Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue TW2Y87100UJ Quartz Men’s Watch

The Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue TW2Y87100UJ brings vintage-inspired watch design into a contemporary quartz timepiece. With a deep blue gradient fumé dial, gold-tone hour markers, a polished stainless-steel case, and a matching blue leather strap, this model blends late-1970s styling with practical everyday functionality.

The Timex TW2Y87100UJ price in Bangladesh is ৳30,000 at SecondBit. Its 37 mm stainless-steel case, day-date display, and distinctive blue fumé dial make it an interesting option for buyers who appreciate classic watch design with a modern interpretation.

The most recognisable feature is its blue fumé dial. The gradient finish transitions from a brighter blue centre towards darker outer edges, creating depth and changing appearance under different lighting conditions.

Gold-tone indices and hands provide contrast against the blue background, while the polished silver-tone case creates a balanced colour combination.

The watch uses a battery-powered quartz movement and displays hours, minutes, seconds, day, and date. Its acrylic crystal reinforces the design's vintage character, while the natural leather strap adds a coordinated finishing touch.

For buyers who appreciate retro-inspired watches, gradient dials, and practical quartz timekeeping, the Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue is a distinctive option at ৳30,000.

The watch comes with a 2-year international warranty at SecondBit.

Timex TW2Y87100UJ Specifications

• Brand: Timex
• Collection: Timex Re-Issues
• Official Model Name: 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue
• Model Reference: TW2Y87100UJ
• Base Reference: TW2Y87100
• Watch Category: Men’s quartz watch
• Movement: Quartz analogue
• Movement Designation: Timex M732, according to specialist documentation
• Power Source: Battery
• Battery Reference: SR626SW, according to specialist documentation
• Case Diameter: 37 mm
• Case Thickness: 13.5 mm
• Lug-to-Lug: Approximately 42 mm
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Case Colour: Silver-tone
• Case Finish: Polished
• Case Shape: Tonneau / softly contoured rectangular
• Dial Colour: Blue Fumé
• Dial Finish: Gradient
• Hour Markers: Gold-tone applied indices
• Hands: Gold-tone
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Strap Material: Natural leather
• Strap Colour: Blue
• Strap Texture: Crocodile-grain
• Strap Width: 20 mm
• Clasp: Pin buckle
• Strap Attachment: Quick-release spring bars
• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, day, and date
• Day-Date Display: At 3 o’clock
• Water Resistance: 50 metres / 5 ATM
• Price at SecondBit: ৳30,000
• Warranty: 2-Year International Warranty

Specifications are based on Timex’s regional product information and supporting specialist watch documentation.

Design and Build Quality

Case and Dial Design

The Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue features a 37 mm stainless-steel case with a polished silver-tone finish.

Its softly contoured tonneau-style profile reflects the design language of late-1970s watches. The rounded case shape provides a distinctive alternative to conventional round watch designs.

The blue fumé dial is the main visual highlight. Its gradient finish creates a smoky appearance, with brighter blue tones transitioning towards darker edges.

This effect adds depth and makes the dial appear to shift subtly in different lighting.

Gold-tone applied hour markers and matching hands create a warm contrast against the blue background.

The day-date display sits at approximately 3 o’clock, providing practical calendar functionality without making the dial unnecessarily complicated.

Leather Strap

The TW2Y87100UJ comes with a blue natural leather strap featuring a crocodile-grain texture.

The strap complements the blue fumé dial and creates a coordinated appearance with the gold-tone hands and polished silver-tone case.

Its 20 mm width provides balanced proportions relative to the 37 mm case.

The strap uses a conventional pin buckle and quick-release spring bars. This lets you fit compatible replacement straps without a specialised watch tool.

The blue leather construction also makes the watch particularly interesting for buyers who prefer coordinated dial-and-strap colour combinations.

Crystal and Water Resistance

The watch uses an acrylic crystal.

Acrylic is a lightweight material commonly associated with vintage-inspired watches. It offers good impact resistance and can often be polished to address minor surface scratches.

However, acrylic is more susceptible to scratching than sapphire crystal. Buyers should keep this distinction in mind when comparing crystal materials.

The Timex TW2Y87100UJ has a water-resistance rating of 50 metres (5 ATM).

Timex describes this model as suitable for light swimming, but not snorkelling or poolside diving.

Although the case has a 50-metre rating, protect the natural leather strap from unnecessary water exposure.

Movement and Performance

Movement and Calibre

The Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue TW2Y87100UJ uses a battery-powered quartz analogue movement.

Quartz technology regulates timekeeping through a vibrating quartz crystal. The movement uses battery power to drive the watch hands and calendar functions.

Unlike an automatic mechanical watch, this model does not require wrist movement or manual winding.

The movement is identified as Timex M732 in specialist product documentation. The listed battery reference is SR626SW.

The quartz mechanism offers a straightforward ownership experience, especially for buyers who prefer a watch that doesn't need regular winding.

Power Source and Accuracy

The watch operates using a replaceable battery.

Quartz movements generally provide more consistent everyday timekeeping than conventional mechanical movements.

The battery must eventually be replaced when its stored energy is depleted. The cited manufacturer documentation does not provide a model-level battery-life estimate or a numerical accuracy tolerance, so these figures are not included.

The absence of a mechanical power reserve makes this watch convenient for buyers who may not wear it every day.

Functions and Complications

The Timex TW2Y87100UJ combines traditional analogue timekeeping with a practical day-date display.

Its functions include:

• Hours: Displays the current hour.
• Minutes: Displays the current minutes.
• Seconds: Central seconds-hand indication.
• Day: Displays the day of the week.
• Date: Displays the calendar date.
• Quartz timekeeping: Uses a battery-powered electronic movement.

The combined day-date window at 3 o’clock adds useful calendar information while preserving the classic dial arrangement.

Features and Everyday Use

The Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue combines a distinctive vintage-inspired appearance with practical quartz functionality.

Its 37 mm case offers relatively compact proportions compared with many contemporary men’s watches.

The blue fumé dial provides the strongest visual identity. Its gradient finish, gold-tone indices, and matching hands create a coordinated appearance that works well with the silver-tone case.

The blue crocodile-grain leather strap reinforces the vintage styling and provides a more traditional wearing experience than a metal bracelet.

The quartz movement makes everyday ownership simple. It does not require winding, and the day-date display provides useful calendar information.

The acrylic crystal supports the design's retro character, although buyers who prioritise scratch resistance may prefer a watch with sapphire crystal.

Its 50-metre water-resistance rating offers additional everyday practicality within the manufacturer’s stated usage guidelines.

Overall, the TW2Y87100UJ is particularly appealing to buyers who appreciate:

• Vintage-inspired 1970s watch design.
• Blue fumé gradient dials.
• Gold-tone applied indices.
• Polished stainless-steel cases.
• Quartz analogue movements.
• Day-date calendar displays.
• Blue crocodile-grain leather straps.
• Compact 37 mm watch cases.

Who Should Consider the Timex TW2Y87100UJ?

The Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue may appeal to several types of watch buyers.

Vintage-watch enthusiasts: Its late-1970s design inspiration, fumé dial, and softly contoured case provide a distinctive retro appearance.

Blue dial watch enthusiasts: The gradient blue dial offers more visual depth than a conventional flat-colour dial.

Quartz watch buyers: Its battery-powered movement provides straightforward timekeeping without the winding requirements of mechanical watches.

Leather-strap enthusiasts: The blue crocodile-grain natural leather strap creates a coordinated appearance with the dial.

Everyday watch buyers: The day-date display and 50-metre water-resistance rating add practical functionality.

At ৳30,000, it is worth considering for customers looking for a distinctive Timex reissue with blue dial styling and practical quartz timekeeping.

Why Buy the Timex TW2Y87100UJ from SecondBit?

Shop Online or Visit Our Showroom

SecondBit lets customers buy watches through its official website or visit its physical showroom to inspect a timepiece before buying.

Our showroom address is:

Shop 470, Level 3, Police Plaza Concord Shopping Mall, Gulshan 1, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Customers can examine the blue fumé dial, polished case, leather strap, and overall finishing before deciding, subject to product availability.

Payment and EMI Options

SecondBit offers several payment options:

• Credit cards.
• Debit cards.
• Mobile Financial Services (MFS).
• Bank transfer.
• Cash on delivery, subject to the published advance-payment conditions.
• EMI through the SSL E-Commerce payment platform, subject to participating bank eligibility and applicable charges.

For more information about payment methods and applicable charges, please review our payment policy.

Nationwide and Dhaka Delivery

SecondBit offers delivery services across Bangladesh, subject to applicable service terms.

Customers inside Dhaka City may request available instant delivery services after full payment, depending on product availability and delivery location.

For more information, read our delivery policy.

Please review our terms and conditions before placing an order.

Warranty

The Timex TW2Y87100UJ comes with a 2-year international warranty at SecondBit.

Warranty coverage is subject to the applicable terms and conditions. Customers should retain their purchase documentation for warranty-related assistance.

For more information, please review our warranty policy.

How to Purchase the Timex TW2Y87100UJ

Customers can order through our website and choose an available payment method.

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the SecondBit website.
2. Find the Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue TW2Y87100UJ product page.
3. Review the specifications, price, and warranty.
4. Select the available ordering option.
5. Provide the required contact and delivery information.
6. Choose an available payment method.

Available payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, MFS, and bank transfer.

Cash on delivery is available subject to the advance-payment conditions published by SecondBit. Customers pay the remaining amount upon delivery.

EMI is available through the SSL E-Commerce platform, subject to participating bank conditions and applicable charges.

Customers who prefer to inspect the watch before purchasing can visit the SecondBit showroom at Police Plaza Concord Shopping Mall, Gulshan 1, Dhaka.

Showroom pickup and nationwide delivery are available, subject to applicable service terms.

Please review our payment policy, delivery policy, and terms and conditions before completing your purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Timex TW2Y87100UJ

What is the price of Timex TW2Y87100UJ in Bangladesh?

The Timex TW2Y87100UJ is priced at ৳30,000 at SecondBit. Contact our team to confirm current availability and purchasing details.

Does Timex TW2Y87100UJ come with a warranty?

Yes. The Timex TW2Y87100UJ comes with a 2-year international warranty. Coverage depends on the applicable warranty terms and conditions.

Can I order Timex TW2Y87100UJ online?

Yes. You can order the Timex TW2Y87100UJ through our website and choose an available payment method. Available online payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, MFS, and bank transfer. Cash on delivery is also available, subject to the applicable advance-payment conditions. You can pay the remaining amount after receiving your order.

Can I buy Timex TW2Y87100UJ on EMI?

Yes. SecondBit offers EMI through its SSL E-Commerce payment platform. Eligibility and installment terms depend on the applicable bank or provider conditions and EMI charges.

Does SecondBit deliver Timex TW2Y87100UJ across Bangladesh?

SecondBit offers nationwide delivery, subject to applicable service terms. Delivery options depend on the customer’s location and selected delivery partner. Contact our team to confirm the available services for your area.

Can I inspect Timex TW2Y87100UJ before purchasing?

Yes. You can visit the SecondBit showroom at Shop 470, Level 3, Police Plaza, Concord Shopping Mall, Gulshan 1, Dhaka, Bangladesh, to inspect the timepiece before deciding. Showroom pickup is also available. Please confirm product availability before visiting.

Where can I buy Timex TW2Y87100UJ in Bangladesh?

You can purchase the Timex TW2Y87100UJ through the SecondBit website or visit the SecondBit showroom at Shop 470, Level 3, Police Plaza Concord Shopping Mall, Gulshan 1, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

What does the Timex TW2Y87100UJ warranty cover?

The Timex TW2Y87100UJ comes with a 2-year international warranty. Warranty coverage is subject to the applicable terms and conditions. Physical damage and repairs carried out by a third party may void warranty coverage where specified in the applicable terms. Refer to the relevant warranty documentation for complete coverage, exclusions, and service conditions.

Please review our warranty policy for further information.

More Questions About the Timex TW2Y87100UJ

Is the Timex TW2Y87100UJ automatic or quartz?

The Timex TW2Y87100UJ is a battery-powered quartz analogue watch. It uses a battery-powered quartz movement and does not require wrist movement or manual winding.

What does fumé mean in the Timex 1978 Day Date Fumé Reissue?

Fumé describes the dial's gradient finish. On this blue variant, the colour transitions from brighter blue tones towards darker outer edges, creating a smoky appearance.

Does the Timex TW2Y87100UJ have a day-date display?

Yes. The watch has a combined day-and-date display at 3 o’clock. It displays both the day of the week and the calendar date.

What type of crystal does the Timex TW2Y87100UJ use?

The Timex TW2Y87100UJ uses acrylic crystal. Acrylic is a lightweight material often used in vintage-inspired watches. It is more susceptible to surface scratches than sapphire crystal.

Can I replace the leather strap on the Timex TW2Y87100UJ?

Yes. The watch uses quick-release spring bars so that you can fit compatible replacement straps without a specialised watch tool. Its original strap width is 20 mm.

Is the Timex TW2Y87100UJ suitable for swimming?

Timex specifies 50 metres (5 ATM) of water resistance and describes the watch as suitable for light swimming, but not snorkelling or poolside diving. Protect the natural leather strap from unnecessary water exposure.