{"product_id":"000000008378","title":"Seiko Lord Marvel Ref. J14039 Gold-Filled, Early Model SD Dial, Carved Dial, Manual-Wind, Overhauled, Manufactured in 1960 (Showa 35)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003erare early-model\u003c\/b\u003e \"\u003cb\u003eLord Marvel\u003c\/b\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e from 1960.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe early-model dial features an elaborate finish with an engraved logo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lord Marvel, which began production in May 1958, was the \u003cb\u003etop-tier model\u003c\/b\u003e developed by upgrading the Marvel for higher precision.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe movement jewel count was increased from 17 to \u003cstrong\u003e23 jewels\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe movement also features meticulous finishes, such as engraved, mirror-polished ratchet wheels and polished screws.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese techniques were all inherited by the Grand Seiko, which began production in 1960.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial is a high-grade version known as an \"\u003cb\u003eSD dial\u003c\/b\u003e,\" with \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eindices made of solid 18K or 14K gold\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sun-like mark at the 6 o'clock position signifies the SD dial, and its elegant luster remains intact today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe case is 14K gold-filled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case back features the rounded shape characteristic of early models.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe lugs are long and mirror-polished.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design creates a smart, vertical silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith the dial and crown in good condition, specimens featuring the original S-marked crown have become extremely rare.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is highly recommended for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate upward while the crown is in the normal position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eIt is easiest to wind by sliding the crown between the side of your index finger and your thumb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow to pull the crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gently pull it out by inserting your fingernail between the case and the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003ePulling the crown too forcefully may cause it to come off; please pull it out gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent bending the crown, please remove the watch from your wrist before operating it.\u003cbr\u003e\nOperating it gently helps reduce 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 the crown out and rotate it downward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe second hand does not hack (stop).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efully serviced (overhauled) and externally polished\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe crown is an \u003cb\u003eauthentic part with the S mark\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is some aging and spotting on the dial.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case has scuffs, minor scratches, and a linear scratch on the upper left lug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThis watch is not waterproof.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease avoid wearing it on rainy or hot days.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlso, please be careful of impacts and magnetism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190328996145,"sku":"000000008378-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008378.jpg?v=1788947317","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008378","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}