Seiko Watch 7820-5420 Gold-Plated — TV Two Hands (1979)
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Two gold hands on brushed gold, nothing else — the 1979 TV screen reduced to its purest form, in 6.4 millimetres of thickness.
A golden Seiko TV, reduced to two hands
This Seiko watch is a 1979 dress watch, built on a TV case: a cushion shape with softened corners and curved sides, evoking the television screen of its era. Gold-plated over a steel base, it measures 33mm with a 6.4mm thickness — a format that has presence on the wrist, yet slips under a cuff.
The brushed golden dial is rendered in the same material as the case, so that the watch appears carved from a single block of gold. The applied baton hour markers, polished and faceted, stand out only through their relief, beneath the signatures Seiko and Quartz and the quartz emblem. Two golden baton hands are enough: no seconds hand, no date, no colour — a fully embraced monochrome gold aesthetic.
This purity is no coincidence: the Seiko 7820 calibre is a two-hand quartz movement that Seiko designed specifically for its ultra-thin watches in the late 1970s. By removing the seconds, the movement becomes slimmer and the dial calmer. This one has been checked and fitted with a new battery.
This watch was produced for the Japanese market — what collectors refer to as JDM, Japanese Domestic Market. It is fitted with a later English green crocodile-grain leather strap, with a steel Buckle pin buckle: the deep green against the gold is a stylist’s pairing, taking this watch out of the expected register.
Three points to note
01
Monochrome gold — case, dial, hour markers and hands in the same material: a watch in a single block.
02
Two hands on calibre 7820 — the ultra-thin quartz that Seiko reserved for its finest watches.
03
Case TV of 33mm — the 1979 screen, worn here on a contrasting English green leather strap.
Why choose a vintage dress Seiko?
This vintage Seiko watch occupies a precise place among men’s and women’s vintage watches: its 33mm TV case with 36mm of Lug-to-lug makes it a vintage dress watch that can be worn equally well by both, and its two-hand register places it in the lineage of pared-back watches — those that tell the time without ever commenting on it.
Like all our vintage quartz watches , this one has been opened and inspected by our partner watchmakers: movement verification, examination of the dial, hands, and case. Each vintage watch we offer comes with an Atelier Victor invoice serving as a certificate, a one-year warranty, and lifetime guaranteed authenticity.
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Technical characteristics
- Brand: Seiko
- Model: TV dress watch
- Reference: 7820-5420
- Year: 1979
- Origin: Japan (domestic market)
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Seiko quartz, caliber 7820
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Gold-plated, steel caseback, TV shape with softened corners
- Width: 33mm (35mm with crown)
- Lug to lug: 36mm
- Thickness: 6.4mm
- Lug width: 20mm
- Crown: Fluted golden, original
- Dial: Brushed golden, applied baton hour markers, quartz emblem, original
- Hands: Golden baton hands, original
- Crystal: Mineral (condition 9/10)
- Strap: English green leather with crocodile pattern, not original
- Buckle: Steel pin buckle, not original
Condition and warranty
- General condition: Good state of preservation. Crisp golden dial, indexes and hands without alteration, Crystal in very fine condition. The gold-plated case shows light signs of wear on the bezel and lugs, visible in our photographs; the plating is even.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanical condition: Inspected quartz movement, new battery, guaranteed for 1 year
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
What is a TV case?
It is a cushion-shaped case with softened corners and slightly curved sides, recalling the screen of the television sets of its era. The shape enjoyed its golden age between the mid-1970s and the 1980s, before disappearing almost completely from catalogs. Today it is returning among the most sought-after vintage shapes, precisely because no current production has revived it.
Why does this watch have only two hands?
Because its caliber 7820 is a two-hand quartz movement, which Seiko designed for its ultra-thin watches: by removing the seconds hand, the movement becomes thinner and the dial gains a calmness that watches with a seconds hand do not have. The movement operates exactly like a classic quartz movement, with a battery to be changed every two to three years.
Isn’t a golden dial a bit “too much”?
No, because it all comes down to the material: the dial is brushed like the case, without excessive shine, and the hour markers stand out only through their relief. The brushed gold of this period has a matte glow, closer to fabric than to a mirror — and the English green strap that accompanies it pulls it toward an almost sporty-chic register. It is a golden watch that can be worn without a second thought.
How should a gold-plated case be cared for?
Plating is a layer of gold applied over a base metal, which grows thinner over time in the areas most exposed to friction. A soft, dry cloth is sufficient for routine care; avoid abrasive products, perfumes, and household cleaners, which accelerate wear. On this watch, the plating is even, with fine signs of use.
Is this piece suited to a slim or larger wrist?
At 33mm wide, 36mm Lug-to-lug and 6.4mm thick, it suits wrists of approximately 15 to 18cm — a guideline, never a rule: everyone wears what they like. Its TV case carries its presence through its width and slips easily under a cuff. The Lug width measures 20mm, making it easy to change the strap.
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.
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.
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- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)
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Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer 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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