{"product_id":"montre-seiko-lord-quartz-8243-acier-cadran-bleu-1979","title":"Vintage Seiko Lord Quartz 8243 Steel — Blue Dial (1979) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Lord Quartz vintage: a high-end steel watch with a blue dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko Lord Quartz watch\u003c\/strong\u003e is a prestigious dress piece with a round steel case and a deep navy blue dial with a fine grained texture. From the rare Lord Quartz line — produced only from 1978 to 1980 and, at launch, more expensive than certain King Quartz models — it appeals through its precision and meticulous finishing. With its versatile size, it can be worn equally well on a man’s or a woman’s wrist. A refined Japanese watch, sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003enavy blue dial\u003c\/strong\u003e, with its delicate grained texture that subtly catches the light, highlights applied faceted baton hour markers, a Roman numeral XII, the \"Seiko Lord Quartz\" signature and the emblem. At 3 o’clock, the day-date window displays the day in Japanese ideograms (kanji) or in English. Fine faceted hands and a sweeping seconds hand complete the ensemble for a clear, luminous reading. A sober, deep dial of great elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko is powered by the \u003cstrong\u003equartz caliber 8243\u003c\/strong\u003e, a remarkable high-end movement: originally stated at approximately ±10 seconds per month — on the level of the King Quartz — with a battery life of about 5 years and a bilingual day-date. On a piece of this age, the actual precision may now vary depending on the condition of the movement. It carries forward the heritage of Seiko, the quartz pioneer with the Astron of 1969.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e33mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e in steel, fitted to its original integrated steel bracelet, this vintage watch offers a versatile format true to its era, on the wrist of both a man and a woman — a true \u003cstrong\u003eunisex Unisex\u003c\/strong\u003e. The whole piece is in very fine condition; the mineral crystal, probably polished, is in very fine condition. The original steel bracelet is adjustable (length ~20cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Seiko Lord Quartz watch, round steel case, grained navy blue dial and day-date (1979).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-precision Seiko 8243 quartz caliber (±10 s\/month originally stated), battery life ~5 years, bilingual day-date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare Lord Quartz line (produced 1978-1980), on its original integrated steel bracelet; Unisex watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003evintage Seiko watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-japonaises\"\u003evintage Japanese watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lord Quartz, round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8243-7030\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men’s and women’s watch (Unisex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz, Seiko 8243 caliber (±10 s\/month originally stated, battery life ~5 years, day-date)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, day (kanji\/English bilingual), date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel (steel caseback), round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33mm (35mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 39mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  Navy blue with a fine grained texture, faceted applied baton hour markers, XII Roman numeral, signatures “Seiko Lord Quartz” and emblem, 3 o’clock day-date, original\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faceted baton hands (hours, minutes) and seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, probably polished, in beautiful condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated steel, original (adjustable, length ~20cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel clasp, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very fine state of preservation. Superb original blue dial, case and steel bracelet in beautiful condition; Crystal probably polished mineral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Checked quartz movement, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Seiko Lord Quartz?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Lord Quartz is a range of high-end quartz dress watches, produced by Seiko only from 1978 to 1980. Although catalogued under the King Quartz line, it was more expensive than certain King Quartz models. Its limited three-year production makes it a rare and sought-after collector’s piece, more discreet than the King and Grand Quartz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 8243 caliber accurate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, particularly so. The 8243 was originally announced with a precision of around ±10 seconds per month — on par with King Quartz — and a battery life of approximately 5 years. On a piece of this age, real accuracy may vary depending on the condition of the movement and any adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the bilingual day-date work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 3 o’clock window displays the date as well as the day of the week, which can be set in Japanese ideograms (kanji) or in English. It is an authentic feature of models originally intended for the Japanese market (JDM), uncommon in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko watch vintage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, fully. Dated 1979, it far exceeds the thirty-year threshold generally used for the term “vintage.” It is an authentic vintage Seiko Lord Quartz watch, a witness to the golden age of high-end Japanese quartz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a Unisex watch. Its 33mm case suits both a masculine and feminine wrist. Its navy blue dial and dress format make it an elegant and versatile watch, for everyday wear as well as evening occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54032901079377,"sku":"968862 8243-5000","price":345.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_03803_34bd1777-9334-49f7-a6d6-9e943458175a.jpg?v=1782637177","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/seiko-lord-quartz-8243-steel-watch-blue-dial-1979","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}