{"product_id":"000000008253","title":"Grand Seiko 6245-9000 Early Model, Lion Medallion, 35 Jewels, Automatic, Serviced, Manufactured in 1966 (Showa 41)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the \u003cb\u003e62GS \/ 6245-9000\u003c\/b\u003e, an automatic model from Grand Seiko, the pinnacle of domestic watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background:#eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc;padding:5px 10px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e62GS\u003c\/strong\u003e was Grand Seiko's first automatic model, with production beginning in 1966.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003erare model that ceased production after only about one year\u003c\/span\u003e before the successor \u003cstrong\u003e61GS\u003c\/strong\u003e was released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 62GS features a crown positioned at 4 o'clock, concealing it to create a sleek, flowing case design.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is an \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eearly version of the 62GS\u003c\/span\u003e, featuring a \u003cb\u003elion medallion\u003c\/b\u003e on the case back.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dial features a sunray finish.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sunray finish on the 62GS is particularly beautiful, with deep, rich color gradients.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe hands and indices are \u003cstrong\u003emulti-faceted and mirror-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing an elegant brilliance.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is equipped with the 35-jewel \"Cal.6245A\" movement.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt features a \u003cstrong\u003ehacking function\u003c\/strong\u003e (second-hand stop), \u003cstrong\u003edate display\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003edate quick-set function\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it highly practical.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFinding an individual piece where the case, crown, dial, hands, crystal, and medallion are all in satisfactory condition is becoming increasingly difficult year by year.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile this piece has some scratches on the case that could not be removed by polishing, it maintains a beautiful appearance considering its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperating Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to pull the crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gently pull it out by inserting a fingernail between the case and the crown from the back of the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003ePulling the crown too hard may cause it to come out; please pull it gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent the crown from bending, please remove the watch from your wrist before operating.\u003cbr\u003e\nOperating gently will reduce strain on the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out two clicks and rotate downwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe second hand stops when the crown is pulled out to the second position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate quick-set\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out one click and rotate downwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003ePerforming a quick-set operation while the watch hands are between 9:00 PM and 3:00 AM will cause a malfunction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe recommend setting the time to around 6:00 before performing a quick-set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eoverhauled and the exterior finished\u003c\/span\u003e by our shop.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe leather strap has been replaced with a new genuine item, so you can wear it with comfort.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crystal has some light scuffs, but visibility of the dial is excellent.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe gold medallion shows no significant deterioration and is in beautiful condition given its manufacturing date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eDue to its age, this watch is not waterproof.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease avoid wearing it on rainy or hot days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease also be mindful of shocks and magnetism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190260052273,"sku":"000000008253-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008253.jpg?v=1788946945","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008253","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}