Seiko - Crown - χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας - 15002 - Άνδρες - 1960

Presented for auction by Second Vintage

This classic vintage Seiko dress watch offers an exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial featuring elegant cursive script. Representing a pivotal era in Japanese watchmaking, this reference 15002 balances refined 1960s proportions with the reliable Seikosha caliber 560 manual wind movement, making it a compelling acquisition for enthusiasts of early Seiko dress pieces.

Brand: Seiko
Model: Crown
Reference Number: 15002
Serial Number: 0010183
Movement: Manual wind caliber 560, 19 jewels
Dial: Silver sunburst finish with cursive script and applied gold-tone indices
Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-plated, stainless steel caseback
Production Year: 1960
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +9+11s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial is a standout feature of this watch, exhibiting no visible loss to the crisp cursive script printing. The applied gold-tone indices are in excellent condition, and there is no significant spotting or moisture damage visible across the surface. Well-preserved gold-tone dauphine hands complement the dial, showing clean surfaces with minimal oxidation or wear.

Case and Crystal
The gold-plated case presents with honest wear, displaying moderate surface scratches and handling marks consistent with its age. There is visible wear and plating loss on the lug edges, as well as minor plating wear and light surface scratches on the integrated smooth gold-plated bezel. The unsigned gold-tone crown shows light wear along its coin edge. Turning the watch over reveals a stainless steel caseback with clear, crisp engravings, notably featuring the Seiko crane logo. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with no significant scratches, crazing, or distortion visible.

Movement
Inside beats the manual wind Seikosha caliber 560, featuring 19 jewels. The movement is visually clean, showing only minor surface marks on the plates and no visible heavy corrosion or damage. Clear engravings reading SEIKOSHA, 19 JEWELS, and 560 are present. The timegrapher records +9+11s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring contrast stitching, providing a casual character. The strap shows light wear and is secured by an unsigned clasp.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally clean and well preserved. The gold-plated case and bezel show honest wear, including moderate surface scratches, handling marks, and visible plating loss on the lug edges. The stainless steel caseback engravings remain sharp. The movement is clean with minor surface marks, and the timegrapher results indicate strong performance.

Dimensions
The case measures 35 mm in diameter (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This Seiko Crown offers a pristine dial and sharp caseback engravings, paired with a historically significant caliber. Its strong mechanical performance and classic mid-century proportions make it an excellent addition to any collection of early Japanese dress watches.

History
Introduced in 1959, the Seiko Crown served as the brand's flagship hand-wound model and laid the technical foundation for the creation of Grand Seiko. The manual-winding Caliber 560 used in the Crown beats at 18,000 vibrations per hour, features Seiko's proprietary Diashock shock protection system, and notably served as the foundational base movement for the very first Grand Seiko. The reference 15002 embodies the aesthetic of the era, offering classic dress dimensions with a slim profile that remains highly wearable today.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description.
The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
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SKU: SEI-OCJ-0001