{"product_id":"000000006754","title":"[Rare] Grand Seiko Second Model Early Production 43999 Double Seiko Crown Lion Medallion Manual Winding Overhauled Made in 1965 Seiko","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the second model of the \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eGrand Seiko, the pinnacle of Japanese domestic watchmaking\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nProduction of the Grand Seiko Second Model began in 1964, four years after the First Model.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCompared to the First Model, a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003edate display\u003c\/span\u003e (with quick-set function) was added.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt features a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003escrew-back case\u003c\/span\u003e, achieving \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e50m water resistance\u003c\/span\u003e (at the time of manufacture).\u003cbr\u003e\nPracticality has been improved.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case material became stainless steel.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003elugs were designed to be thicker, improving durability\u003c\/span\u003e and giving it a strong presence.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece is an early model with a \"\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eLion Medallion\u003c\/span\u003e\" on the case back, making it \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003erare among second models due to its limited production\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dial is an early type, with \"\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eGrand Seiko Diashock 35 jewels\u003c\/span\u003e\" printed at the 6 o'clock position. (Later models switched to the GS logo)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe mirror-polished, multi-faceted hour and minute hands and indices emit an elegant glow.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement is a hand-wound \"\u003cstrong\u003eCal.5722A\u003c\/strong\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crown is 5.5mm in diameter, making it large and easy to grip,\u003cbr\u003e\nmaking it recommended for those new to hand-wound watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Operate Caliber 5722A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate the crown upwards in its normal position.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out two clicks and rotate downwards (the second hand will stop).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate quick-set\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out one click and rotate downwards.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the quick-set function is convenient, \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoperating the quick-set while the watch indicates between '9 PM and 2 AM' will cause a malfunction\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is recommended to set the time to around 6 o'clock before using the quick-set function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis item has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eoverhauled and externally polished\u003c\/span\u003e by our store and is ready for immediate use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eleather strap has been replaced with a new genuine one\u003c\/span\u003e, so you can use it comfortably.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crystal has been replaced with a new matching crystal, providing excellent dial visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown is genuine and features the \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eW SEIKO logo\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nMany second models have worn crowns or have been replaced with different ones, but this piece retains its original \"W SEIKO\" crown.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe engraving on the back is faint, but the gold medallion is in good condition with no noticeable damage.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThere are some minor stains on the dial, but overall it is in a beautiful condition with no noticeable scratches or dirt.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eDue to its age, it is not water-resistant.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease avoid wearing it on rainy or hot days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56189673406769,"sku":"000000006754-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/13_000000006754.jpg?v=1788944496","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000006754","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}