{"product_id":"000000008733","title":"King Seiko Vanac 5626-7210 9-faceted glass Automatic Winding Overhauled Made in 1973 (Showa 48)","description":"\u003cp\u003eKing Seiko is a series positioned at the highest rank, alongside Seiko's premium model \"Grand Seiko,\" and was manufactured until the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eKing Seiko \"VANAC\"\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ref. 5626-7210).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe Vanac is characterized by its fashionable appearance, featuring faceted glass and colorful dials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith a wide variety of facets in the cut glass and dial color variations, it is rare to find identical designs and conditions in circulation, making them quite rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis particular piece features a vibrant \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblue-green dial with \"9-facet cut glass.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dial surface boasts a \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful radial sunray finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, which, despite being a single color, displays a rich gradient of shades depending on the angle of light.\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, the greatest highlight is the synergistic effect with the slightly purple-tinted cut glass, which is original to the Vanac. As light passes through and refracts through this unique glass, you can enjoy a visual effect that \u003cb\u003edramatically changes its expression to purple, much like an alexandrite,\u003c\/b\u003e depending on the angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile its outstanding design is eye-catching, its performance as a watch is also top-notch.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is equipped with the 56 series (Cal. 5626B), King Seiko's third-generation movement.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt features automatic winding with manual winding capability, a hacking seconds function, and a quick-set date and day function, making it highly practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eoverhauled\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prioritize the sharp \"edges\" of the multi-faceted case from that era, excessive external finishing (polishing) has not been performed. Therefore, there are minor scuffs and small scratches on the case and case back due to age, but it is in excellent condition, maintaining its sharp original shape, close to unpolished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet is a very rare \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal genuine stainless steel bracelet with the \"VANAC\" logo engraved\u003c\/strong\u003e (FF engraving: XAB 521). It has minimal stretching and can accommodate wrist sizes up to 180mm (including extension plate).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown is engraved with \"KS\" for King Seiko.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe cut glass has minor scratches, but the dial visibility is good.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eDue to its age, this watch is not waterproof.\u003c\/span\u003e Strict avoidance of use in wet environments (rainy days, washing face, wearing on hot days with sweat, etc.) is essential.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlso, as it is a precision instrument, please be very careful about strong impacts such as drops, and magnetic fields (smartphones, PCs, speakers, bag magnets, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Operate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate the crown upwards in the normal position.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out two clicks and rotate downwards.\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe second hand stops when the crown is pulled out two clicks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate Quick Set\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out one click and rotate downwards.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDay Quick Set\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out one click and rotate upwards (changes from English to Japanese).\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eOperating the quick set when the watch indicates \"9 PM - 3 AM\" will cause damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is recommended to set the time to around 6 AM\/PM before performing the quick set.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190603493681,"sku":"000000008733-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008733.jpg?v=1788949276","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008733","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}