1967 Seiko Grand Seiko Diashock 36.5mm 5722-9991 [ON HOLD]
Ref: 5722-9991

Regular price: Sold
Sale price: £650.00
Unit price: per

Specification

Reference : 5722-9991

Movement : Manually Wound Seiko Cal. 5722

Age : 1961/1970

Specific Age : Circa. September 1967

Case Size : 36.5mm

Case Thickness : 11mm

Lug to Lug : 43mm
Lugs : 19mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box & Papers : None
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty

The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

Points of Mention

This watch is sold as “Watch Only”. The watch is from Circa. September 1967, and is sold in fair vintage condition, as you can see. The dial with the facet-edged batons is in fair condition, with the outer edge showing signs of age and wear, as you can see in the photographs. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

For more photos see here - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SyKJM56nggCb46LYbXQJhNrVZX0kuWSu?usp=drive_link

4K YouTube video, skip to 22:54 - https://youtu.be/otHEmkCkRBE

The Watch

Here we have a classic 1967 Grand Seiko Oversized Ref. 5722-9991 with a 36.5mm stainless steel case. The large case for the time gently curves over your wrist with a lug-to-lug length of 43mm and a thickness of 11mm for a comfortable fit. Chamfered edges with crisp lines are still evident along the lug edges. On the right side is a signed crown. The bezel is slightly recessed into the case with the crystal sitting proud of the dial. The sunburst silver dial has applied facet-edged batons marking the hours that catch the light as you rotate your wrist. At 3 o’clock, a framed date window. Elegant dauphine hands with polished edges are complemented by a long centre second hand. At noon we have an applied “Seiko”; at 6 o’clock, an applied “GS” with Grand Seiko Diashock printed in black text. On the reverse, a screw-down case back with the Grand Seiko gold medallion embossed in the centre. Inside a Manually Wound Seiko Cal. 5722, 35 jewels. The watch comes with a well-suited aftermarket 19mm leather strap.

Personal Note

A wonderful Grand Seiko offered at an undeniable price for what it is, the dial features some marks and character, which for me add to the charm! I wouldn't hesitate on this if you have been wanting to explore the world of vintage Grand Seiko, if you are unsure book an appointment and come see it for yourself!

The Brand

The first Grand Seiko debuted in Tokyo in 1960. The reference 3180 was made by Suwa Seikosha. Rather than sending its 25 Jewels Chronometer movement to the Swiss to be tested, Seiko decided to do the testing themselves. The European Chronometer Official Association believed that a chronometer-rated watch had to be independently tested to be awarded that designation. Seiko watches were not independently tested, so, therefore, they could not be chronometers. The ECOA did what irritated watchmakers do: they wrote a stern letter to Seiko requesting that the designation of Chronometer on Grand and King Seiko watches stop. Seiko obliged and ceased using the "Chronometer" on their watches. In response, the Japanese Chronometer Authorization Association was started in 1968 as an independent group to test timepieces to chronometer standards. The Association was short-lived: due to the rise of quartz watches, it closed in 1983. Today, Grand Seiko movements are tested over 17 days in 6 positions compared to COSC testing over 15 days in 5 positions. In 1985, Suwa Seikosha became Seiko Epson Corporation In 2017, Seiko announced that Grand Seiko would become an independent brand.

1967 Seiko Grand Seiko Diashock 36.5mm 5722-9991 [ON HOLD] Ref: 5722-9991