{"product_id":"montre-seiko-vintage-1f21-5b70-plaque-or-crocodile-bleu-1996","title":"Vintage Seiko Watch 1F21-5B70 — Gold-Plated, Blue Crocodile Leather (1996) ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 28px 0; padding: 22px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2ddd5; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: 0.18em; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: 0.5;\"\u003eAtelier Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-style: italic; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eA 21mm gold-plated oval case, Arabic numerals drawn in an English style, and blue hands on a white dial. A Seiko from 1996, on midnight blue crocodile leather. Checked, delivered with its Atelier Victor invoice serving as a certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Seiko from 1996, gold-plated oval case and Arabic numeral dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold-plated case, with its elongated oval shape, measures 21mm wide, 7mm thick and 33.5mm lug-to-lug. Its sides curve toward the lugs, which take the strap on a 12mm lug width; the gold-tone fluted crown sits at 3 o'clock. The caseback is steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white dial follows the shape of the case. Twelve black Arabic numerals, in a cursive design, trace its outline; the Seiko signature is placed below 12 o'clock and a gold-tone emblem marks 6 o'clock. The blue hands and fine centre seconds stand out against this light background. The dial and hands are original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is powered by the Seiko 1F21 calibre, a small 2-jewel quartz designed for the brand's ladies' watches. The serial number engraved on the caseback dates production to September 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is fitted on a midnight blue crocodile leather strap, closed by a gold-tone pin buckle; the blue of the leather echoes that of the hands. At 21mm wide, it wears on a slim wrist, on its own or paired with bracelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 40px 0 16px;\"\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px 0; padding-left: 16px; border-left: 1px solid #e2ddd5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px; font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 0.1em; opacity: 0.45;\"\u003e01\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase gold-plated oval case\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved sides extending to the lugs, across 21mm of width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px; font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 0.1em; opacity: 0.45;\"\u003e02\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCursive Arabic numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e — Twelve black numerals and blue hands on a white dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px; font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 0.1em; opacity: 0.45;\"\u003e03\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidnight blue crocodile leather\u003c\/strong\u003e — A strap matched to the hands, closed by a gold-tone Buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 40px 0 16px;\"\u003eWhy choose a vintage Seiko watch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1F21-5B70 reference brings together a gold-plated oval case, a white dial with cursive Arabic numerals and a midnight blue crocodile leather strap. A ladies' watch from 1996, to wear every day or in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece offered by Atelier Victor is checked by our watchmakers before being put online: movement tested, case and dial examined. It is delivered with the Atelier Victor invoice serving as a certificate, a 1-year mechanical guarantee on the movement and a lifetime authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\" title=\"See all our vintage Seiko watches\"\u003eDiscover our vintage Seiko watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-femme\" title=\"Vintage watches for women\"\u003eSee our selection of vintage women's watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 40px 0 16px;\"\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  Oval women's watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1F21-5B70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 1996\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6901••\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 Women's watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz, calibre Seiko 1F21, 2 jewels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, centre seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated (steel back), elongated oval shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21mm (22.5mm including the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone, fluted, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, black Arabic numerals, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue, centre seconds, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire crystal (condition 9\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midnight blue crocodile leather, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone pin buckle, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 40px 0 16px;\"\u003eCondition and guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good overall condition, original dial and hands, Crystal 9\/10\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\u003eMechanics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz movement checked and functional, new battery, 1-year guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Invoice Atelier Victor serving as a certificate of authenticity, 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\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 40px 0 16px;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wrist size is this watch suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a width of 21mm, a 33.5mm Lug-to-lug, and a thickness of 7mm, this is a women's format, suitable for slim to medium wrists. The Lug width of 12mm makes it easy to change the strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this watch dated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy its serial number, engraved on the caseback. At Seiko, the first digit gives the year within the decade and the second the month: 69•••• here corresponds to September 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the strap original?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The midnight blue crocodile leather strap and its gold-tone pin buckle were fitted as replacements; the Lug width of 12mm makes it easy to change the strap. The dial and hands are original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should a gold-plated case be cared for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA soft, dry cloth is sufficient for routine care. It is preferable to avoid abrasive products and household cleaners, and to remove the watch for activities that may rub against it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do delivery and payment work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe piece is shipped with tracking and insurance by a trusted carrier, to a collection point or home delivery depending on the destination. Delivery is free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55269278384465,"sku":"690101","price":383.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-seiko-vintage-1f21-5b70-crocodile-bleu-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1791977363","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-1f21-5b70-watch-gold-plated-blue-crocodile-leather-1996","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}