It is not by Timex. I saw a listing for a Timex Sportsman Wearever watch. Very fuzzy picture but it was in a Timex case. Since I like collecting cases I figured why not for $8.50 total. Packaged arrived yesterday and sure enough not a timex but it is a mercury.

Diod some quick searching and what I gather is this is one of those watches made from parts from differnent makers. this is a common pratcie in the industry from what I've read. Anyhow, the movement Swiss Made 17 jewel by Avia.

Cleaned up, new crystal, new strap and a nice additon to the collection. I'm thinking early to mid 50's based on a case size of just over 31mm. Will be taking this to my watch maker to ask him more about it.






Mercury with Avia Movement

How does that song go? Well if i had money
Tell you what I'd do
I'd go downtown and buy a Mercury or two
Crazy bout a Mercury