{"product_id":"000000008736","title":"King Seiko Second Model 44-9990 Late Model, 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;\"\u003eThe King Seiko was a series positioned at the very top alongside Seiko's premier \u003cstrong\u003e\"Grand Seiko\"\u003c\/strong\u003e line, and was manufactured until the 1970s.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe second model features a \u003cb\u003ehacking function\u003c\/b\u003e (second-hand stop mechanism) that was omitted in the first model.\u003cbr\u003e\nPracticality was improved by adopting a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003escrew-down case back\u003c\/span\u003e (stainless steel models only).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003elate-production version of the second model\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case back medallion design for the second model was changed in stages.\u003cbr\u003e\nEarly versions featured the King Seiko \"\u003cstrong\u003eshield mark\u003c\/strong\u003e,\" which was changed around 1967 to a simpler design featuring only \"\u003cstrong\u003eSEIKO\u003c\/strong\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece is a final-production model manufactured in July 1968, \u003cstrong\u003efeaturing the Kameido (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\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eoverhauled and the exterior has been polished\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial has aged beautifully to a color slightly resembling champagne gold, giving it a very elegant appearance unique to vintage watches. Overall, it remains clean and in excellent condition considering its age, with the cut edges of the hands and indices retaining a beautiful shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is fitted with a brand-new genuine Seiko cowhide leather strap, ensuring a comfortable fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crystal has some minor scratches that could not be removed through polishing, but dial visibility remains good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe crown is the original version featuring the W SEIKO logo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe grooves of the crown show no wear and remain very sharp, allowing for comfortable operation.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen pulling out the crown, inserting your fingernail between the case and the crown will allow you to pull it out without applying excessive force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medallion on the case back shows slight signs of deterioration at the ends of the \"I\" and \"K\" in \"SEIKO,\" but there is no major peeling or conspicuous corrosion, and the engravings remain very crisp and in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eAs this is a vintage watch, it is not waterproof.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease avoid wearing it on rainy days, during the rainy season, or in the summer. \u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, please be careful of shocks and magnetism (smartphones, PCs, magnets in bags, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate clockwise in the normal crown position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\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 come out. Please pull it gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent the crown from bending, please remove the watch from your wrist before operating it.\u003cbr\u003e\nOperating it 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 out the crown and rotate counter-clockwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe second hand stops when the crown is pulled out.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190620074289,"sku":"000000008736-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008736.jpg?v=1788949287","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008736","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}