Vintage Seiko King Quartz 0852 Steel — White Tapisserie Dial (1976)
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Seiko King Quartz vintage: a high-end steel watch with a tapestry dial
This vintage Seiko King Quartz watch is a prestigious piece with a faceted round steel case and a white tapestry dial with a fine vertical pattern. Part of the King Quartz line — one of Seiko's most high-end quartz collections in the 1970s, heir to the King Seiko spirit — it sits one step above the Type II and QT series. With its versatile format, it can be worn equally well on the wrist of a man or a woman. A refined Japanese watch, a testament to the brand's quartz excellence.
The white dial is patterned with a delicate raised vertical motif that subtly catches the light, enhanced by applied faceted baton hour markers. The "Seiko King Quartz" signatures and the KQ emblem appear on the dial, while a date window sits at 3 o'clock. Slim faceted baton hands, inherited from Seiko's "Grammar of Design" philosophy, sweep across the dial for a clear, luminous readout. A sober, meticulous dial, worthy of the finest Japanese dress watches.
This Seiko is powered by the 0852 quartz calibre, the high-end movement in the "08" series signed Daini Seikosha — the very one fitted to the top of the King Quartz range. Precise and reliable, it runs on a battery and displays the date. It carries on Seiko's legacy as a quartz pioneer with the 1969 Astron. A controlled movement, guaranteeing precise everyday operation without burdensome mechanical servicing.
With its 36mm case in a faceted round steel form, mounted on its original integrated steel bracelet, this vintage watch offers a versatile format that is perfectly in keeping with its era, on the wrist of a man or a woman — a true Unisex watch. The whole piece is in very good condition. The original steel bracelet is adjustable (length ~20cm).
Three points to note
- Vintage Seiko King Quartz watch, faceted round steel case, tapestry white dial and date (1976).
- Seiko 0852 quartz calibre, the high-end movement in the "08" series, at the top of the King Quartz range.
- High-end model on its original integrated steel bracelet; Unisex watch.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Seiko
- Model: King Quartz, faceted round shape
- Reference: 0852-8000
- Estimated year: 1976
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 0852 (Daini Seikosha, high-end "08" series)
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
- Case: Steel (steel case back), faceted round shape
- Dimensions: 36mm (38.3mm with the crown)
- Lug to lug: 40mm
- Thickness: 11mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 18mm
- Crown: Steel, original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition: Excellent preserved condition. Superb original dial, case and steel bracelet in good condition.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Movement: Checked quartz movement, one-year warranty
- Includes: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
What is the Seiko King Quartz?
The King Quartz is a range of high-end quartz watches launched by Seiko in 1975, heir to the spirit of King Seiko. In the hierarchy of the time, it ranked above the Type II and QT series, just below the Grand Quartz and Superior. It stands out for its refined finishes and precision quartz calibres.
What is the calibre of this King Quartz?
It is fitted with calibre 0852, the high-end movement from the “08” series produced by Daini Seikosha, which equipped the top of the King Quartz range. Precise and reliable, it displays the date and runs on a battery. It has been checked and comes with a one-year warranty.
Are the case and bracelet original?
Yes. The faceted round steel case and its integrated steel bracelet are original, in the purest “Grammar of Design” style of Seiko watches from the 1970s. The bracelet is adjustable to approximately 20cm.
Is this Seiko watch vintage?
Yes, absolutely. Dated 1976, it far exceeds the thirty-year threshold generally used for the term “vintage”. It is an authentic vintage Seiko King Quartz watch, a witness to the golden age of high-end Japanese quartz.
Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman?
It is a Unisex watch. Its 36mm case suits both a masculine and feminine wrist. Its white tapestry dial and dress-watch format make it an elegant and versatile watch, for everyday wear as well as evening occasions.
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.
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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
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