicely with the traditional leather strap.

The black dial is one of the highlights of this example. Applied non-numeric hour markers and slender baton hands create a clean, highly legible presentation, while an outer minute track and center sweep seconds complete the classic design. The contrast between the dark dial and polished markers gives the watch a sophisticated appearance that remains stylish decades after it was produced.

Powering the watch is a 17 jewel mechanical automatic-wind movement. The self-winding mechanism uses the natural motion of the wearer's wrist to wind the mainspring, providing the convenience of automatic operation while retaining the craftsmanship and character of a traditional mechanical watch.

The movement incorporates a lever escapement and stem-setting system and remains in very good condition.

Roamer has a long history in Swiss watchmaking and developed a reputation for producing dependable, well-made mechanical watches. Vintage examples such as this offer collectors an opportunity to acquire an authentic Swiss automatic with distinctive period styling at an approachable level.

With its black dial, stainless steel case, automatic movement, and classic 1970s design, this Roamer is an appealing choice for everyday vintage wear or as an addition to a collection of mid-to-late twentieth-century Swiss wristwatches.

Details:

MAKE
Manufacturer: Roamer
Country: Switzerland
Type: Man's
Circa Date: 1970s
CASE
Material: Stainless Steel.
Measurements: The width is 34 mm without crown.
Shape: Round.
Back: Screw back.
Reference #: 801.2120.313
Conditions:  C  3  (The case is in Very Good condition)
BAND
Type: Standard Leather band.
DIAL
Color: Black.
Numerals: Non-numeric markers.
Tracks: Minute track, center sweep seconds.
Hands: Baton Hands.
Conditions:  D  3  (The dial is in Very Good condition)
MOVEMENT
Type: Mechanical, automatic wind movement.
Jewels:  17 Jewels.
Escapement: Lever Escapement.
Set: Stem Set.
Conditions:  M  3  (The movement is in Very Good condition)

Condition

This vintage Roamer Ref. 801.2120.313 remains in very good condition.

• Stainless steel case remains in very good condition with appropriate signs of vintage use.
• Black dial remains in very good condition.
• Hour markers and baton hands present attractively against the dark dial.
• 17 jewel automatic movement remains in very good condition.
• Leather strap complements the watch's classic styling.
• Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and accurately represent the watch's condition.

Why Collect Vintage Roamer Watches?

Roamer is an established Swiss watch manufacturer with roots extending back to the late nineteenth century. While it may not have the same immediate name recognition as Omega or Longines among casual buyers, the company produced a wide range of quality mechanical watches and developed a loyal following among vintage watch collectors.

For collectors, that relative lack of mainstream recognition can make vintage Roamer watches particularly interesting. They offer authentic Swiss mechanical watchmaking, distinctive period designs, and excellent collector appeal without necessarily carrying the premium attached to some of the better-known Swiss brands.

This 1970s example has an especially versatile appearance. The black dial and stainless steel case give it a slightly sportier character than the silver and champagne dress watches commonly encountered from the period, while its 34mm dimensions preserve authentic vintage proportions.

The 17 jewel automatic movement further enhances its appeal for someone looking for a genuine mechanical Swiss watch that can be both collected and enjoyed.