Overall Notes: - Cosmetic Condition: C+ (Well-worn with plating wear along the case edges, surface wear, and pronounced dial patina consistent with age). - The watch is in good working condition, with all functions operating properly. - All components are genuine Seiko, except the replaced strap and buckle.
Operating State: - The movement has been serviced (disassembly, cleaning, lubrication and regulation). - Keeping time precisely. - Date function operates correctly.
Condition Notes: - Case: Gold plating largely intact on the lugs and case flanks, with wear and pitting along the lower bezel edge and case sides. Localized plating loss and dark spotting on the lug tips and undersides. Light scratches and scuffs throughout the bezel and case body. Crown shows wear and toning. Case back retains the stamped KS Hi-Beat gold medallion, with light scratching on the surrounding steel surface. - Dial: Original dial with strong natural patina. Uneven rose and golden-brown toning across the center, a lighter halo around the center pinion, and scattered spotting toward the perimeter. A dark patina spot sits below the KS logo and partly obscures the Hi-Beat printing. Applied Seiko and KS logos and stick markers remain intact. - Hands: Original hands with visible oxidation and loss of the black inlay on the hour and minute hands. - Crystal: Acrylic crystal with light to moderate surface scratching and some haze toward the edges. No cracks or chips.
Details: - Gold-Plated (SGP) Case - Signed Stainless Steel Case Back with King Seiko Hi-Beat Gold Medallion - Original Gold-Plated Crown with KS Emblem - Applied Gold Seiko and KS Logos - Original Silver Dial with Natural Patina - Applied Gold Stick Hour Markers with Black Inlay - Gold-Toned Hour and Minute Hands with Black Inlay, Gold-Toned Seconds Hand - Acrylic Crystal - Replaced Black Crocodile-Embossed Leather Strap with Black Stitching - Replaced Gold-Toned Buckle
