{"product_id":"000000008781","title":"Seiko Crown Special, Stainless Steel, J14100E, SD Dial, Cal. 341, Manual Wind, Serviced, 1962 (Showa 37)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1962 \u003cb\u003eSeiko Crown Special stainless steel 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 was \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003edeveloped 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-plated Crown Special\u003c\/strong\u003e was 10,000 yen.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough there are differences in design and movement specifications, it is a masterpiece that offers an excellent balance between product grade and price. This particular piece is a highly popular stainless steel model, making it easy to wear for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial features a sunray finish that creates beautiful shading depending on the angle of the light.\u003cbr\u003e\nOver time, it has aged into a very beautiful, unique vintage patina, shifting from champagne gold to a yellowish hue.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eIt is a high-grade model with an 'SD Dial' (Special Dial), featuring indexes made of solid 18K or 14K gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sun-like mark at the 6 o'clock position denotes the SD dial, and its elegant luster remains perfectly preserved.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe watch features powerful, striking dauphine hands that provide a strong presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe case and case back are \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emade of all stainless steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is in superb condition, with minimal rounding from excessive polishing, retaining its original sharp lug lines and crisp edges.\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, it retains the \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eoriginal crown with the \"S\" mark\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e—a component often replaced—which shows almost no wear, further enhancing the watch's originality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement equipped is the \u003cstrong\u003eCal.341\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the finish of the movement and the type of regulator differ from the Grand Seiko First, it \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eis equipped with a hacking function (second-hand stop feature).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly recommended for those looking for a superior quality, vintage Japanese watch.\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\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eoverhauled\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crystal has no deep or noticeable scratches and is very clear, ensuring good dial visibility.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe strap has been replaced with a new Seiko genuine cowhide leather strap\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, so you can wear it with comfort.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCrown operation is smooth.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn addition to the beautiful aging of the dial, there are small dot-like stains near the 5 and 11 o'clock markers, and a small mark near the 8 o'clock index. These are not noticeable to the naked eye and do not detract from the overall vintage atmosphere.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAs this is an old watch, it is not water-resistant.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Usage in environments with moisture (such as on rainy days, while washing your face, or on hot, sweaty days) is strictly prohibited.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs this is a precision instrument, please be careful to avoid drops or strong impacts.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlso, please keep it away from strong magnetic sources such as smartphones, PCs, or magnetic bag clasps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: With the crown in the standard position, rotate upwards (clockwise).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo wind the mainspring, please turn the crown slowly and carefully in the upward direction.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt will feel light at the beginning, but will become heavier as the spring reaches full tension.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease be careful, as forcing a manual-wind watch past its full-wind point can break the mainspring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePulling 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;\"\u003ePulling the crown too forcefully may cause it to detach. Please pull gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent the crown stem from bending, please remove the watch from your wrist before operating it.\u003cbr\u003e\nHandling with care will reduce the burden on the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out and rotate (the second hand will stop).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190702616881,"sku":"000000008781-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008781.jpg?v=1788949867","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008781","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}