{"product_id":"montre-seiko-chronos-jdm-vintage-7433-5080-affichage-kanji-quartz-1985","title":"Vintage Seiko Chronos JDM Watch — Kanji Display Quartz (1985) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Seiko Chronos cushion-case watch with a clean white dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko vintage Chronos\u003c\/strong\u003e, reference \u003cstrong\u003e7433-5080\u003c\/strong\u003e, was produced in Japan around \u003cstrong\u003e1985\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Chronos collection at Seiko designates the brand’s range of high-end quartz dress watches from the 1980s — a positioning that met with considerable success on the Japanese market and is now back on the radar of discerning vintage Japanese collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecushion-case\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless steel case, with rounded angles and clean lines, is the expression of a typical Seiko 80s design — understated, geometric, deeply Japanese. The original \u003cstrong\u003ematte off-white dial\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a luminous, minimalist reading, punctuated by very fine \u003cstrong\u003eapplied black baton hour markers\u003c\/strong\u003e and faceted silver-tone hands with a black central stripe. A composition of remarkable graphic purity, faithful to the philosophy of refinement that Seiko has always championed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe detail that sets this piece apart on the \u003cstrong\u003evintage Japanese\u003c\/strong\u003e market: its \u003cstrong\u003eday-date display with kanji\u003c\/strong\u003e at 3 o’clock. The day of the week is shown alternately in English and in Japanese ideograms (\\u706b for Tuesday, \\u6c34 for Wednesday, etc.). This distinctive feature, characteristic of watches produced for the \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese domestic market (JDM)\u003c\/strong\u003e, has become a collector’s argument in its own right — it immediately identifies a piece originally intended for Japan’s domestic market, rarer in the West and particularly sought after by connoisseurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal steel bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e with integrated design, featuring fine type \"rice grain\" links, completes the overall aesthetic and has never been replaced since production. With a diameter of \u003cstrong\u003e31mm\u003c\/strong\u003e and a thickness of \u003cstrong\u003e7.6mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko vintage watch\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a compact format Unisex — ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ewomen’s as well as men’s wrists\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking a discreet yet characterful Japanese piece. An \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Japanese watch\u003c\/strong\u003e from the great quartz era of Seiko, selected 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\u003eReference 7433-5080 produced for the Japanese domestic market (JDM): day display with kanji, Seiko 7433 quartz caliber, 1980s cushion-case design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpeccable original off-white dial, with no oxidation: a refined and minimalist composition typical of the Seiko Chronos philosophy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial, integrated steel bracelet, crown and original Buckle: a complete and preserved configuration, rare on this JDM reference.\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 Watches\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-collection-occasion-luxe\"\u003eSee all our vintage 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\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chronos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7433-5080\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1985\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese domestic (JDM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz, calibre Seiko 7433\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Hours, minutes, seconds, day (English and kanji), date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase :\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, cushion-case shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions :\u003c\/strong\u003e 31mm (32mm with crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug :\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness (Crystal included) :\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width :\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm (integrated)\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 Matte textured silver with applied black baton indexes, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands :\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvered baton hands with black central strip, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Original mineral, excellent condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet :\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated steel bracelet, “rice grain” links, original (adjustable size up to 19cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko, 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 Very fine state of preservation. Original silver dial with a slight trace at 11 o'clock, steel case showing light micro-scratches from use consistent with its age. Original bracelet very well preserved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance :\u003c\/strong\u003e Not water-resistant (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 Inspected 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\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko Chronos authentic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, every vintage Seiko watch is authenticated by our team. Reference 7433-5080 and calibre Seiko 7433 are verified open. Authenticity is guaranteed for life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"JDM\" mean and why is it interesting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJDM stands for \"Japanese Domestic Market\" — that is, this watch was produced exclusively for sale in Japan. JDM models stand out thanks to characteristics specific to the Japanese market (here, the day display in kanji), often superior craftsmanship, and limited distribution. Collectors seek out these pieces for their rarity in the West and their cultural authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the kanji display difficult to read?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, because this watch displays the day of the week in dual form: in English and in Japanese kanji alternately. You can therefore read the day without difficulty while enjoying the authentic Japanese touch of kanji.\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 31mm diameter and Unisex design, this Seiko Chronos is perfectly suited to both feminine and masculine wrists. It is typically the format of Japanese dress watches from the 1980s, designed for both genders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the quartz movement reliable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCalibre Seiko 7433 is one of the most reliable Japanese quartz movements of its generation. It has been inspected by our watchmaker and is guaranteed for 1 year. The battery can be changed easily by any watchmaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international delivery time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53791310741841,"sku":"503181 7433-5080","price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/2VD02939.jpg?v=1779211978","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-chronos-jdm-watch-7433-5080-kanji-display-quartz-1985","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}