My New Dumai II vintage LCD

[The Second Hand]

I don't post much, but the last time I posted, I had found this watch at a thrift store:



Last week I was at a thrift shop and picked up this amazing good condition vintage Dumai II, for $10. There is virtually no info on the internet about it, but it is shockingly simplistic, yet elegant. I'm guessing early to mid 1970's. I also think that the casing may be gold plated. Thought I would show it off and see if there is anyone who knows about this great looking piece.

[dutchsiberia]

Nice watch with an Optel module. I've got one that looks exactly the same, can't remember the name
I'll get back to you

[wzy-hman]

is the screen a yellow/gold colour? These later gen Optel modules typically had the normal black with a grayish screen

[Adam]

I had a digitaire that was very similar

[dutchsiberia]

That's the one I also have :)

[Gummo]

Great find . I have a similar one with Torino branding . Same yellowish tint .

[The Second Hand]

Thanks for posting guys. So, it would seem that this watch was for hire, which makes sense, as I believe Dumai was exclusive to the Hudson's Bay Company stores in Canada. Their house brand, admit were; not the best quality, but not the worst either. So has anyone managed to do any research and learn anything about the manufacturer? I'm guessing it's a decent watch, but nothing to write home about. I find it to be very aesthetically pleasing, in a Space 1999 kinda way.