{"product_id":"montre-seiko-lord-quartz-7853-cadran-noir-jour-date-kanji-1978","title":"Vintage Seiko Lord Quartz 7853 — Black Dial Day-Date Kanji (1978) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Lord Quartz: a high-end Japanese vintage watch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko watch\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the Lord Quartz line, one of the manufacture’s most prestigious quartz ranges in the late 1970s. Its round steel case, with a bold black dial, wears equally well on the wrist of a \u003cstrong\u003eman or a woman\u003c\/strong\u003e. Positioned just below the King Quartz and Grand Quartz, the Lord Quartz was a high-end model — a sought-after antique watch, both understated and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finely textured \u003cstrong\u003eblack dial\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases applied baton indexes and a discreet « Seiko Lord Quartz » signature, topped by the Seiko emblem at 6 o’clock. At 3 o’clock, a \u003cstrong\u003eday-date window\u003c\/strong\u003e displays the date and day in bilingual form — in kanji or in English — a hallmark of Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) models. Slim luminous baton hands complete a clear reading of the hours, minutes, and seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this Seiko watch beats the \u003cstrong\u003ecalibre 7853\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Japanese quartz movement equipped with quick-set day and date adjustment. Produced only between 1978 and 1980, it powered the upper end of Seiko’s quartz range and remains renowned for its precision. A \u003cstrong\u003equartz watch\u003c\/strong\u003e offers greater accuracy than most mechanical watches: a simple battery is enough to power it for years, without mechanical servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e34mm-wide case\u003c\/strong\u003e and original integrated steel bracelet, this vintage watch wears equally well on the wrist of a man or a woman — a true \u003cstrong\u003eUnisex watch\u003c\/strong\u003e, equally at ease in everyday wear or in a more dressy setting. The original black dial and the Crystal crystal are in very fine condition. The bracelet is adjustable up to approximately 21cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Seiko Lord Quartz watch, high-end range (below the King and Grand Quartz), produced from 1978 to 1980.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured black dial, bilingual kanji\/English day-date window; Seiko quartz calibre 7853 (quick-set).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnisex watch (men’s and women’s), original integrated steel bracelet; dial and Crystal in very fine condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover all our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003evintage Seiko watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-japonaises\"\u003eJapanese 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\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lord Quartz (kanji day-date)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7853-7010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\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, calibre Seiko 7853\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, date, day (English\/Japanese bilingual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel (steel case back), round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm wide (36mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 41mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.4mm (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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Black textured dial, applied baton indexes, \"Seiko Lord Quartz\" signature, Seiko emblem at 6 o’clock, day-date window at 3 o’clock, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel baton hands (hours, minutes, seconds), original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, fair condition with minor scratches (6\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated steel, adjustable (~21cm), original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, not 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 black dial and its bracelet in superb 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\u003eMechanical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Checked quartz movement, one-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\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Seiko Lord Quartz a vintage watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Lord Quartz line was produced by Seiko between 1978 and 1980; this example dates from 1978. It is a fully-fledged Seiko vintage watch: a watch is generally considered vintage from around thirty years old, or since the quartz revolution of the 1970s. A sought-after collector's piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Seiko Lord Quartz line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLord Quartz is an upmarket range launched by Seiko in 1978, positioned just below the King Quartz and Grand Quartz. Reserved for the Japanese market, it stood out for its carefully finished cases, solid-link bracelets and precise quartz movements. Produced only until 1980, it remains quite rare today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the day displayed in kanji or in English?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth. The 7853 calibre features a bilingual day disc: it can display the day of the week in kanji (Japanese) or in English, as preferred. The day and date also benefit from a quick-set adjustment, practical for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a unisex watch. Its 34mm round case suits both a masculine and a feminine wrist. Its black dial and day-date window make it a versatile vintage watch, for men and women alike, from everyday wear to more formal occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54091932860753,"sku":"818058 7853-7010","price":325.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_02887.jpg?v=1781885545","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-lord-quartz-7853-black-dial-day-date-kanji-1978","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}