Vintage Seiko Baignoire Stainless Steel — White Dial Arabic Numerals (2000)
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Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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Seiko Baignoire — The steel version, fresh and luminous
This vintage Seiko Baignoire watch, produced around 2000, stands out for a rare choice in the collection: a polished steel case, whereas most Baignoires adopt gold plating. This cool, luminous tone, paired with a white dial and touches of blue, gives the piece a distinctly modern freshness — an oval dress watch that reinterprets the classic with contemporary elegance.
The Baignoire shape — a vertical oval silhouette popularized by Cartier in the 1950s — sits softly on the wrist. The steel case with sculpted lugs adopts a bright, understated profile, its mirror polish capturing the light without the ostentation of gold. With its restrained 6.9mm profile, it wears with the lightness of a discreet jewel.
The lacquered white dial features black Breguet-style Arabic numerals, elegant and legible, around the oval. The blued hands add a touch of color that subtly dialogues with the steel of the case and bracelet, creating a refined cool monochrome palette. The SEIKO signature and the gilt hexagonal “N” logo at 6 o'clock — a small warm accent that enlivens the whole — complete the composition.
Protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, this Baignoire is powered by the reliable Seiko 1F21 quartz caliber. Mounted on a handmade grained navy blue leather strap that extends the harmony of blue and steel, it will appeal to those seeking an oval dress watch that departs from the usual golden codes. 21mm format, ideal for slender wrists, for both women and men. A selected piece, authenticated and serviced by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.
Three points to note about this piece
- Case polished steel (not gold-plated): a rare and luminous version of the Baignoire, with modern freshness.
- White dial with Breguet-style Arabic numerals, blued hands and navy blue strap: a refined cool monochrome palette.
- Oval Baignoire shape with sculpted lugs and Crystal sapphire crystal: timeless elegance and durable finishing.
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Technical characteristics
- Brand: Seiko
- Model: Baignoire (vertical oval shape)
- Reference: 1F21-5B70
- Estimated year: 2000
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex, slender wrists)
- Movement: Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 1F21
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
- Case: Steel (steel back), oval Baignoire shape
- Dimensions: 21mm (23mm with crown)
- Lug to lug: 33mm
- Thickness: 6.9mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 12mm
- Crown: Steel, original
- Dial: White lacquered dial with Breguet Arabic numerals, hexagonal gold-tone “N” logo at 6 o’clock, original
- Hands: Blued baton hands, original
- Crystal: Sapphire, very fine condition
- Bracelet: Handmade grained navy blue leather strap, non-original
- Buckle: Steel buckle, original
Condition and Guarantee
- Overall condition: Very fine state of preservation. Immaculate original white dial, intact blued hands, polished steel case in fine condition, sapphire Crystal in very fine condition.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Movement: Checked quartz movement, guaranteed for 1 year
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a Baignoire watch?
The Baignoire refers to a vertical oval case silhouette, taller than it is wide, popularized by Cartier in the 1950s with the famous Baignoire Cartier. The term has become a generic descriptor for this shape in dress watchmaking. This Seiko Baignoire offers a refined Japanese interpretation, here in steel, at a far more accessible price than a Swiss Baignoire. -
Why a steel case rather than gold-plated?
Steel offers a cool, luminous tone, more discreet and contemporary than gold. It pairs particularly well with cool shades such as the blue of this piece, and is suited to those who prefer understated elegance. Steel is also highly resistant and requires no particular maintenance. -
What are Breguet numerals?
Breguet numerals are an elegant and stylized Arabic numeral design, introduced by watchmaker Abraham-Louis Breguet at the beginning of the 19th century. Now a classic of dress watchmaking, they bring a touch of timeless refinement to the dial. -
What is the Seiko 1F21 caliber?
The 1F21 caliber is a Japanese quartz movement Seiko produced in the 2000s, powering the brand's small dress watches. It is a reliable and precise caliber, easy to maintain, requiring only a battery change every 2 to 3 years. -
Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman?
With its compact 21mm width and Baignoire shape, this Seiko is an ideal piece for slender wrists, both feminine and masculine. Its oval steel silhouette and touches of blue give it a Unisex and modern elegance. -
What is the international delivery time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, 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
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NON-CONFORMING ITEM
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For full details, please consult our return policy.
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