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SEIKO KS HI-BEAT AUTOMATIC REF. 5626-7000

SEIKO KS HI-BEAT AUTOMATIC REF. 5626-7000

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1978 Seiko KS (King Seiko) Hi-Beat Automatic Ref. 5626-7000

Overall Notes:
- Cosmetic Condition: B+ (clean, well-preserved example with a bright polished case and an original, unrestored dial; light age-consistent wear present).
- The watch is in working condition with the automatic Hi-Beat movement running.
- This watch features authentic, model-correct Seiko King Seiko components. The original solid case back has been modified with a display crystal (see Condition Notes). The strap is a non-brand black textured leather strap with a stainless steel pin buckle.

Operating State:
- The movement has been serviced (disassembly, cleaning, lubrication and regulation).
- Keeping time precisely.
- Day and date functions operate correctly.

Condition Notes:
- Case: Polished stainless steel, bright overall. Light scratches and minor marks on lugs and sides from age and wear. Lines and bevels defined; no dents or deformation. Possibly lightly polished.
- Dial: Very good. Original silver sunburst, unrestored. Faceted markers and all text crisp; SEIKO and KS Hi-Beat logos intact. Day/date windows clean.
- Hands: Original baton hands, intact and aligned.
- Crystal: Acrylic with light scratches and slight distortion at an angle. No cracks or chips; dial fully readable.
- Case Back: Original back (serial 800236) modified into an open display back with a fitted crystal. Some scratching and minor corrosion around the edge. Movement clean and clearly visible. Retains original markings.
- Crown: Signed KS crown, correct.

Specs:
- Caliber: Seiko 5626A Automatic Movement
- Case Size: 36.5mm
- Lug Width: 18mm
- Thickness: 11mm
- Lug-to-Lug: 41mm

Details:
- Stainless Steel Case
- Original Stainless Steel Case Back, Modified with Display Crystal
- Signed KS Crown
- Original Silver Sunburst Dial, unrestored
- Applied Faceted Stick Hour Markers
- Baton Hour, Minute, and Seconds Hands
- Acrylic Crystal
- Black Textured Leather Strap with Stainless Steel Pin Buckle

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