Title Seiko Alba AKA V743-5A10 Day-Date Quartz Watch – Silver-Tone Case, Blue Dial Introduction This timepiece is presented by Seiko under the Alba line, model AKA V743-5A10. It features a round silver-tone case paired with a vividly finished blue dial, accented by a red and yellow graduated outer track and applied baton-style hour markers. The dial displays a day-date window at the 3 o'clock position, with the day shown in Japanese kanji. The overall design reflects the sport-casual aesthetic popular in quartz watches of its era, and the piece is fitted with a matching metal bracelet. Historical & Collector Value Seiko's Alba brand was established as a more accessible line within the Seiko group, offering quartz movements to a broad consumer base from the late 1970s onward. The AKA series, to which this model belongs, is representative of the design language of that period, characterized by bold color combinations and functional day-date displays. Quartz movements such as the one used in this model became widely adopted during this era, reflecting the industry-wide shift away from mechanical calibers and illustrating the technological developments taking place within Japanese watchmaking at the time. Specifications – Brand: Seiko (Alba) – Model: AKA V743-5A10 – Movement: Quartz – Case Size: 42mm – Dial: Blue, with day-date display – Functions: Day-date – Bracelet: Metal bracelet Condition The watch is rated "Good" by the seller, indicating a used vintage piece with visible signs of age and wear. The case shows light surface scratches consistent with normal handling, and the bracelet displays some wear typical of a watch of this age. The dial remains clean and legible for a piece of its era, with the blue finish still presenting good color depth. The crystal shows minor surface marks. As a pre-owned vintage watch, it shows signs of age and use consistent with its era, and some light wear and small marks should be expected. The watch has been tested and is in working condition. Please refer to the photographs for further details on condition. Important Notes This is a vintage watch. Minor signs of age and use should be expected. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. Shipping & Customs The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking from Japan. Since the item will be shipped from Japan, customs duties may apply upon arrival. For more details, please refer to the following link: https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/fees/do-i-have-to-pay-customs-fees Management Number: A0519