{"product_id":"montre-seiko-noie-1f21-5b70-acier-baignoire-ovale-1990s","title":"Vintage Seiko Noie 1F21-5B70 Steel — Baignoire Oval (1990s) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Noie Baignoire: the small feminine dress watch with white dial and blued hands\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko watch belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eNoie\u003c\/strong\u003e line, the Japanese house’s feminine dress collection, recognizable by the small gold hexagonal “N” logo placed at 6 o’clock. Its \u003cstrong\u003eBaignoire shape\u003c\/strong\u003e, a vertically elongated oval, gives it a soft, graphic silhouette, far removed from the conventional roundness of ladies’ watches. The polished steel case measures 21 mm (23 mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 33 mm and a thickness of 6.9 mm, Crystal included. A delicate piece, designed for a slender wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ewhite lacquered dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is a study in deliberate simplicity. Twelve stylized, slim, dark Arabic numerals run all around it; the Seiko signature occupies the top, while the Noie line’s “N” logo sits at the bottom. The \u003cstrong\u003eblued hour and minute hands\u003c\/strong\u003e stand out sharply against the light background, while a fine central sweeping seconds hand, also blued, sweeps across the dial. Nothing else: no date, no applied indexes, only the contrast of blue on white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeating inside is the \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko 1F21 caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e, an analog quartz movement in ladies’ format, with three hands and sweeping seconds hand, powered by a small 337 battery (SR416SW). It is a simple and reliable movement, designed to disappear in service of the design. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipment. Seiko has not published a precision specification for this caliber: we therefore make no numerical claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the piece favors the role of a \u003cstrong\u003ediscreet jewel\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than an instrument. The vertical Baignoire shape and polished steel catch the light through their curves alone, without bezel or applied ornament. The watch is currently fitted with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack grained leather\u003c\/strong\u003e strap, with a steel pin buckle, which is not original but suits the sobriety of the whole. The Lug width of 12 mm is typical of ladies’ watches; replacement straps are chosen accordingly in fine widths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 1F21 caliber uses a small 337 battery (SR416SW): it is available from any watchmaker, but less common than standard formats. Please make a note of it when replacing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo original precision specification has been published by Seiko for this caliber. We therefore make no claim in seconds per month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe polished steel case shows scratches and signs of wear visible around the bezel. We prefer to mention it rather than embellish it; the dial, for its part, is impeccable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our Seiko vintage watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-femme\"\u003eExplore our women’s 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 Noie (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\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\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 Women’s watch\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\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 337 (SR416SW)\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 case back), bathtub shape (vertical elongated oval)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21mm (23mm with the 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, stylized Arabic numerals, hexagonal gold “N” Noie logo at 6 o’clock, Seiko signature, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blued baton hands (hours, minutes), blued central seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire, good condition, slight scratches possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black grained leather, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin buckle, 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 Beautiful condition. Impeccable original white dial, intact blued hands. The polished steel case, however, shows visible scratches and signs of use around the bezel, consistent with the age of the piece.\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, new battery, 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\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Seiko Noie line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Noie is Seiko's line of dress women’s watches, recognizable by the small hexagonal gold “N” logo placed at 6 o’clock on the dial. It brings together pieces with soft shapes and light dials with numerals, in a dressy and understated spirit designed for a female clientele. This example is a bathtub version with a white dial and blued hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a bathtub-shaped case?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bathtub shape refers to a vertically elongated oval case with soft curves. Elegant and decidedly feminine, this dress shape fits the wrist beautifully and gives the watch a real personality, far from the classic circle. On this Noie, it is crafted in polished steel, without bezel or applied ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the “N” logo on the dial mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small hexagonal gold “N” logo, placed at 6 o’clock, is the signature of the Seiko Noie line. It is an original element, characteristic of this women’s collection, confirming its belonging. Its presence makes it possible to identify a Noie at first glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a small wrist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, absolutely. With a 21mm bathtub case and a slim profile, it is a delicately proportioned watch, made for a slender wrist. Its elongated vertical silhouette and white dial with numerals make it an elegant dress piece, suitable for everyday wear as well as de ville attire. The 12mm Lug width calls for slim straps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich battery for a Seiko 1F21?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1F21 caliber uses a 337 battery, also referenced as SR416SW. It is a small battery, available from any watchmaker but less common than standard formats: it is best to specify the reference when replacing it. A new battery has been installed before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54188647907665,"sku":"481311 1F21-5B70","price":310.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_04287.jpg?v=1783705749","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-noie-1f21-5b70-steel-baignoire-oval-1990s-1","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}