King Seiko SJE083 140th Anniversary
Seiko didn't change up its formula with the new SJE083. They stayed with what works, building on the excellent King Seiko foundation laid by Tanaka and the watchmakers at the Daini factory in 1965. Really, the only major differences to note are a result of Seiko's choice of movement inside. It's the self-winding caliber 6L35, a departure from the original's manual stature, and includes a three o'clock date complication, also unlike the vintage models
Information:
Pre-Owned: King Seiko SJE083 140th Anniversary
Reference: SJE083
Limited: 3000 Made
MSRP: $3300
Strap: Black Leather Strap
Case Size: 38.1mmx 11.4mm Thickness
Lug Width: 20mm
Case Metal: Stainless Steel
Movement: Automatic
Functions: Time, date
Box and Papers: Both
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet size: 7.5”
Caliber: 6L35
Condition:
Case is in great shape with no wear. Strap is in great shape with almost no crease. Dial, hands, and crystal are in perfect shape.
History of Seiko Watches
Seiko's history began in 1881 when Kintaro Hattori opened a watch shop in Tokyo. In 1892, he established Seikosha, a factory for producing wall clocks. The company quickly progressed, creating Japan's first wristwatch, the Laurel, in 1913. Despite setbacks like the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, Seiko persevered, launching its first watch under the Seiko brand name in 1924.
The post-World War II era saw Seiko's rapid growth and innovation. They introduced Japan's first automatic wristwatch in 1956 and launched the prestigious Grand Seiko line in 1960. Seiko achieved international recognition for accuracy in 1968, winning a Geneva Observatory competition.
The company made a name for its divers in 1965 with the introduction of their first professional dive watch, the 62MAS. This was followed by the iconic 6159-7001 in 1968, which was water-resistant to 300 meters. Seiko gained international recognition in 1975 with the release of the 6159-7010, nicknamed the "Tuna Can" due to its distinctive case shape. In 1969, they revolutionized the industry with the Astron, the world's first quartz wristwatch, ushering a new era of watchmaking that would send waves across the industry through the 70s and 80s. From its humble beginnings to becoming a global watchmaking giant, Seiko's history is characterized by resilience, technological advancement, and a commitment to precision.
