{"product_id":"montre-seiko-king-quartz-0852-acier-cadran-blanc-tapisse-1976","title":"Vintage Seiko King Quartz 0852 Steel — White Tapisserie Dial (1976) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko King Quartz vintage: a high-end steel watch with a tapestry dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko King Quartz watch\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ewhite dial\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko is powered by the \u003cstrong\u003e0852 quartz calibre\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e36mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003eUnisex watch\u003c\/strong\u003e. The whole piece is in very good condition. The original steel bracelet is adjustable (length ~20cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Seiko King Quartz watch, faceted round steel case, tapestry white dial and date (1976).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeiko 0852 quartz calibre, the high-end movement in the \"08\" series, at the top of the King Quartz range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-end model on its original integrated steel bracelet; Unisex watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003evintage Seiko watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 King Quartz, faceted round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0852-8000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1976\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)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 0852 (Daini Seikosha, high-end \"08\" series)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel (steel case back), faceted round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm (38.3mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White tapestry dial (fine vertical embossed pattern), applied faceted baton indices, “Seiko King Quartz” signature and KQ emblem, date at 3 o’clock, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faceted baton hands (hours, minutes) and sweep seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, in very good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated steel, original (adjustable, length ~20cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel clasp, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent preserved condition. Superb original dial, case and steel bracelet in good 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, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\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\u003eWhat is the Seiko King Quartz?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the calibre of this King Quartz?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the case and bracelet original?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko watch vintage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54032483909969,"sku":"670531 0852-8005","price":340.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_03744.jpg?v=1782504651","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-king-quartz-0852-stainless-steel-white-tapisserie-dial-1976","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}