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Post by ld on Aug 12, 2007 10:56:32 GMT -5
This is an early 7009A movement Seiko automatic. This movement was made in 1970 (this example I bought in 1972) and it became the standard in Dive watches, and Seiko's top end autos through the 70's and 80's with only slight changes. This movement, and it's more modern family can be identified by the crown between the 3 and 4 hour on the case. At 21,600 BPH it was competitive with the best of its era...About 6 beats per second. Lume is still pretty good for a watch of this era. A very durable movement, it cannot be hand wound but the rotor is bi-directional and when fully wound has a respectable 47 hour power reserve.
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Post by Agent Orange on Aug 12, 2007 12:30:01 GMT -5
Very cool piece! Thanks for the education!
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Post by diver88 on Aug 12, 2007 12:35:25 GMT -5
V E R Y C O O L pics ld, very nice example of a classic beautiful watch i really like the pics how many services has it undergone since 1972? the strap looks right at home, great choice thanks for sharing this piece of your collection..... diver88 ;D
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Post by Knight Watchman on Aug 12, 2007 14:19:42 GMT -5
That was quite a treat!
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Post by CopyCat on Aug 16, 2007 14:08:29 GMT -5
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Post by CopyCat on Aug 16, 2007 14:10:58 GMT -5
I guess if you do the math, 6 beats pr. sec is correct ;D
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Post by bestak on Aug 25, 2007 8:52:11 GMT -5
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Post by Knight Watchman on Aug 25, 2007 9:02:33 GMT -5
Hello Bestak!
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Post by ltgary on Aug 25, 2007 14:26:14 GMT -5
Many collectors dont always give Seiko its due recognition but your great example here points out to what a great product they make. They may not be Swiss but IMO they are by no means inferior in any way. Many companies could learn from Seiko. Great watch, enjoy.....................
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Post by muttenstrudel on Aug 26, 2007 18:47:34 GMT -5
Hello ld,
that is a very nice watch, a timeless timekeeper.
Regards, muttenstrudel
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Post by inkboy on Sept 9, 2007 6:35:24 GMT -5
that's such a clean, classic, clutter-free design.
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Post by Knight Watchman on Sept 9, 2007 19:57:54 GMT -5
Welcome to our forum Inkboy! Your Avatar almost made me wet my pants! ;D
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