{"product_id":"montre-seiko-baignoire-plaque-or-cadran-blanc-chiffres-breguet-1999","title":"Vintage Seiko Baignoire Gold-Plated Watch — White Dial Breguet Numerals (1999) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA vertical oval silhouette with dressed charm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko stands out for its \u003cstrong\u003evertical oval case\u003c\/strong\u003e, taller than it is wide, a dress shape found on the most elegant pieces in watchmaking. The warm gold-plating encases a lacquered white dial of great sobriety, where the \u003cstrong\u003eBreguet numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e unfold their calligraphic curves. The whole piece exudes restraint: no excess, just a clean line carried by an timeless silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ewhite dial\u003c\/strong\u003e forms the heart of this piece. The twelve Breguet-style Arabic numerals, slender and refined, follow the oval opening of the dial rather than a strict circle, which accentuates the watch's verticality. The \u003cstrong\u003eblued baton hands\u003c\/strong\u003e contrast delicately with the light background, while the small gilded hexagonal \"N\" logo discreetly marks the lower part of the dial, at 6 o'clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the Crystal sapphire beats a \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese quartz movement\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Seiko 1F21 caliber, a reliable analog mechanism that drives the hours, minutes, and seconds. With its 21 mm width and 12 mm Lug width, this watch is designed for \u003cstrong\u003eslender wrists\u003c\/strong\u003e, whether feminine or masculine. Its measured proportions and elongated form make it a truly Unisex piece, equally at home by day or in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece has crossed the years with elegance. The \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal dial\u003c\/strong\u003e remains impeccable, the blued hands are intact, and the Crystal sapphire is in very fine condition. That said, there is \u003cstrong\u003eslight wear to the gold plating\u003c\/strong\u003e at 6 o'clock, disclosed transparently and consistent with the watch's age. The brown crocodile-style leather strap harmonizes naturally with the warmth of the gold-plating; its steel Buckle buckle is not original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical oval gold-plated Case, a dress shape ideal for slender wrists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal lacquered white dial with Breguet numerals, blued hands, and sapphire Crystal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlight wear to the gold plating at 6 o'clock, noted without reservation; 1-year guaranteed quartz movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover all our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eSeiko vintage watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Explore our selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/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 Baignoire gold-plated\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 1999\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), slender wrists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 1F21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated (steel base), vertical oval shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21mm wide (23mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.9mm (Crystal included)\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-plated, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, twelve Breguet Arabic numerals, gilded hexagonal \"N\" logo at 6 o'clock, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blued baton, original\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire, very good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown crocodile-style leather Seiko, possibly original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel buckle, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good state of preservation. Impeccable original white dial, intact blued hands, Crystal sapphire crystal in very good condition. Slight wear to the plating at 6 o'clock, consistent with the age of the piece.\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\u003eMechanical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controlled quartz movement, 1-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\u003eWhy is the case shape described as “Baignoire” for this type?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe term “Baignoire” informally refers to elongated oval cases, taller than they are wide. It refers to an emblematic Cartier model: the shape dates back to an oval case created in 1912, took on its modern silhouette in 1958 under the name “Ovale cintré,” then was officially named “Baignoire” in 1973. “Baignoire” is therefore a registered designation by Cartier. This Seiko is not one, but offers a Japanese interpretation of it, at a price incomparable with a Swiss piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a truly Unisex piece. Its 21 mm wide case and elongated oval shape are particularly well suited to slender wrists, feminine as well as masculine. Its golden silhouette and clean dial lend it a mixed elegance, equally at ease by day or evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are “Breguet” numerals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBreguet numerals are slender, stylized Arabic numerals with a slightly slanted design, associated with the house founded by Abraham-Louis Breguet at the turn of the 19th century. Now a classic of dress watchmaking, they bring a calligraphic touch of refinement to the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the case solid gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo: it is a gold-plated case over a steel base, a technique commonly used on Seiko dress watches. The plating brings the warmth and brilliance of gold at a fraction of the price. This piece shows slight wear to the plating at 6 o'clock, disclosed with full transparency and consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the quartz movement of this Seiko be maintained?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1F21 quartz caliber runs on a battery. When the watch stops, a simple battery replacement by a watchmaker is enough to bring it back to life. We recommend entrusting this operation to a professional in order to preserve the good condition of the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international delivery time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, insurance included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54049536901457,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-seiko-baignoire-plaque-or-cadran-blanc-chiffres-breguet-1999-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1781293741","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-baignoire-gold-plated-watch-white-dial-breguet-numerals-1999","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}