{"product_id":"000000007244","title":"Seiko Lord Marvel 15023, 18k solid gold, SD dial, aftermarket crown, original buckle, 23 jewels, manual wind, serviced, manufactured in 1962 (Showa 37)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003erare \u003cb\u003esolid 18k gold case\u003c\/b\u003e \"\u003cb\u003eLord Marvel\u003c\/b\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e manufactured in 1962.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc;padding:5px 10px;\"\u003e\n\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eLord Marvel\u003c\/strong\u003e was the \u003cb\u003etop-tier model\u003c\/b\u003e released in May 1958, \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003edesigned as a luxury, high-precision upgrade to the Marvel\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe jewel count of the movement was increased from \u003cstrong\u003e17 jewels\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003e23 jewels\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe movement features elaborate finishing, including \u003cb\u003eengraved and mirror-polished\u003c\/b\u003e ratchet wheels and polished screws.\u003cbr\u003e\nAll of these techniques were subsequently inherited by the Grand Seiko, which began production in 1960.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eluxury specification known as the \"\u003cb\u003eSD Dial\u003c\/b\u003e.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe indices are crafted from solid 18k or 14k gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sun-like mark at the 6 o'clock position signifies the SD dial, and its elegant luster remains well-preserved today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e　\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe case is made of solid 18k gold\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause many Lord Marvel models feature gold-filled cases, this is a rare specimen.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case back has a rounded shape.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe lugs are long and feature a three-sided mirror finish.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design is crafted to give a sleek, vertical look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSince solid 18k gold is softer than stainless steel, we recommend not tightening the strap too firmly to avoid placing undue stress on the lugs.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is recommended for those looking for a simple and elegant antique watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Operate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: With the crown in the normal position, rotate upwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Pull Out the Crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Insert a fingernail between the case and the crown, and gently pull it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eIf you pull the crown too hard, there is a risk of it coming out. Please pull it out gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent the crown from bending, please remove the watch from your wrist before operating it.\u003cbr\u003e\nOperating it gently will reduce the strain on the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull out the crown and rotate downwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eThere is no second-hand hacking function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eoverhauled and the exterior has been polished\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by our shop.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe strap has been replaced with a new (genuine) cowhide leather strap\u003c\/span\u003e, so you can wear it with comfort.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe buckle is a genuine SEIKO (gold-plated) part.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe crown is an aftermarket part and has \u003cb\u003eno markings\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eDue to its age, it is not water-resistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003ePlease avoid wearing it on rainy days or during hot weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56189899669809,"sku":"000000007244-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/19_000000007244.jpg?v=1788944992","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000007244","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}