{"product_id":"000000008674","title":"Seiko Crown Special 15021E 14K Gold Filled Cal.341 23 Jewels Hand-wound Overhauled Mfg. 1962 (Showa 37)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cb\u003eSeiko Crown Special\u003c\/b\u003e from 1962.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background:#eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc;padding:5px 10px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCrown Special\u003c\/strong\u003e was a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003ehigh-end model developed based on the Grand Seiko First model\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nAt the time, the \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Seiko First\u003c\/strong\u003e cost 25,000 yen, the \u003cstrong\u003eCrown Special gold-filled (80 microns)\u003c\/strong\u003e was 10,500 yen, and the stainless steel model was 7,000 yen.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt can be said that this model had an excellent balance between product grade and selling price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial features a sunburst finish, creating beautiful shadows depending on the angle of the light.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe indices are \"AD dial\" specifications, finished with hard gold plating that is resistant to discoloration.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe hands are powerful dauphine hands, giving it a strong presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe case is \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e14K gold-filled (80 microns)\u003c\/b\u003e, which was a high-end specification at the time\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt has a thickness that sets it apart from modern plating, allowing you to enjoy a substantial texture similar to solid gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement installed is the \u003cstrong\u003eCal.341\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis movement was the base for the Cal.3180 used in the Grand Seiko First, and it \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eis also equipped with a hacking seconds function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca data-lightbox=\"product1\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/crownsp.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"card-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/crownsp.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"card-text\"\u003eCrown Special\u003cbr\u003e\nCal.341\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca data-lightbox=\"product1\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/grandseiko.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"card-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/grandseiko.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"card-text\"\u003eGrand Seiko\u003cbr\u003e\nCal.3180\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch is highly recommended for those seeking an elegant antique timepiece.\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.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crystal is free of scratches and is in very clean condition.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003estrap has been replaced with a new Seiko genuine leather strap\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, ensuring comfortable use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOn the dial, several pinpoint spots of discoloration due to age can be seen.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis condition can be enjoyed as a characteristic vintage aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crown shows some wear but operates smoothly.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAs this is a vintage watch that has been manufactured years ago, it is \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003enot waterproof.\u003c\/span\u003e Avoid using it in environments with a lot of moisture (rainy days, while washing your face, wearing it on hot days when you sweat, etc.).\u003cbr\u003e\nAs it is a precision instrument, please be careful of drops, strong impacts, and magnetic fields (smartphones, PCs, speakers, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to operate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate the crown upwards in its normal position\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo wind the mainspring, slowly and carefully rotate the crown upwards.\u003cbr\u003e\nAt the start of winding, the crown may feel light when turned, but it will become heavier as it winds up.\u003cbr\u003e\nFor manual-winding watches, forcing the winding when it's fully wound can break the mainspring. Please be careful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to pull out the crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Insert your fingernail between the case and the crown and gently pull it out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003ePulling the crown too hard may cause it to detach. Please pull it out gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent the crown from bending, remove the watch from your wrist before operating it.\u003cbr\u003e\nGentle operation reduces strain on the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull out and turn the crown (the second hand will stop)","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190515314993,"sku":"000000008674-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008674.jpg?v=1788948746","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008674","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}