This is a vintage Vantage mechanical wristwatch featuring the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) emblem on the dial. The center reads “7 1896,” referencing the union’s founding year.

The silver-tone dial features black hour markers, a red second hand, and a date window at the 3 o’clock position. It’s set in a gold-tone case with a stainless steel back marked:

“Resistant to Water Shock – Base Metal Bezel – Stainless Steel Back.”

This is a manual-wind mechanical watch that runs when wound, though its long-term accuracy hasn’t been tested. The plastic crystal has visible cracks, and the dial shows patina and surface aging consistent with its vintage character.

The watch includes a brown textured strap marked “Made in Hong Kong 18.” The band measures approximately 7.25 inches in total inner circumference, fitting wrists around 6.5–7.25 inches comfortably.

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Details

• Brand: Vantage

• Movement: Mechanical (manual wind)

• Dial: Silver with IUOE insignia and “7 1896” text

• Case Material: Gold-tone base metal bezel

• Case Back: Stainless steel (Resistant to Water Shock)

• Date Window: 3 o’clock

• Strap: Brown textured band, “Made in Hong Kong 18”

• Fits Wrist Size: Approx. 6.5–7.25 inches

• Condition: Vintage – runs when wound; cracked crystal; aged dial; light case wear