Seiko 5P31-5E10 Tonneau Gold-Plated — White Roman Dial (1990)
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Lifetime authenticity guarantee
Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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Seiko gold-plated: the tonneau dress watch with white Roman dial and cabochon crown
This Seiko watch is a tonneau-shaped dress watch, unisex, worn equally well by a man or a woman. Its gold-plated case, with its vertical silhouette and delicately curved sides, embodies the elegance of the shaped watch. It measures 27mm wide (29mm with the crown) with a Lug-to-lug of 35mm and a thickness of only 5.7mm. An extra-flat and refined piece, made to slip under a cuff.
The white lacquered dial is of understated classicism. Fine black Roman numerals circle it, framed by a double railway minute track that forms an elegant cartouche, in the purest dress watch spirit. The SEIKO signature sits at the top of the dial. Two fine blackened baton hands and a discreet golden seconds hand sweep across the whole, with perfect restraint and legibility.
Inside beats the Seiko 5P31 calibre, an extra-flat three-hand dress quartz movement. Its slim construction allows the watch's 5.7mm profile. In practice, servicing is limited to battery replacement by any watchmaker. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipping.
On the wrist, the piece plays the card of timeless classicism. The warm gold-plating, the white Roman dial and the black cabochon crown create a dress watch of great elegance, highlighted here by a black genuine crocodile leather strap. This strap is not original. The 19mm Lug width leaves the choice of replacement straps wide open.
Three points to note
- The white Roman numeral dial, framed by a double railway track, embodies the classicism of the dress watch: understated and perfectly legible.
- The crown is adorned with a black cabochon, a dress detail that enhances the whole.
- The case is gold-plated, not solid: it shows light signs of wear, noted with full transparency.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Seiko
- Model: tonneau dress watch, Roman dial
- Reference: 5P31-5E10
- Estimated year: 1990
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Japanese quartz, Seiko 5P31 calibre
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
- Case: Gold-plated (steel back), tonneau shape
- Dimensions: 27mm (29mm with the crown)
- Lug to lug: 35mm
- Thickness: 5.7mm
- Lug width: 19mm
- Crown: Gold-plated, black cabochon, original
- Dial: White lacquered, black Roman numerals, double railway track, Seiko signature, original
- Hands: Blackened batons (hours, minutes), golden seconds hand, original
- Crystal: Mineral crystal, very good condition (9/10)
- Strap: Genuine black crocodile leather, not original
- Buckle: Gold-plated, not original
Condition and guarantee
- General condition: Excellent state of preservation. Impeccable white dial, crisp numerals and hands, Crystal in very good condition (9/10). The gold plating shows only light superficial signs of wear.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanics: Checked quartz movement, new battery, guaranteed for 1 year
- Included: Invoice Atelier Victor
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
What is a "tonneau" case?
The tonneau, or "barrel," case is a shaped case whose sides are curved and slightly domed, like the staves of a tonneau, in a silhouette taller than it is wide. It is a classic and elegant shape in dress watchmaking, which sits beautifully on the wrist and gives this Seiko its timeless character.
Is the Seiko 5P31 caliber reliable?
Yes. The 5P31 is an ultra-thin three-hand dress quartz movement, renowned for its reliability. Its maintenance is extremely simple: a battery change by any watchmaker is sufficient. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and is guaranteed for 1 year.
Is the case solid gold?
No: it is a gold-plated case with a steel back, a technique commonly used on Seiko dress watches. The plating brings the warmth and brilliance of gold for a fraction of its price. This piece shows light signs of wear on its plating, disclosed with complete transparency.
Is this Seiko water-resistant?
No. Water resistance is never guaranteed on a vintage watch: the original gaskets have aged and the back pressure is no longer what it was on day one. Avoid the shower, pool, and sea. Simple contact with rainwater, however, does not present any difficulty.
For what wrist does this watch suit?
With a tonneau case 27mm wide and a Lug-to-lug of 35mm, it is ideally a shaped watch in a measured format, comfortable on a slim to medium wrist and easy to slip under a cuff. That said, a watch is also a matter of style: depending on taste and the look sought, this piece can be worn equally well by a man or a woman, on all kinds of wrists. Size is only a guide, never a rule.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being offered for sale: verification of authenticity, checking the conformity of the components, identification of any modification or replacement of original parts.
If any element has been replaced during the life of the watch (dial, hands, crown, Crystal, strap), we systematically indicate it in the product sheet. You buy knowing the exact history of your piece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your Atelier Victor invoice serves as a certificate of authenticity: it attests to the origin and conformity of the piece, and is covered by our lifetime authenticity guarantee — if a piece sold by Atelier Victor were found to be non-authentic, it would be fully refunded, with no time limit.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer starting from €1,000.
Does the strap not suit you? Add the strap of your choice to your order: we will fit it to your watch before shipment, at no fitting charge.
International Shipping
Shipped within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination. Delivery in 2 to 6 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Free delivery from €1,000 of purchase, as well as on the Jewelry Atelier Victor
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
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NON-CONFORMING ITEM
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