A note about the timegrapher report
After overhauling and calibration, this watch performs exceptionally well so I include a photo of the timegrapher reading. Please be aware that this reading was taken on the bench and results may vary in the real world because accuracy depends on several variable factors, mainly temperature, power on the mainspring and general conditions under which the watch is used.
Overhaul/Service Explained
I am often asked
about what an overhaul entails. So, I have started adding a photo of the
movement, disassembled ready to go through the cleaning machine. All old dried-up
lubricants, crud and anything else that shouldn't be there is cleaned away.
Then, the movement is reassembled, lubricated, adjustments made and regulated.
Routinely, the back and the crown seals are replaced (where possible) as
are the spring lugs. The case is lightly re-finished if necessary. Also, the
glass is re-polished if required and possible.
Customer satisfaction is our priority.
This watch been passionately and professionally overhauled and is guaranteed for 90 days from
date of purchase.
If there is any problem with your purchase,
please contact us and it will be sorted or your money will be refunded.
Water resistance and accidental damage is not
guaranteed.
SEIKO 5 HISTORY (provided by a colleague trading on Ebay as market*master):
First released in late 1963 the Original Seiko 5 is a modified SEIKO SPORTSMATIC.
Seiko decided they needed an affordable watch that was versatile and durable. An everyday device that could handle a wide variety of different situations and environments. So was born the '5' concept.
The '5' came from the 5 features they wanted to incorporate into the watch.
These were:
1. Automatic winding
2. Day/date display
3. Water resistance
4. Recessed crown at the 4 o’clock position
5. Integrated metal bracelet
The '5' was an immediate success and has gone on to become the most successful line of mechanical watches in history.
International
buyers; Postage
cost includes insurance. The purchaser is responsible for any import duty
and/or taxes. Please be aware that, in recent times, international postage is
experiencing longer than usual delays.
About vintage mechanical watches:
A vintage mechanical watch will not perform like a
modern quartz (electronic) watch. It is not ideal as a daily wearer. It should
be treated for what it is, something old, classical and special. Treat it as you
would a vintage car - not ideal to use as a “daily driver”. Keep it in the
condition at which you bought it and it will hold or, indeed, increase its
value. Use it every day and it will go backwards.
About Me:
I am a born-again watchmaker! I finished my
apprenticeship in 1973 having completed technical training at the RMIT,
Melbourne. In 1977 I went into retail (jewellery and watches). In the mid 90’s
I realised that after the quartz “tsunami”, the mechanical watches that once
were common had become rare, and I began to appreciate their beauty both aesthetically and mechanically. That’s when I started collecting
classics. When covid hit in 2020, I retired from retail, set up a workshop at
home, regained my skills and am now restoring classics with a passion.