9102.29.45 - With strap, band or bracelet of textile material or of base metal, whether or not gold- or silver-plated

This HTS category, 9102.29.45, specifically classifies wrist watches that are *not* primarily constructed with precious metals or metal clad with precious metal (as per heading 9101). The defining characteristics for this classification are the presence of a strap, band, or bracelet made from textile materials or base metal, and a movement valued at over $15. Furthermore, these watches must contain a movement with more than seven, but not exceeding seventeen jewels. This level of detail ensures precise identification for watches with a moderate number of jewels and a relatively higher valued movement, often indicating greater complexity or precision compared to lower-valued movements.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 9102.29.50 ("Other"), lies in the explicit criteria of the movement's value ($15 or more) and jewel count (7-17). The "Other" sibling would typically encompass watches that do not meet the specific value or jewel count thresholds defined here, or watches with different strap/band materials not explicitly listed under this subheading's context. Therefore, for classification purposes, the value of the movement and the precise number of jewels are critical differentiating factors.

As this classification represents a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. The classification is complete at this level, encompassing all wrist watches meeting the criteria of having a strap/band/bracelet of textile or base metal, a movement valued over $15, and containing between 8 and 17 jewels. Examples of watches falling under this heading would include many common fashion or everyday wear wrist watches with fabric or base metal straps, and movements of moderate to good quality.