What is the battery life of the Q-Timex 1982, and what type of battery does it use?

The watch uses two batteries: SR626SW and SR521SW. Battery life is not explicitly stated in the specifications, but quartz analog-digital movements typically last 1–2 years.

How does the hybrid analog-digital interface work? Does the analog hand move to indicate digital modes or alerts?

The analog hands operate independently to tell time, while the digital display shows additional functions like chronograph, alarm, and date. You switch between digital modes using the pusher above the crown and the pair of pushers on the left side. There is no indication that the analog hands move to indicate digital modes or alerts.

Can the mesh stainless steel band be adjusted for sizing without tools, or does it require removing links?

The mesh stainless steel bracelet is adjustable for a custom fit, likely via a sliding clasp that does not require tools. However, we could not confirm the exact adjustment mechanism for this specific model. If you need absolute certainty, we recommend contacting Timex directly.

What type of crystal is used on the watch face (e.g., mineral, acrylic, sapphire)?

The watch uses a mineral crystal, which is a toughened glass that offers good scratch resistance and clarity.

Timex

Q-Timex® 1982 Watch

CA$249.00CAD

In Stock

The Timex Q-Timex 1982 is a hybrid wristwatch that combines an analog three-hand quartz movement with a digital LCD display, offering both traditional timekeeping and digital functions such as alarm and stopwatch. It features a 33 mm stainless steel case, water resistance up to 3 ATM, and a stainless steel expansion-style bracelet with a locking clasp. Ideal for everyday wear, this watch also includes a signature storage case for safekeeping.

Material: Stainless steel case and band
Style: vintage, classic
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Watches

Color

Silver

Size

ONE SIZE

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Specifications

Hybrid quartz watch with alarm and stopwatch features, stainless steel case and mesh band, water-resistant up to 30 meters.

Alarm, stopwatch, water-resistant (3 ATM), locking clasp

Material: Stainless steel case and band
Style: vintage, classic
Gender: male
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Watches

Additional Attributes

Hybrid quartz and digital display
Three-hand quartz movement
Alarm function
Stopwatch function
33 mm stainless steel case
Water-resistant to 30 meters (3 ATM)
Mesh-like stainless steel 16 mm band
Locking clasp closure
Signature storage case included

Product Insights

The Q-Timex 1982 Watch is an authentic reissue of an early-80s design, featuring a 33mm full stainless steel case and mesh bracelet with mineral crystal and a central seconds hand for a traditional analog feel. Its vintage proportions deliver an understated wrist presence, and the tool-free sliding clasp enables easy sizing. The watch includes a dedicated Timex storage case, elevating its collectible presentation. Priced at CAD 249, it bridges entry-level ana-digi and Swiss luxury. A key tradeoff: the analog seconds hand operates independently of the digital chronograph and alarm, and mode switching uses three pushers without a menu. Battery life is 1–2 years using two different batteries.

Verified claims

Design authenticity: Named reissue from Q Timex series with early-80s design archive, 33mm case faithful to original, and central seconds hand for classic accuracy.
Materials: Full stainless steel case and bracelet with mineral crystal glass, delivering durability and scratch resistance.
Value and presentation: Timex storage case and CAD 249 pricing position it between entry-level ana-digi and Swiss luxury, emphasizing collectibility and stainless steel.
Wrist presence: 33mm case gives understated vintage wrist presence with dense stainless steel feel.
Band adjustment: Mesh bracelet adjusts via tool-free sliding clasp for custom fit.
Collector presentation: Dedicated storage case elevates presentation as a collectible.
Traditional feel: Central seconds hand makes the analog display feel complete and dressy.
Analog timekeeping: Analog seconds hand runs independently of digital chronograph and alarm.
Vintage styling: 33mm case and central seconds hand mirror the 1982 model’s compact, dressy look.
Bracelet fit: Sliding clasp on mesh bracelet enables tool-free sizing for a custom fit.
Packaging: Dedicated Timex storage case presents the watch as a collectible piece.
Scratch resistance: Mineral crystal offers better scratch resistance than acrylic while maintaining optical clarity.
Storage case: Comes in a dedicated Timex storage case.
Heritage: Authentic 1982 reissue with dedicated storage case.
Build quality: Full stainless steel case and mesh bracelet with mineral crystal and central seconds hand.
Sizing: 33mm vintage-proportion case with tool-free adjustable mesh bracelet.
Interface: Independent analog and digital modes with typical 1-2 year battery life.
Analog independence: Analog hands do not move for digital modes or alerts.
Mode switching: Digital mode switching uses three pushers, no menu screen.
Analog movement: Central seconds hand differentiates from typical two-hand ana-digi watches.
Bracelet feel: Bracelet is heavier and more durable than typical entry-level ana-digi watches.
Battery: Battery replacement needs two different SR626SW and SR521SW batteries, lasting 1–2 years.

Product record

Title: Q-Timex® 1982 Watch
Brand: Timex
Price: 249 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Value compared to other ana-digi watches

At CAD 249, the Q-Timex 1982 sits above the sub-$150 plastic-cased ana-digi segment but below the $500+ Swiss luxury ana-digis, allocating its premium to stainless steel construction and heritage design rather than a mechanical movement or Swiss branding.
The 33mm case is one of the smallest in the modern ana-digi market, faithfully replicating the 1982 original's dimensions and appealing to wearers who want an understated, period-authentic profile rather than a modern oversized watch.
Mineral glass offers a noticeable step up in scratch resistance from the acrylic crystals used on many entry-level ana-digi watches, helping the face stay clear and unblemished through daily wear.
As a named reissue from the Q Timex series, the 1982 model draws on genuine early-80s design archives, giving it a heritage story that generic retro-styled ana-digi competitors cannot match.
Packaged in a dedicated Timex storage case rather than a basic box, the watch is presented as a collectible piece, adding perceived value that aligns with its higher price tier and enthusiast focus.
A solid stainless steel case and mesh bracelet replace the resin and plated construction typical of entry-level ana-digi watches, delivering a heavier, more luxurious wrist feel and better long-term durability.
Including a central seconds hand alongside the analog hour and minute hands creates a more complete and traditional time-telling experience than the two-hand layouts common on many ana-digi watches, enhancing the watch's dressy, classic character.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Front-facing rectangular stainless-steel wristwatch with integrated metal expansion bracelet, black analog dial with silver hands and markers, and a small rectangular digital time window at the top of the dial.
Case shape and finishOctagonal-rectangular case with slightly chamfered corners and polished stainless-steel finish visible on bezel and case sides.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.46 (high)
Analog dialMatte black square dial inset within the case, containing white minute tick marks around the perimeter and slightly longer hour markers at quarter positions.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.20 · w 0.54 · h 0.38 (high)
HandsTwo slim silver dauphine-style hands for hours and minutes and a thin silver seconds hand with circular pivot hub.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.31 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high)
Digital display windowRectangular digital LCD window positioned at the top-center inside the case showing segmented digits.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.15 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high)
Visible text on dial“TIMEX”
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.30 · w 0.14 · h 0.04 (high)
Additional dial text“QUARTZ”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.03 (high)
Hexagon logoSmall gold hexagonal logo positioned above the TIMEX text on the dial.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.26 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high)
Left-side buttonsTwo small round stainless-steel pushers located along the left case edge, vertically spaced.
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.30 · w 0.04 · h 0.11 (high)
Right-side crown and pusherKnurled stainless-steel crown and a small round pusher above it on the right case edge.
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (high)
Crystal and inner bezelFlat clear crystal with a thin black inner bezel framing the dial and digital window.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.42 (high)
Bracelet typePolished stainless-steel expansion-style bracelet with closely spaced horizontal ridges across the full visible length.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.58 · w 0.48 · h 0.42 (high)
Other
Studio-style frontal product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the lower bracelet; even diffuse lighting with minimal reflections.
Shot compositionCentered front-facing product photograph showing entire watch and visible portions of the bracelet, tightly cropped with space above and below.
BackgroundUniform light grey background filling the frame.
ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the lower bracelet indicating overhead lighting.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.85 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (medium)
Colors
polished silver· case and bracelet#CCC4BCmatte black· dial#2C2B25metallic gold· hexagon logo
02: Product
Rear-facing stainless steel wristwatch with visible square case back, crown and expansion-style metal bracelet; deployment clasp visible with TIMEX engraving.
Case back shapeSquare-to-rounded stainless steel case back with slightly chamfered edges and brushed finish; secured at corners by visible small screws.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.17 · w 0.38 · h 0.34 (high)
Crown and pushersSingle circular crown positioned at the top edge of the case (as shown) with a small adjacent rectangular pusher; polished finish slightly brighter than case back.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.08 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (medium)
Expansion braceletFlexible metal expansion-style bracelet composed of narrow vertical ridged links forming a curved band around the watch; inner side shows finer woven link pattern near the lugs.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.26 · w 0.33 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.28 · w 0.23 · h 0.45 (high)
Clasp constructionFold-over metal clasp with brushed finish and a small hinge pin; clasp sits at the front of the band and overlaps the ridged links.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high)
Clasp text“TIMEX”
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.13 (high)
Case back marking“TIMEX”Partial
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.28 · w 0.10 · h 0.28 (medium)
Finish and textureOverall brushed stainless steel finish across case back, clasp and bracelet with narrow vertical machining lines visible on the bracelet links and broader brushed grain on flat surfaces.
Other
Studio-style product photograph on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the watch; image framed to show the watch band forming an arc and the case back facing the camera.
Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and surface with a subtle soft shadow under the band and clasp.
Shot compositionThree-quarter rear view showing the watch case back centered toward the top of the frame and the bracelet curved forward to the bottom foreground; slight perspective foreshortening.
Image qualitySharp focus on foreground clasp and bracelet with slightly softer focus toward the case back; neutral, even lighting with minimal specular highlights.
Colors
brushed stainless silver· case back#C9C4BEmatte silver· bracelet links#C4C4C3brushed warm silver· clasp#C4BEB9

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Q&A

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What is the battery life of the Q-Timex 1982, and what type of battery does it use?: The watch uses two batteries: SR626SW and SR521SW. Battery life is not explicitly stated in the specifications, but quartz analog-digital movements typically last 1–2 years.
How does the hybrid analog-digital interface work? Does the analog hand move to indicate digital modes or alerts?: The analog hands operate independently to tell time, while the digital display shows additional functions like chronograph, alarm, and date. You switch between digital modes using the pusher above the crown and the pair of pushers on the left side. There is no indication that the analog hands move to indicate digital modes or alerts.
Can the mesh stainless steel band be adjusted for sizing without tools, or does it require removing links?: The mesh stainless steel bracelet is adjustable for a custom fit, likely via a sliding clasp that does not require tools. However, we could not confirm the exact adjustment mechanism for this specific model. If you need absolute certainty, we recommend contacting Timex directly.
What type of crystal is used on the watch face (e.g., mineral, acrylic, sapphire)?: The watch uses a mineral crystal, which is a toughened glass that offers good scratch resistance and clarity.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-accessories/watches/q-timex-1982-watch--10127-5900?colourId=0
Updated: August 10, 2026