Description

Elegant and exceptionally thin Raymond Weil Genève “Othello” dress watch from the late 1980s, presented in very nice original condition.
This model features the original Swiss RW131 quartz movement with 13 jewels — a refined jeweled Swiss caliber from an era when “Swiss quartz” still represented technological pride, precision engineering and understated luxury rather than disposable mass production.
At the heart of the watch lies an original 13-jewel movement—a “proper vintage Swiss quartz”—not some off-the-shelf module.
In its day, this watch looked like Raymond Weil’s answer to:
• Cartier Tank,
• the Concord Delirium,
• the Piaget ultra-thin quartz,
• the Ebel from the 1980s.
In other words:
“an elegant, luxurious ultra-thin quartz dress watch.”
In the 1980s, quartz was synonymous with modernity and luxury—especially thin models like this one.
This model perfectly captures the spirit of the era:
• the technology race,
• ultra-thin designs,
• jeweler’s precision,
• the moment when quartz was something futuristic and luxurious.
And this Raymond Weil watch embodies that very philosophy.
The watch measures only 4mm thick including the crystal, giving it an incredibly slim and elegant profile on the wrist. As expected from a genuine late-1980s vintage timepiece, the watch displays light signs of careful use acquired over the decades. These minor traces of age are entirely consistent with its history and add to the authenticity and character of the piece. While traditionally considered a men's dress watch, its elegant proportions and easily adjustable bracelet allow it to be worn comfortably by both gentlemen and ladies.
Features:
• Raymond Weil Genève “Othello”
• Reference 104
• Original Swiss RW131 quartz movement
• 13 jewels
• Ultra-thin construction
• 4mm total thickness including crystal
• 18K gold electroplated case and integrated bracelet
• Original crown, dial, glass, caseback and movement
• Beautiful glossy pearl-tone enamel dial with applied Raymond Weil logo
• Swiss Made
•1980s vintage model
This watch perfectly captures the refined late-1980s Swiss luxury aesthetic — ultra-thin, elegant, restrained and beautifully detailed.
The glossy porcelain dial gives the watch a distinctive jewellery-grade appearance with a subtle “cold luxury” character typical of high-end Swiss design from the period.
A genuinely interesting and well-executed vintage Raymond Weil piece with far more character and craftsmanship than typical quartz watches of the same era.
Running and keeping time.
Perfect for collectors of vintage Swiss watches or anyone looking for a classy and unusual ultra-thin dress watch with authentic late-1980s Geneva character.
Every effort has been made to present the watch accurately. The photographs form an integral part of the description and are intended to illustrate its condition, character and overall appearance in detail. A new, high-quality battery has been installed.
Collection or insured registered postage for additional fee available.