Item Description
⌚ Seiko Champion 850 Alpinist Ref.J13079 | 1963 | Manual Wind | Silver Dial | Vintage Japan
Rare 1963 Seiko Champion 850 Alpinist Ref.J13079 | Manual Wind | Mountain Motif | Vintage Collectible
✨ Key Features
Brand: Seiko
Model: Champion 850 Alpinist, Ref.J13079
Year: 1963
Movement: Cal.850 / 17 jewels, manual wind, SEIKOSHA marking
Case Material: Stainless steel, 35mm diameter (excluding crown), 9mm thickness
Dial: Silver dial with black inner ring and triangular lumed hour markers
Strap: Aftermarket leather strap, pin buckle
Crown: Manual winding, right-side
🔨 Condition
Dial: Natural patina, minor discoloration, age-related wear; markings intact
Hands & Indices: Lume aged, minor wear visible
Case & Back: Minor scratches, tool marks on back, “mountain motif” emblem clearly visible
Crystal: Minor wear, everyday readability maintained
Movement: Running well; daily variation ±30 seconds
Strap & Buckle: Aftermarket leather, lightly used, ready to wear
💡 Highlights & History
Vintage Alpinist: Third generation 850 Alpinist, iconic Seiko adventure/outdoor watch series
Mountain Motif: Case back engraved with mountain emblem, symbolizing its explorer heritage
Functional Design: Triangular lumed hour markers for superior readability, silver-black dial contrast
Collectibility: Early 1960s Japanese vintage manual-wind model with SEIKOSHA marking, rare transitional movement variant (17 jewels)
Versatile Size: 35mm case fits modern wrists comfortably while retaining vintage charm
🛠️ Operation
Manual Winding: Turn crown clockwise gently until fully wound; avoid overwinding
Time Setting: Pull crown to adjust hands; no hacking function
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