Seiko - 8222-6030 - Snowflake Dial - No reserve price - 271740 - Men - 1982

This Seiko Quartz represents the classic, timeless elegance of Japanese quartz watchmaking from the early 1980s. With a refined slim-profile round case and a white dial featuring a delicate granular/snowflake texture, this model perfectly encapsulates the refined, minimalist design of the era. It offers a formal yet versatile aesthetic combined with Seiko’s renowned precision and reliability of quartz movements, making it a fantastic opportunity to acquire a dress watch with great presence and subtlety.

Brand: Seiko
Model: Type II
Reference number: 8222-6030
Serial number: 271740
Movement: Quartz Caliber 8222
Dial: White Snowflake dial in perfect condition. Not a single stain or signs of wear.
Case size: 33.5 x 38 mm
Case material: Stainless steel
Year of production: 1982
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with crisp case lines and a dial in perfect condition with an incredibly beautiful snowflake texture.

Dial and hands
The dial of this Seiko is truly sober and elegant, standing out for its finish with a fine rough-textured “snowflake” pattern in white/silver tones that responds very well to light. It features slender applied indices in silver tones to match the stylish baton-style hands with a fine profile. The “SEIKO QUARTZ” logo printed at the top and the distinctive quartz symbol “SQ” applied at the bottom are crisp and perfectly defined. It has a date window at three o’clock with a restrained frame. The dial is impeccably preserved, with no evident signs of degradation or uneven patina.

Case and crystal
>The case presents a classic circular design with a polished bezel and slender vintage-style lugs. Its stainless steel construction (with FDP / Steel Back marking on the case back) offers a comfortable and elegant wrist profile. The lines of the case and lugs remain crisp, showing only normal, honest signs of wear and light scratches in keeping with its age, with no major dents. The crystal is clear and allows a clean, distraction-free reading of the dial. The crown is positioned discreetly at three o’clock.

Movement
>The watch is powered by the Seiko 8222 quartz movement, a highly reliable movement known for its accuracy and durability. The screw-down steel back preserves its original engravings in perfect legibility, including the reference 8222-6030 and the serial number 271740, which allows dating its manufacture precisely to July 1982.

Bracelet
>It is fitted with a classic dark brown leather strap with a lizard texture that perfectly complements the dress watch aesthetic of the timepiece. The strap is in NOS condition and belongs to an old batch of vintage new straps, unused and in excellent preserved condition.

Condition
>This Seiko 8222-6030 is in excellent vintage overall condition. The case retains its clean lines and classic proportions. The dial is the standout element for the impeccable state of its texture and the sharpness of all its print and indices. Taken together, it is an excellent example of a classic 1980s dress watch.

Dimensions
Case size: 33.5 mm
Lug to lug: approx. 38 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Lug width: 18 mm

Notes
>The subtle texture of the dial along with its slim profile and timeless lines make this Seiko 8222-6030 a fantastic option for anyone seeking a discreet, elegant, and functional vintage dress watch for daily wear or special occasions.

History
>In the late 70s and early 80s, after leading the quartz revolution, Seiko consolidated its catalog by offering highly reliable and precise quartz calibers in more sober, slim, and refined designs. The 8222 caliber series was born precisely to equip the brand’s dress watches, prioritizing elegance, slimness, and legibility without sacrificing the mechanical robustness that characterized Seiko. Unlike the bold and experimental shapes of the previous decade, early-80s models stood out for the subtle beauty of their textured dials and classic proportions. Today, pieces like this 8222-6030 are highly valued by collectors seeking the quintessence of Japanese vintage dress watches: discreet, with impeccable finish, and functionally perfect.

Payment and Shipping
>The watch is functioning at the time of inspection.
>Long-term accuracy has been tested for more than 6 months.
>Maintenance history is not provided unless stated.
>The battery was replaced with a new one in March 2026.
>Does not include original box or papers.

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Shipping
>The watch will be carefully packaged and shipped from Spain.

Taxes and import duties
>Import duties, taxes, and customs charges are not included in the final offer price nor in the shipping costs.
>These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.
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