{"product_id":"000000008773","title":"Citizen Homer Date I-51207a, engine-turned bezel, Cupid medallion, manual-wind, serviced, 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1960s Citizen Homer Date (Ref. I-51207a).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly practical model that adds a date display to the \"Homer,\" one of the most popular and representative Citizen watches of the 1960s.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis particular piece features an \"engine-turned bezel\" with fine detailing, giving it the appearance of a higher-grade dress watch despite its middle-class standing. The stainless steel case employs a screw-back design with a substantial, well-balanced feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to aging, the dial has developed a beautiful, warm champagne gold hue. It remains in excellent condition with no significant damage, allowing you to fully enjoy the unique character that only a vintage watch can offer.\u003cbr\u003e\nAnother distinct feature is the cyclops lens on the inside of the crystal, which magnifies the date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe case back features the highly rare \"Cherub with Bow\" medallion. The fact that this remains in clean condition with minimal wear is a point that vintage enthusiasts will surely appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown is designed for easy operation, making this watch recommended even for those new to manual-winding timepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efully overhauled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior has been cleaned and polished, though the iconic engine-turned bezel shows signs of discoloration, peeling, and degradation in its plating due to age. Please enjoy these as authentic vintage characteristics.\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, the case and lugs retain some minor dings and scratches typical of a vintage item, though none are deep enough to detract from the overall aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe strap has been replaced with a brand-new CASSIS cowhide leather strap, so it is ready to be worn and enjoyed immediately upon purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eAs this is a vintage item that was manufactured a long time ago, please treat it as \"non-waterproof.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease be especially careful on rainy days or when washing your hands. Furthermore, as this is a precision instrument, please avoid strong impacts and magnetic fields (such as smartphones, PC speakers, etc.) during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperating Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate clockwise while the crown is in its normal position.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out and rotate counter-clockwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eDoes not feature a second-hand stop (hacking) function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Date Change\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out and move the hands back and forth between \"8:30 PM and 12:00 AM.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e1) Move the hands forward until the date changes to confirm it is midnight (12:00 AM). If it doesn't change, it is noon.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n2) Advance the hands until the date changes at \u003cstrong\u003e12:00 AM\u003c\/strong\u003e. Then, turn the hands back to \u003cstrong\u003e8:30 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n3) Move the hands forward to \u003cstrong\u003e12:00 AM\u003c\/strong\u003e again.\u003cbr\u003e\n  Verify that the date has advanced by one day.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nRepeat this process to advance the date one day at a time.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo reduce stress on the movement, please operate slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190689640753,"sku":"000000008773-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008773.jpg?v=1788949795","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008773","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}