{"product_id":"000000008750","title":"King Seiko Chronometer 5626-7040, green gradation dial, monocoque case, gold medallion, automatic, serviced, manufactured in 1971 (Showa 46)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e56 King Seiko Chronometer\u003c\/span\u003e from 1971.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background:#eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc;padding:5px 10px;\"\u003eThe 56 King Seiko Chronometer was the first Japanese-made automatic model to receive \"Official Chronometer Certification.\"\u003cbr\u003e\nDue to this official certification, the watch is a world-standard chronometer, and the dial officially features the text \"CHRONOMETER OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo improve water resistance, the case is a one-piece design with an integrated case back.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case is equipped with an \u003cstrong\u003eexternal fine adjustment device\u003c\/strong\u003e at the 5 o'clock position.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe back features a KS gold medallion with \"\u003cstrong\u003eCHRONOMETER\u003c\/strong\u003e\" engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe dial is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003erare green gradation color\u003c\/span\u003e, of which very few exist today. It features a delicate vertical hairline finish, with the beautiful emerald green color and depth of the gradation appearing vividly depending on the angle of the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement is \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eequipped with a 28,800 bph (8-beat) high-beat mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt features a \u003cstrong\u003ehack function (second-hand stop function)\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003ecalendar function (with quick-set)\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it highly practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is appealing for its \u003cstrong\u003ethick and robust lugs\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003echronometer-specific KS medallion on the case back\u003c\/strong\u003e, and its \u003cstrong\u003ehigh level of visibility and functionality\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eoverhauled\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent thinning due to excessive polishing, the case was intentionally not subjected to heavy exterior finishing, maintaining a high-quality condition that preserves the original edge lines and hairline texture.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crown is genuine KS, and all operations, including the quick-set calendar, are smooth.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe strap has been replaced with a brand-new Seiko one.\u003c\/span\u003e Unlike a simple dark brown, it has a very tasteful hue with a slight reddish tint. It is an exquisite combination that further enhances the deep color of the rare green gradation dial, making it a pleasure to wear.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe glass has no noticeable scratches on the front, and the dial visibility is excellent. While colored dials are prone to aging, this one maintains a beautiful state overall with no fading. Upon close inspection, very small dotted spots can be seen, but they do not detract from the aesthetics and the watch fully maintains its vintage atmosphere.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe KS medallion on the back has one small dent, but the three-dimensional quality of the lettering remains sharp, making it in sufficiently good condition considering its age.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eAs this is a vintage watch, it is not water-resistant.\u003c\/span\u003e Usage in environments with high moisture (such as on rainy days, while washing your face, or wearing it on hot, sweaty days) is strictly prohibited.\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, as it is a precision instrument, please be very careful to avoid strong impacts such as drops, and magnetism (smartphones, PCs, speakers, magnetic bag closures, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate upward in the normal crown position\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out to the second click and rotate downward\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe second hand stops when pulled to the second click\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate quick-set\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out to the first click and rotate downward\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay of the week quick-set\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out to the first click and rotate upward (changes in the order of English → Japanese)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003ePerforming a quick-set operation while the watch indicates between 9:00 PM and 3:00 AM will cause a malfunction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe recommend setting the time to around 6:00 before performing a quick-set operation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190647796017,"sku":"000000008750-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008750.jpg?v=1788949539","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008750","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}