{"product_id":"montre-seiko-spirit-7n93-7000-acier-cadran-tisse-1997","title":"Vintage Seiko Spirit Watch — Woven Dial (1997) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Spirit steel: the Japanese everyday watch with woven dial and integrated bracelet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko watch belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eSpirit\u003c\/strong\u003e line, the Japanese collection of everyday dress watches, and is equally suited to a man or a woman. Entirely in steel, it features a \u003cstrong\u003eround case\u003c\/strong\u003e with brushed surfaces whose lugs extend seamlessly into the bracelet, in this integrated design logic so popular in Japan. The case measures 34mm (37mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 39mm and a thickness of 8.3mm. A straightforward, balanced watch, made to be worn every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esilver dial\u003c\/strong\u003e reveals, in the light, a fine woven herringbone texture that animates the entire surface without ever overloading it. The hour markers are applied blackened baton indexes, doubled at 12 o'clock, and a peripheral railroad track marks off the minutes. At 3 o'clock, a double aperture displays the \u003cstrong\u003ebilingual day\u003c\/strong\u003e and the date: the day disc switches between kanji and English depending on the setting. Two faceted baton hands and a slender seconds hand complete the display. The Seiko signature occupies the upper part of the dial, with the Spirit mention at center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats the \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko 7N93 caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e, a three-hand analog quartz movement with day and date, produced in Japan. It is a purpose-built caliber designed for reliability and ease of maintenance, whose operation in practice is limited to battery replacement. The movement of this example was checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipment. Seiko has not published any accuracy specification for this caliber: we therefore make no numerical claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e in steel gives the piece all of its character. Its fine mesh, adjustable up to a 19cm wrist circumference, extends the case into a single silhouette, halfway between a dress watch and a sporty de ville. The signed, fluted \u003cstrong\u003ecrown\u003c\/strong\u003e sits on the right side. Entirely original, the whole piece offers the supple comfort and discreet elegance of Seiko Japanese watches of this generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 7N93 caliber is a day-date quartz movement for everyday use: its routine maintenance is limited to battery changes, a standard operation for any watchmaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe day disc is bilingual kanji\/English: this is a marker of Seiko intended for the Japanese market, and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe brushed steel bears visible light-use micro-scratches in raking light, consistent with the piece's age. The dial, however, is clean and crisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our vintage Seiko watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-moins-500\"\u003eSee our vintage watches under €500\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 Spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7N93-7000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1997\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 7N93\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, bilingual kanji\/English day, date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel (steel back), round shape, integrated bracelet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e  34mm (37mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 39mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.3mm\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, fluted, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvered with woven texture (herringbone pattern), blackened applied baton indexes, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackened faceted batons, slim seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral (Hardlex), very good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, integrated link bracelet, adjustable wrist size up to 19cm, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel folding clasp, 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 condition. Clean and crisp dial, functional day-date aperture. The brushed steel case and bracelet show visible light-use micro-scratches in raking light, 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, 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\u003eWhat is the Seiko Spirit line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Spirit is a Japanese line of Seiko that brings together everyday dress watches, with a understated and versatile spirit. It combines refined steel cases, worked dials and reliable quartz calibers, in a register halfway between a de ville watch and an everyday watch. This example is a version with an integrated bracelet and woven dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the day appear in Japanese characters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause this Seiko was intended for the Japanese market. Its day wheel is bilingual: it switches between kanji characters and English depending on the position chosen during setting. This is neither a defect nor an anomaly, but a sought-after mark of authenticity on period Seiko. Simply advance the day one extra click to return to the English display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Seiko 7N93 caliber reliable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 7N93 is a three-hand analog quartz movement with day and date at 3 o'clock, produced in Japan. It is a simple, robust caliber, whose maintenance in practice is limited to battery replacement. The movement in this example has been checked by our watchmaker and is covered by a one-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko Spirit water-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Water resistance is never guaranteed on a vintage watch: the original gaskets have aged and the pressure of the case back is no longer what it was on day one. Avoid the shower, pool and sea. A simple contact with rainwater, however, does not pose any difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat year is this Seiko Spirit 7N93-7000 from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom 1997. At Seiko, the serial number engraved on the case back gives the production date: the first digit indicates the year and the second the month. This reading makes it possible to date the piece precisely, beyond the caliber's simple production period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54238876500305,"sku":"720163 7N93-7000","price":1.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_04302.jpg?v=1783709985","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-spirit-7n93-7000-stainless-steel-woven-dial-1997","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}