Vintage 1990’s SEIKO Quartz LUCENT 1F21-0K70 Analogue, Silver /Gold Combi-Case 3 attractive gold Stylish Bar Indexes 3 Hand, New Battery, Female Watch This model was born from Seiko's pursuit of "practicality and comfort," making it a versatile watch that can be used for both business and outdoor activities! 1F21 movement of this model technology is a general-purpose quartz movement widely used in the 1990s, characterized by its reliable and energy-efficient design, such as the models of Lukia, Exceline, Spirit, Tissé and Moorea. This model is a Seiko quartz analog watch, featuring a classic elegant design with a simple round gold trimmed silver case and a stylish distinctive gold color pencil-like bae indexes and 3 hands design. The battery has been replaced, and the watch is in working order, so it's ready to use. The unassuming round case is versatile and pairs well with both suits and casual outfits. Its no-nonsense proportions, typical of Seiko, avoid excessive ornamentation., enhancing the contrast of the indices and hands for improved legibility. The understated sheen creates a subdued finish without being overly flashy. Slim exterior balance: The case thickness takes advantage of the thinness inherent to a quartz movement, ensuring practicality and preventing it from catching on shirt sleeves. The bezel is slightly thin, providing a wide view of the dial, creating a clean impression. Stainless steel cases are durable enough for everyday use and easy to maintain. They often feature a polished （mirror finish） and hairline （mate） finish, reducing the visibility of scratches. The minimalist dial layout, based on three hands and bar indexes, features understated logos and markings, and prioritizes legibility （the minute hand reaches the scale） and a stepped second hand for intuitive timekeeping. This model can be described as a quiet masterpiece that embodies Seiko's philosophy of "delivering high precision to everyday life."- Technical Features of Power-Efficient Design show extremely low current draw and long battery life. This is extremely practical for everyday use with High Compatibility. The same movement is also used in Seiko's sub-brands (Lukia, Exceline, Spirit, Tissé and Moorea), and replacement parts and repair information are readily available. This caliber movement has a very stable accuracy of ±15 to 20seconds per month, which is quite sufficient for a typical quartz watch. Maintenance is easy and the simple structure makes repairs and overhauls relatively easy. It's also known as a movement that's easy to maintain, even among watch repair professionals. The 1F21 is technically also referred to as a movement manufactured by Seiko Epson, and its technical documentation is publicly available, making it easy to repair and analyze. This movement embodies Seiko's philosophy of "ensuring accurate timekeeping for everyone," with its solid and reliable design. History of this Model: The SEIKO 1F21-070 is one of Seiko's quartz watches, released in the 1990s, and is a representative model of Seiko's line of watches that emphasizes practicality and cost-effectiveness" at the time. A look into its history and background reveals Seiko's technological innovation and market strategy. Background: Seiko and the Quartz Revolution: In 1969, Seiko launched the world's first quartz wristwatch, the Astron, revolutionizing the watch industry. Quartz technology achieved unparalleled accuracy and cost savings compared to mechanical watches, and watchmakers around the world followed suit from the 1970s onward. Leveraging this technology, Seiko launched many "commercial quartz models" in the 1980s. The V701 series was born within this trend. ■ Brand: Seiko LUCENT ■ Model Number:1F21-0K70 ■Product Number:870918 Manufactured July 1998: Seiko serial numbers are six digits long, with the first two digits indicating the year and month of manufacture. The first number （8） indicates the eighth year of the 1990s, meaning the watch was manufactured in 1998. The next letter （7） is the month code. For Seiko,1-9 represents January through September, O = October, N = November, and D = December. → "N" is November. Therefore, this watch was manufactured in July 1998 ■Accessories: Body only ■Movement: Caliber Seiko caliber 1F21 is an analog quartz watch movement. ・Sub-brands:Lukia, Exceline, Spirit, Tissé, Moorea ・Battery:SR421SW / 348 （Silver oxide） ・Accuracy:±15 seconds/month ・Day / date:No ・Number of jewels:2 ・Development division:Suwa (Nagano Prefecture, Japan) ・Notes: Used in ladies watches. ・PDF guides:Instruction manual （Japanese & English） ■Materials ・Case & Case Back: durable stainless steel and designed with hypoallergenic properties with magnetic resistance 4 Base Metal ・Case Color: Gold trimmed round silver case and tone graduation silver white dial face with stylish gorgeous gold simple bar indexes and 3 hands display ・Case Size:24mm（excluding crown）29mm（including lug Face Thickness: 7mm ・Secondhand Movement: Stepping （clicks once per second） ・Display: Three hands. Simple design with high visibility. ・Total Weight:35.1ms ・Crystal: Sapphire crystal (anti-reflective coating) ・Water Resistant: resistant for everyday life water dishing/showering but don't expect too much from it: Even if it was labeled "Water Resistant" at the time, it doesn't meet modern Water Resistant standards. Avoid using it around water. ・Band: Seiko original JUBILEE stainless steel Bracelet band with 17.5cm long circumstance measured by tape ・Class 1 antimagnetic watch: This watch meets the standard of being able to maintain its performance in most cases even when brought up to 5cm from devices that generate magnetic fields in everyday life （ability to withstand a DC magnetic field of 4800 A/m） ■Condition: There are very few faint scratches on the case, case back, and band due to long time use but not noticeable to naked eyes. Battery replacement was made this August which allows for extended use. The watch is functioning normally, accurately setting the time, so it should be in good condition. Please be sure to be satisfied with the condition before bidding, so please check the photos and product description and ask any questions you may have (please note, however, that we may not be able to answer questions near the end of the auction).