{"product_id":"000000007953","title":"[Rare] King Seiko Chronometer 4420-9990 Late Model Cap Gold Lion Medallion Hand-Wound Overhauled Made in 1966 King Seiko","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the second model of the King Seiko, the \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003erare Chronometer specification \"Ref. 4420-9990\"\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eThis particular model, Ref. 4420-9990, features a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003erare cap gold case\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"background:#eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc;padding:5px 10px;\"\u003eThe second model of the King Seiko began production in 1964.\u003cbr\u003eAmong them, the chronometer specification is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003erare model because it was only produced for a short period of about two years\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eThe second model added a second hand stop function (hack function) that was not present in the first model.\u003cbr\u003eThe case back was changed from a pressed snap-back to a screw-back, improving practicality.\u003cbr\u003eThe case lugs were also designed to be thicker, improving durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe word \"Chronometer\" is written in block letters on the 12 o'clock side of the dial.\u003cbr\u003eThe hour and minute hands and indices are mirror-finished with multiple facets, giving them an elegant shine and a strong presence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe entire dial has a good burn, and its appealing aging is one of its charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe case is cap gold (CAP GOLD) specification.\u003cbr\u003eBecause the gold layer is thicker than plating, it has the advantage of making it easier to maintain the gold layer in a beautiful state.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003ecase back features a golden \"Lion Medallion,\"\u003c\/span\u003e giving it a special feel.\u003cbr\u003eUnlike other King Seikos, the \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003etip of the second hand has a unique, bulging design\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe genuine crown has the W SEIKO logo.\u003cbr\u003eWith a diameter of 5.6mm, it is easy to grasp and operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to operate Cal.4422A\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Turn the crown upwards in its normal position\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to pull the crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Insert your fingernail between the case and the crown and move it like a lever\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003ePlease remove the watch from your wrist before operating\u003cbr\u003eGentle operation can reduce stress on the crown\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown and turn it downwards\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe second hand will \u003cstrong\u003estop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis item has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eoverhauled and the exterior has been polished\u003c\/span\u003e by our store.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eleather strap has been replaced with a new genuine one\u003c\/span\u003e, so you can use it comfortably.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimilar to the movement of the early 44KS, it has a \"sickle-shaped\" second hand regulating lever, and the hacking function operates normally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003ecrown has been replaced with an unused genuine crown.\u003cbr\u003eIt is engraved with \"W SEIKO\"\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eThere is no wear on the edge of the crown, making it easy to operate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe entire dial has some burn.\u003cbr\u003eThere is some damage and dullness on the indices, and deterioration of the paint on the edge of the dial, but it is not noticeable to the naked eye.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is some damage and dullness on the surface of the hands.\u003cbr\u003eThe unevenness of the tip of the minute hand can be seen depending on how the light hits it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe medallion on the case back is clean with only minor scuffs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe crystal is very clean with only light scuffs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eDue to its old age, it is not waterproof.\u003cbr\u003ePlease avoid wearing it on rainy days or hot days.\u003cbr\u003ePlease also be careful of impact and magnetism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default 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