{"product_id":"montre-seiko-baignoire-acier-cadran-blanc-chiffres-arabes-2000","title":"Vintage Seiko Baignoire Stainless Steel — White Dial Arabic Numerals (2000) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Baignoire — The steel version, fresh and luminous\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko Baignoire watch\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced around 2000, stands out for a rare choice in the collection: a \u003cstrong\u003epolished steel case\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBaignoire shape\u003c\/strong\u003e — a vertical oval silhouette popularized by Cartier in the 1950s — sits softly on the wrist. The \u003cstrong\u003esteel case\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003esculpted lugs\u003c\/strong\u003e adopts a bright, understated profile, its mirror polish capturing the light without the ostentation of gold. With its restrained \u003cstrong\u003e6.9mm\u003c\/strong\u003e profile, it wears with the lightness of a discreet jewel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003elacquered white dial\u003c\/strong\u003e features black \u003cstrong\u003eBreguet-style Arabic numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e, elegant and legible, around the oval. The \u003cstrong\u003eblued hands\u003c\/strong\u003e add a touch of color that subtly dialogues with the steel of the case and bracelet, creating a refined cool monochrome palette. The \u003cem\u003eSEIKO\u003c\/em\u003e signature and the \u003cstrong\u003egilt hexagonal “N” logo at 6 o'clock\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small warm accent that enlivens the whole — complete the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtected by a scratch-resistant \u003cstrong\u003esapphire crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Baignoire is powered by the reliable \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko 1F21 quartz caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mounted on a \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade grained navy blue leather strap\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree points to note about this piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase polished steel (not gold-plated): a rare and luminous version of the Baignoire, with modern freshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite dial with Breguet-style Arabic numerals, blued hands and navy blue strap: a refined cool monochrome palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval Baignoire shape with sculpted lugs and Crystal sapphire crystal: timeless elegance and durable finishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Vintage Seiko Watches\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eSee our other vintage Seiko watches →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e | \u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Vintage Women Watches\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-femme\"\u003eSee our vintage women's watches →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical characteristics\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 (vertical oval shape)\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 2000\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 Steel (steel back), oval Baignoire shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21mm (23mm with 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 Steel, original\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White lacquered dial with Breguet Arabic numerals, hexagonal gold-tone “N” logo at 6 o’clock, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blued baton hands, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire, very fine condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade grained navy blue leather strap, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel buckle, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very fine state of preservation. Immaculate original white dial, intact blued hands, polished steel case in fine condition, sapphire Crystal in very fine condition.\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, guaranteed for 1 year\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\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Baignoire watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy a steel case rather than gold-plated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteel 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are Breguet numerals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBreguet 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Seiko 1F21 caliber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\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\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53950426284369,"sku":"010252 1F21-5B70","price":295.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_02045-2.jpg?v=1780657872","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-baignoire-steel-white-dial-arabic-numerals-2000","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}