{"product_id":"000000008761","title":"Seiko Crown Special Gold-Filled J14100 SD Dial Cal.341 Manual-Wind, Serviced, Made in 1961 (Showa 36)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1961 \u003cb\u003eSeiko Crown Special 14K gold-filled model\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background:#eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc;padding:5px 10px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCrown Special\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003emodel developed based on the first Grand Seiko model and released as a high-end watch for the general public.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAt the time, the \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Seiko First\u003c\/strong\u003e was priced at 25,000 yen, while the \u003cstrong\u003egold-filled Crown Special\u003c\/strong\u003e was 10,000 yen.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile there are differences in design and movement specifications, it can be called a masterpiece that excels in its balance of product grade and retail price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial features a vertical hairline finish, creating beautiful shading that emerges depending on the angle of the light.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eIt is a high-grade specification known as an \"SD Dial\" (Special Dial),\u003c\/span\u003e in which the indices are crafted from solid 18K or 14K gold.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sun-like mark at the 6 o'clock position denotes the SD dial, and its elegant luster remains intact today.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe watch features powerful dauphine hands, giving it a strong presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe case and case back are \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e14K gold-filled (80 microns)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which was a high-end specification at the time.\u003cbr\u003e\nBecause it is covered in a gold layer much thicker than standard gold plating, it is resistant to peeling and retains the elegant, understated glow unique to 14K gold that is never gaudy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement equipped is the \u003cstrong\u003eCal. 341\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nCompared to the Grand Seiko First, the movement's finish and the type of regulator differ, but \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eit is also equipped with a second-hand stop (hacking) 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\u003eRecommended for those looking for an elegant vintage watch.\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\nWhile there are fine scratches on the crystal that could not be removed by polishing, the dial visibility is excellent.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe strap has been replaced with a brand new genuine Seiko cowhide strap,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e so you can wear it with comfort.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crown operates smoothly.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn addition to age-related discoloration on the dial, there are \u003cb\u003eminor scratches on the \"Crown\" logo at the 12 o'clock position and a faint, slight indentation just below the \"Special\" print\u003c\/b\u003e. These can be confirmed in the enlarged images, but during daily use with the naked eye, they blend in with the shimmer of the dial's satin finish and do not significantly detract from the overall vintage atmosphere.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eAs this is a vintage watch, it is not waterproof.\u003c\/span\u003e Use in environments with high moisture (such as rainy days, washing your face, or wearing it on hot, sweaty days) is strictly prohibited.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs this is a precision instrument, please be careful of drops and strong impacts.\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, please avoid bringing it near objects that emit strong magnetism, such as smartphones, PCs, or magnets on bag clasps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate clockwise while the crown is in the normal position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo wind the mainspring, please rotate the crown clockwise slowly and carefully.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt will feel light when you start winding, but it will become heavier as it reaches full tension.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease note that on a manual-winding watch, forcing the crown once it has reached the winding stop will break the mainspring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Pull the Crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Insert a fingernail between the case and the crown and pull gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eIf you pull the crown too hard, there is a risk that it may come out. 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 will reduce the burden on the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull out the crown and rotate it (this stops the second hand).","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190659723569,"sku":"000000008761-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008761.jpg?v=1788949624","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008761","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}