grandpa don’s mostly movados
Make/Model/Serial Number: Vintage Movado Unisex 18K Gold Plate & Stainless Steel Quartz Watch, Silver Dial W/Gold Hands/Model #:84.40.874/Serial #:5281XX
Description:
This Vintage MOVADO Classic Museum Two-Toned 18k Gold Plate/Stainless Steel Quartz Watch is a stylish and elegant wristwatch suitable for both casual or formal wear (I have listed this as "unisex" - in reality it is a smaller men's watch just as suitable on a women's wrist). With a classic design featuring Gold Tone hands against a Silver Dial is classic and elegant at the same time. Add the Movado name and traditional gold “rising sun” dot at 12 o’clock and you have a very unique and special watch. Set against the silver bezel and crown, a classy stainless steel bracelet with 18k gold plated separators and fold-over locking buckle with, what else can I add? This watch exudes a timeless and sophisticated appeal. The Swiss quartz movement ensures accurate timekeeping, making it a practical and reliable accessory for any occasion. Perfect for those who appreciate quality craftsmanship and a blend of traditional and modern design elements, this Movado watch is a versatile and chic choice for that special individual.
As with all of the watches we sell, they have been reconditioned and authenticity is guaranteed – this watch works great and shows well. If you are looking for a moderately priced Movado watch then look no further. This package includes a very nice off brand presentation box. And don't forget, Christmas is just around the corner - it is never too early to purchase that special gift for that special person, yourself included!!
And...Now That You Have Seen the Rest, Check Out the Best ~ I cordially invite you to visit GrandPa Don's Mostly Movados Ebay Store at gmdd0929 where we have more than 175 new and reconditioned Movado watches for sale as-well-as a number of other goodies….
GrandPa Don's Rating: 4+
This watch is Mechanical Sound - fully operational as-well-as Aesthetically Pleasing this watch will make an excellent addition to any gentleman’s collection. As previously mentioned there is a trade-off between removing all the scratches on the band or preserving the gold plating, a very delicate call indeed - so there are a few more scratches then usual for one of our reconditioned watches. Battery changed in October 2025 which should bring years of trouble free service for the new owner.
Item Material Details:
Metal | The watch you receive is refurbished to the best possible condition and assigned a present condition number from 3-5 (see below). The battery in your quartz watch is guaranteed to have been replaced within the past 6 months. All of our watches are shipped in a display/storage box that in most cases, corresponds to the brand. |
Notes:
è Unfortunately, due to concern with the high levels of fraud, orders through Ebay that have non-matching shipping/billing address will be cancelled.
è Pictures detail the watch and box you will receive. At no additional charge, you will receive either a new or historically accurate Movado box/presentation case.
è Where possible, I have added links to increase the size of the band to fit a larger wrist.
è No other accessories are included other than what is shown in photos. Please closely access photos for condition and message us with ANY QUESTIONS prior to purchase.
Shipping:
è SHIPPING & INSURANCE ARE PAID FOR BY THE BUYER
è BILLING AND SHIPPING ADDRESS MUST MATCH OR WE CAN NOT SHIP OUT ITEMS
è All sales over $300 are insured and require a signature upon delivery
è Ships within the continental US ONLY, through USPS Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage OR UPS Ground.
è Under most circumstances, your item will be shipped within one (1) business day.
USPS PRIORITY MAIL should be delivered within 1-3 business days, Ground Advantage and UPS within 5 business days
Returns:
è I WILL ACCEPT RETURNS UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS: Five (5) day return IF DEFECTIVE and returned in same condition as received. Unfortunately, I do not accept a return on items that do not meet your needs – please make sure the watch or other item(s) you purchase meet your needs and expectations before you make the purchase. Please note, returns other than due to a misrepresentation in the listing are subject to a 25% restocking fee.
Rating System:
Keep in mind, light scratching is indicative to stainless steel – and can even be seen on a new watch when using a jeweler’s loop. If you are looking for it, you will see it. Using a jeweler’s loop and using the naked eye give two completely different visualizations. Refurbished watches are not perfect – but should look exceptionally pleasing to the naked eye – thus the rating system that I use:
è A Rating of Three (3): some scratching will be visible to the naked eye. For example, deep scratches on the caseback are usually caused by an individual attempting to change a battery without the proper tools or experience. Although lightened through reconditioning, excising these completely could compromise the integrity of the case.
è A Rating of Four (4): light scratching on the band and/or caseback may be visible to the new owner but most likely not to others. A condition just slightly below a four plus.
è A Rating of Four-Plus (4+): minimal light scratching, if any, on the band or caseback may be present but likely not seen to the naked eye. Watches given this rating have been very lightly used and/or taken very good care by the previous owner. Could easily pass as a new watch.
è A Rating of Five (5): The watch is either brand new and never been worn or lightly used but reconditioned with excellent results – any defects and/or scratches have been removed.
Please Note: Although any distinction between a new watch and a reconditioned watch with a 5 rating is difficult to discern by the naked eye, we will always indicate if a five is a new or a reconditioned watch. Rest assured, I will never sell you a reconditioned watch as a new, unworn watch.
About Us:
Grandpa Don has been in business since 2001and has periodically sold refurbished watches on Ebay since that time. I have more than 25 years experience working on Movado watches and still handle the beautification and refurbishing of the watch you purchase – although I am now a Great GrandPa and do leave the intricate movement work to an expert Movado watch repair business located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.
My primary mission has always been the satisfaction of my customers – many of which are repeat especially during the holiday season. I pride myself on honesty and integrity – when you purchase a Movado watch, or any other brand for that matter from GrandPa Don’s, you are guaranteed to receive a genuine brand watch and not a foreign knockoff. The condition number assigned to your new watch is, to the best of my ability, an indication of the present condition of the watch you will receive.
Ebay uses the term “refurbished”, I prefer “reconditioned”, may just be a matter of semantics to some but there is an important difference to me. What we do is take a used watch, and check the movement for any deficiencies or abnormalities, add a new battery to the watch, then rehab the exterior to remove as many scratches as we can without damaging the finish of the watch or in the case of a leather band, either rehab or replace the band with a genuine Movado band. Add new authentic Movado Presentation/Storage boxes and where necessary (such as with chronograph watches) include a Movado Owners Manual which details/describes how to use the chronograph functions. What you receive is as close to a new watch as possible at approximately 25% of the original price.