Timex made 200 individually numbered Marlin California Dial watches. The 34 mm hand-wound model carries a $299 US price and was marked out of stock on Timex’s US store on 10 November 2026. Timex US: An official India price remains unconfirmed.
Key Highlights
- Timex split the run into 100 watches for a New York fair and 100 for its online store.
- The black dial mixes Roman and Arabic numerals, with luminous fill on the hands.
- The watch pairs a domed acrylic crystal with an 18 mm quick-release leather strap.
How Timex Released the 200 Watches
The first watches appeared in October at the Windup Watch Fair in New York, which ran from 16 to 18 October. Timex’s 9 November announcement explains how the company divided the edition between the fair and its own website. Windup Watch Fair: The number engraved on each case back identifies which batch it came from.
- Numbers 1–100 debuted at the Windup Watch Fair.
- Numbers 101–200 were offered exclusively through Timex.com after the fair.
The Timex US product listing showed the model out of stock on 10 November. The brand’s launch images show case back 001/200. Timex US: If a resale listing uses that same press photo, ask for a picture of the actual watch and its engraving. Match the seller’s model reference, TW6A28700, to the official listing.
What Gives the California Dial Marlin Its Look?
Roman numerals sit on the upper half of the dial, while Arabic numerals occupy the lower half. Bars mark 3, 6, and 9 o’clock. Gold-tone markers stand out against the black face, and luminous fill helps the hands show in low light. Timex US: The layout predates this Marlin by decades. Panerai’s account of the Radiomir describes an early California dial that paired mixed numerals with bar markers and a railway-style minute track. CA Panerai Official Website. Timex brings that layout to its compact Marlin case.
| Feature | Timex Marlin California Dial |
| Case | 34 mm polished stainless steel, 13.5 mm thick |
| Movement | Hand-wound mechanical |
| Crystal | Domed acrylic |
| Strap | Brown leather, 18 mm wide, quick-release |
| Water resistance | 30 metres |
| Listed weight | 33.2 g |
The width is modest, but the height is worth checking if you wear a fitted shirt cuff. The Marlin 1965 Reissue is also 34 mm across, yet Timex lists it at 10 mm thick. The California Dial model’s supplied strap fits wrists from 150 to 205 mm. Timex US Case diameter alone tells you little about either cuff clearance or strap fit.
- Winding. Turning the crown tensions the spring that powers the movement. Timex describes daily winding as part of wearing this model.
- Crystal care. The dome gives the face its vintage profile. According to Timex’s guide to crystal materials, acrylic scratches more easily than mineral glass, though light marks can often be buffed out.
Price and Availability for Buyers in India
At the 10 November exchange rate, $299 converts to roughly ₹28,000 before import-related costs. India falls outside the destinations in Timex’s international delivery table, and a local price for this reference remains unconfirmed. Timex US: If you find one through a reseller, ask for the total in rupees, including delivery, and who handles returns.
The limited edition costs $40 more than the $259 Marlin 1965 Reissue on the US store. Both watches have a 34 mm case, a hand-wound movement, and an acrylic crystal. The mixed numerals and numbered case back are the clearest visual differences. Timex India also lists a silver-dial 34 mm hand-wound Marlin under a different reference. Timex US: That listing gives Indian buyers a local reference point for the size and winding style.
Use TW6A28700 when checking stock or asking Timex India about the watch. The reference helps distinguish it from other listings titled simply “Timex Marlin”.
FAQs
Does the Timex Marlin California Dial need a battery?
The watch runs on energy stored in a spring. Turning the crown winds that spring, and Timex describes daily winding as part of keeping the watch running.
Can I replace the strap on this Marlin?
Yes. The brown leather strap uses quick-release spring bars. Look for an 18 mm replacement and check the strap length as well as the width before ordering.
Can I swim with the Timex Marlin California Dial?
Timex rates it to 30 metres and describes that rating as suitable for handwashing or accidental splashes. Take the watch off before showering, swimming or diving.
What wrist size does the original strap fit?
Timex lists the supplied strap for wrist circumferences from 150 to 205 mm. Measure just below your wrist bone and compare your measurement with that range.
Does the number on the case back identify the release batch?
Yes. Numbers 1 to 100 were allocated to the New York fair, and Timex offered numbers 101 to 200 through its own website after the event.
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