Seiko - Crown - No reserve price - J14091E - Men - 1960

ow available at auction from Second Vintage A foundational piece of Seiko's mid-century dress watch lineage, this 1960 Seiko Crown pairs classic dress proportions with the highly successful Caliber 560 manual wind movement. The watch presents an honest, heavily patinated aesthetic while delivering highly impressive mechanical performance on the timegrapher. Brand: Seiko Model: Seiko Crown Reference Number: J14091E Serial Number: 0211718 Movement: Manual wind, Caliber 560, 21 jewels Dial: Silver and white with heavy patina and staining, applied faceted indices Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1960 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +11+15s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The silver and white dial features applied faceted indices and retains legible printed text, including the Seiko Crown and Diashock 21 Jewels signatures. It displays heavy patina and staining, with noticeable spotting concentrated particularly around the lower half and the indices. The dauphine style hands complement the aged character of the watch, showing visible oxidation, scratches, and surface wear on their metal finish. Case and Crystal The 34 millimeter stainless steel case is fitted with a smooth integrated steel bezel. The case exhibits moderate scratches and scuffs consistent with honest vintage wear, and while the lugs retain their general shape, they show visible signs of use. An unsigned knurled crown sits at the three o'clock position, displaying moderate wear. The domed acrylic crystal presents minor surface scratches and scuffs visible under direct light. The exterior caseback engravings remain clear and legible, while the interior caseback retains the historic Seikosha crane logo engraving. Movement Inside the case beats the manual wind Seikosha Caliber 560, clearly engraved with 21 Jewels. The movement maintains a generally clean appearance with minor surface marks and light oxidation visible on some components. Recording +11+15s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is paired with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. It appears to be in lightly used condition. Condition Good vintage condition. The stainless steel case and smooth bezel show moderate scratches and scuffs from honest use, with visible wear to the lugs and the unsigned crown. The dial exhibits heavy patina, spotting, and staining, particularly on the lower half, alongside oxidized dauphine hands. The domed acrylic crystal has minor surface scratches, while the manual wind movement shows light oxidation and minor surface marks. Dimensions The case measures 34mm in diameter (excluding the crown). Remarks This Seiko Crown offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a historically significant 1960 reference with the distinct Seikosha crane logo engraving. Its heavily patinated dial provides unique visual character, while the Caliber 560 movement delivers outstanding timegrapher results. History The Seiko Crown was introduced in 1959 to succeed the Seiko Marvel as the brand's flagship high-end manual wind dress watch. The Caliber 560 was engineered with a larger mainspring barrel and an improved balance wheel to provide superior accuracy and stability. This movement architecture was highly successful and served as the direct mechanical foundation for the first Grand Seiko in 1960. Payment and Shipping Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase. Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination. Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age. We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description. The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use. If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you. As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-CJX-0013

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