Timex Sprite 2317 2471 [1971] Blackjack

Reference: 2317
Caliber: M24 (Manual wind, no date)
Year: 1971
Dial Code: 2317 2471
Closest catalog reference: 231.701
Model: Timex Sprite
Nickname: Timex Blackjack
Case Width: 30mm excluding crown
Dial: White, Blue, Black
Markers: Red/White/Arabic
Hands: Chrome/Lumed, red sweep
Case: Chrome plated
Lug Width: 16mm
Case width: 30mm excluding crown
Crystal: TBC
Compatible crowns: Most sprites with this case style. Check for an extended stem housing

Made in 1971, the vintage Timex Sprite reference 2317 was part of a collection of children’s sports watches featuring bright colorful dials. Collectors of vintage Timex watches call this model the Blackjack as the dial has coloring that resembles the packaging of Blackjack chewing gum. This Timex Sprite has the dial code 2317 2471 which can be found at the bottom of the dial under the 6 o-clock position. Missing from this watch is the word “waterproof” printed on the dial which potentially indicates that this piece was made for the USA market, as it would require this text if made for a European market. The dial is printed with blue and black concentric circles adorned with Arabic numerals. The hands are steel sword style with lumed centers. The sweeping second hand is red. This vintage Timex Sprite “blackjack” has a chrome plated case measuring 30mm across without the crown and has a snap-on stainless steel case back. The lug width is 16mm and drilled allowing for an easy change of watch band. Inside is the M24 manual wind movement with a power reserve of a little over 24 hours.