Grand Seiko Hi-Beat Watch, Solid 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Automatic, 36,000 Vibrations, Woven Bracelet, 1970s
Grand Seiko Hi-Beat Watch, Solid 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Automatic, 36,000 Vibrations, Woven Bracelet, 1970s
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A Grand Seiko Hi-Beat automatic from the 1970s in solid 18 carat yellow gold, with a textured cream dial, date window and a fine woven gold bracelet.
The Piece
Grand Seiko was launched by Seiko in 1960, with the aim of making the finest watch in Japan.
The case flows into the bracelet in one line, with a polished bezel, a textured cream dial and slim gold baton markers. The date sits at four thirty, and the bracelet is a close weave of small rectangular gold links finished with a folding clasp.
The previous owner dates the watch to the 1970s and gives a total weight of 119.3 g (4.21 oz) in 18 carat gold, with the bracelet set to a wrist of 19 to 19.5 cm (7.5 to 7.7 in). The Hi-Beat movement beats at 36,000 vibrations an hour. The watch is offered on its own, without box or papers. Three photographs cover the dial, the watch on its bracelet and the full length of the bracelet.
Details
- Maker: Grand Seiko
- Model: Hi-Beat automatic with date; reference not stated
- Material: 18 carat yellow gold case and bracelet, as stated; textured cream dial with gold baton markers and hands
- Movement: Automatic, high-beat at 36,000 vibrations an hour
- Measurements: Wrist 19 cm (7.5 in) to 19.5 cm (7.7 in) at the adjusted length; total weight 119.3 g (4.21 oz); case size not stated
- Water resistance: Not stated
- Colour: Yellow gold; cream dial
- Fastening: Folding clasp
- Included: Watch on bracelet only, without box or papers
Condition
- Grade A in Japan: very good, with no noticeable scratches or stains.
- Dial, date window and bracelet are present and complete in the photographs.
- Offered without box or papers; no service history is stated.
Condition grade A (good) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
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Case and caseback engravings, dial printing, movement, crown and bracelet are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it away from magnets and damp, and have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker before regular wear.
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