{"product_id":"000000008346","title":"King Seiko Second Model Redial 44-9990 Cal.44A Manual-Wind, Overhauled, Manufactured in 1968 (Showa 43)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the second model of the King Seiko, the non-date \"\u003cstrong\u003e44-9990\u003c\/strong\u003e\" introduced in 1964.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background:#eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc;padding:5px 10px;\"\u003eKing Seiko is a series that, along with Seiko's top-of-the-line \u003cstrong\u003e\"Grand Seiko,\" occupies the highest position\u003c\/strong\u003e, and was manufactured until the 1970s.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe second model is equipped with a \u003cb\u003ehacking function\u003c\/b\u003e (second hand stop mechanism), which was omitted in the first model.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe use of a screw-in \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003escrew-back\u003c\/span\u003e on the back of the case improves practicality. (Stainless steel models only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece has a redone charcoal gray dial. (Not performed by our shop)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medallion on the case back of the second model underwent gradual design changes.\u003cbr\u003e\nInitially, the King Seiko \"\u003cstrong\u003eshield mark\u003c\/strong\u003e\" was used, and around 1967, it was changed to a simple design with only \"\u003cstrong\u003eSEIKO\u003c\/strong\u003e\" written on it.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece is a final model manufactured in 1968, featuring the \u003cstrong\u003eKameido (Daini Seikosha) mark below the SEIKO logo\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/KSMedallions.jpg\" style=\"width: 85%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperation\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 the crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Insert a fingernail between the case and the crown and pull it out gently\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003ePulling the crown too hard may cause it to come out. Please pull it out gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent bending the crown, please remove the watch from your wrist before operating.\u003cbr\u003e\nOperating gently will reduce the strain on the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown and rotate downwards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003ePulling the crown stops the second hand\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe strap has been replaced with a new genuine one, so you can use it with comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crystal has some minor scratches that could not be removed by polishing, but the dial visibility is good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe crown bears the KS mark and is a replacement for a later King Seiko model.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dial has been redone. (Not performed by our shop)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medallion on the case back is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eDue to its age, this watch is not waterproof.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease avoid wearing it on rainy days or hot days.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease also be careful of shocks and magnetism.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190298980657,"sku":"000000008346-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/9_000000008346.jpg?v=1788947163","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008346","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}