Vintage Seiko Quartz Watch 0843-8080 — Smoked Dial JDM (1976)
Only 1 available
Shipping from Dubai — taxes and customs duties are the buyer's responsibility outside the UAE
Lifetime authenticity guarantee
Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
International shipping
Photo taken on a 17.5 cm wrist
A question about this piece?
Chat with us on WhatsApp →
A Smoked Seiko Quartz with Seventies Japanese Accents
This vintage men's and women's Seiko watch, reference 0843-8080, left the Japanese workshops in 1976. What immediately stands out is its exceptional smoked dial: a gradient that shifts from golden champagne at the center to deep brown around the edges, with intensity varying according to the angle of the light.
The detail sought after by collectors of vintage quartz Seiko watches: the double day/date window in English and kanji, a hallmark of Seiko pieces produced for the Japanese domestic market (JDM). The dual signature "Seiko Quartz" and SQ on the dial identifies a model from the brand's premium line, at a time when Seiko was shaking up Swiss watchmaking with its quartz precision. The applied raised hour markers and the 0843 caliber confirm the care devoted to this model.
It retains its original bracelet with a geometric stepped design, a testament to the brutalist Japanese design now highly sought after on the market for vintage men's watches and vintage women's watches. With its 36 mm diameter and 11.4 mm thickness, it offers perfectly balanced ergonomics — it wears equally well on a men's wrist as on a women's wrist. An excellent entry point into the world of the vintage Japanese watch, for a collector seeking an expressive, reliable, and technically accomplished piece.
A genuine vintage watch, selected and serviced by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.
Three points to note about this piece
- Reference 0843-8080 marked "Japan": vintage quartz Seiko watch produced for the Japanese domestic market (JDM), mid-1970s.
- Smoked champagne-brown dial, original geometric bracelet, applied markers: complete preserved configuration, rare on this reference.
- 36 mm diameter ideal for men or women: a typical Unisex wear for seventies vintage watches.
See our other vintage Seiko watches → | See all our vintage watches →
Technical specifications
- Brand: Seiko
- Reference: 0843-8080
- Estimated year: 1976
- Market: Japanese domestic market (JDM)
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Quartz, caliber 0843
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date, day (English and kanji)
- Case: Stainless steel
- Dimensions: 36 mm (38 mm with crown)
- Lug to lug: 41 mm
- Thickness: 11.4 mm
- Lug width: 18 mm
- Crown: Steel, original
- Dial: Original smoked champagne-brown, raised applied markers
- Hands: Steel, original
- Crystal: Mineral, excellent condition
- Bracelet: Steel, original, " geometric links (adjustable size 18.5 cm)
- Buckle : Seiko, original
Condition and Guarantee
- General condition: Excellent. Original dial with no oxidation, case showing slight micro-scratches from use consistent with its age. Very well-preserved original bracelet.
- Water resistance: Not water-resistant (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Movement: Serviced movement, 1-year warranty
- Included: Invoice Atelier Victor, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently Asked Questions
-
Is this Seiko watch authentic?
Yes, every vintage Seiko watch is authenticated by our team. Authenticity is guaranteed for life. -
Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman?
With its 36 mm diameter and Unisex design, it is perfectly suited to both feminine and masculine wrists. This is one of the appreciated features of vintage watches from the 1970s. -
Is the quartz movement reliable?
The 0843 caliber is serviced by our watchmaker and guaranteed for 1 year. It is one of the most reliable quartz movements produced by Seiko in the 1970s. -
What is the international delivery time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.
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.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer starting from €1,000.
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
Shipped within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination. Delivery in 2 to 6 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Free delivery from €1,000 of purchase, as well as on the Jewelry Atelier Victor
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
A piece selected by Atelier Victor
Authenticated, checked, and photographed by us. As all sales are final, our team remains available 7 days a week on WhatsApp to answer your questions, share additional photos or a video of the piece in hand — so that your choice can be made with complete peace of mind.
Choose the options
WATCHES BY BUDGET
