Vintage Watch Citizen Steel Blue 75-0239 — New Old Stock (1980s)
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Shipping from Dubai — taxes and customs duties are the buyer's responsibility outside the UAE
Lifetime authenticity guarantee
Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
International shipping
Photo taken on a 17.5 cm wrist
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Citizen Blue Steel — An Unworn Japanese Piece
This vintage Citizen watch comes directly from Japan in a condition rarely encountered: new old stock, original tag still attached. A piece from the 1980s that has remained sheltered for nearly forty years, never once worn. An intact testament to Japanese watchmaking of the era.
The sunburst blue dial is its signature. Depending on the light, it shifts from a deep blue to a brighter sheen, structured by fine baton hour markers and original steel hands. A discreet blue on the wrist, revealed as soon as it catches the light. The freshness of the dial, with no intervention or re-gilding, confirms the exceptional condition of the piece.
The 23.5mm brushed steel case makes it a delicate piece, designed for slender wrists. Its hand-wound movement imposes that daily gesture sought after by lovers of mechanical vintage — the piece one winds each morning, almost a ritual. The original brushed steel bracelet, fitted with an adjustable extension, completes the watch in its factory configuration.
An authentic Japanese vintage watch, in an original freshness that is exceedingly rare for its age. Selected, authenticated, and guaranteed by Atelier Victor, it is shipped worldwide quickly and securely.
Three points to note about this piece
- New old stock condition: never worn, original tag still attached — a rare freshness for a piece from the 1980s.
- Original sunburst blue dial with baton hour markers: with no intervention or re-gilding, the piece's visual signature.
- 23.5mm format designed for the slender wrist, powered by a hand-wound movement.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Citizen
- Model: Blue Steel
- Reference: 75-0239
- Estimated year: 1980s
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Women
- Movement: Manual winding Citizen
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
- Case: Brushed steel, round shape
- Dimensions: 23.5mm (26mm with crown)
- Lug to lug: 29mm
- Thickness: 10mm
- Lug width: 12mm
- Crown: Steel, original
- Dial: Sunburst blue with baton hour markers, original
- Hands: Steel, original
- Crystal: Mineral, excellent condition (9/10)
- Bracelet: Brushed steel, original (17.5cm size, adjustable extension)
- Buckle: Buckle, original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition: New old stock, original tag still attached. Original dial, hands, and case, with no signs of wear from use.
- Water resistance: Non guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanical: Serviced movement, one-year warranty
- Included: Invoice Atelier Victor, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this Citizen really new?
Yes. It is a new old stock (NOS) piece from the 1980s, never worn, with the original tag still attached. It has simply passed through the decades unused, preserved safely away. That is what explains its exceptional freshness. -
Is the sunburst blue dial original?
Yes. The sunburst blue dial, baton indexes, and steel hands are original, with no intervention or re-gilding. The deep blue and its sunburst effect are factory-original. -
How does the hand-winding work?
The piece has neither battery nor automatic rotor. Simply wind the crown each day to keep it running — a daily ritual appreciated by lovers of mechanical vintage. The movement has been serviced by our team and is guaranteed for one year. -
Is it suitable for a slender wrist?
Absolutely. With a 23.5mm case and a 29mm Lug-to-lug, it is a delicate size, designed for slender wrists. The original bracelet features an adjustable extension for optimal comfort. -
What is the international delivery time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.
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
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
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