Swatch Irony Retrograde "Dark Metal" YRS400G - Swiss 4-Jewel - Professionally Serviced - 40mm
Description:
For sale is a sophisticated, discontinued 2007 Swatch Irony Retrograde "Cold Hour" (YRS400G). This "Modern Vintage" timepiece combines a rugged stainless steel build with a high-precision, 4-Jewel ETA Swiss Quartz movement.
Condition: Fully Functional. This watch has a brand-new, professionally installed battery. It is keeping perfect time, and the specialized retrograde hands reset and "fly back" to zero exactly as they should.
Measurements & Critical Fit:
Case Diameter*: 40mm * Lug Width**: 21mm * Max Wrist Size***: 8.0 inches (Approx. 20.5cm)
Handedness: Right-Handed
Closure: Deployant Clasp (Manual friction-fit with safety flap)
Technical Specifications
Movement: 4-Jewel Swiss Quartz (ETA G15.261)
Escapement: Swiss Lever Escapement (Quartz regulated)
Bezel: Bi-directional Rotating Stainless Steel (Coin-edge texture)
Dial: Sunburst Silver with "Blue Steel" applied indices
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Condition & Important Notes:
Water Resistance: Officially rated 3 Bar (Splash Proof). Please note the internal seals have not been tested in nearly 20 years; consider this watch Splash Proof only and do not submerge. Sold used "as-is". No returns. Battery replacement was professionally installed but carries a non transferable warranty.
Band Condition: Currently sized for a custom fit, but all original extra links (the "chunk") are included in the sale to reach the full factory length of 8.0"+.
Aesthetics: Please refer to photos for the exact condition of the steel and crystal.
The Asterisk Key (Transparency Guide)
* Indicates a 2mm difference between the 40mm case body and the 42mm total width including the crown.
** Indicates a 2mm difference between the 21mm internal strap notch and the 23mm total width across the metal shoulders.
*** Indicates that the band currently fits a smaller wrist but includes the original extra links to reach the full 8-inch length.