Vintage Seiko Spirit Tank Watch — Champagne Dial (1995)
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Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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Seiko Spirit: a gold-plated Tank watch, for men and women
This vintage Seiko watch from the Spirit line features an elegant Tank case with gold plating, rectangular and slender. Its sunburst champagne dial, bright and refined, makes it the epitome of a dress watch, equally suited to the wrist of a man or a woman. Renowned for its meticulous finishing — to the point of earning the nickname “Baby Grand Seiko” — the Spirit line here presents a sober and timeless piece.
The gilded champagne dial plays the card of understated elegance: a sunburst finish that catches the light, animated by applied gilt baton indexes and a fine dotted railway minute track. The “Spirit” and “Seiko” signatures are inscribed with restraint, while three slender gold hands — hour, minute and sweep seconds — ensure easy reading. A warm, dressy dial, faithful to the spirit of classic Tank watches.
At the heart of this Seiko watch beats the caliber 5E31, a high-precision quartz movement renowned for accuracy to within ±20 seconds per year — far superior to that of a standard quartz. It is found in the Spirit and Dolce high-end lines. A quartz watch of this calibre offers remarkable reliability and effortless use: a single battery powers it for several years, with no mechanical servicing required.
With its 27mm case and a profile of just 6.2mm, this vintage watch is equally comfortable on the wrist of a man or a woman — a true Unisex watch. The original dial and the Crystal crystal are in very fine condition. It is delivered on its original black leather strap, aged and fragile, to be handled with care (replacement may be considered). The original Buckle buckle is preserved.
Three points to note
- Vintage Seiko Spirit watch, Tank gold-plated case, sunburst champagne dial.
- High-precision quartz movement Seiko 5E31 (±20 s/year); Spirit line, nicknamed “Baby Grand Seiko”.
- Unisex watch (men and women); dial and Crystal in very fine condition, original leather strap aged and fragile (noted).
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Seiko
- Model: Spirit Tank (gold-plated)
- Reference: 5E31-5B50
- Year estimated: 1995
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: High-precision Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 5E31 (±20 s/year)
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
- Case: Gold-plated (steel caseback), rectangular shape (Tank)
- Dimensions: 27mm wide (28.5mm with the crown)
- Lug to lug: 35mm
- Thickness: 6.2mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 18mm
- Crown: Gold-plated, not original
- Dial: Champagne sunburst gold dial, applied gold baton indices, “Spirit” and “Seiko” signatures, dotted railway track, original
- Hands: Gold (hours, minutes, seconds hand), original
- Crystal: Mineral crystal, very good condition
- Bracelet: Vintage black leather, original (fragile)
- Buckle: Steel buckle, original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition: Very fine state of preservation. Original dial and Crystal mineral crystal in very good condition. Original vintage and fragile bracelet.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Movement: Checked quartz movement, one-year warranty
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
Is the Seiko Spirit a vintage watch?
Yes. This Seiko Spirit dates from the mid-1990s and today reaches the thirty-year threshold generally retained for the term “vintage.” Sought after for the quality of its Spirit line, it is a Seiko vintage watch with a classic, dressy design.
What is a “Tank” watch?
“Tank” refers to a watch style with a rectangular case, popularized by Cartier at the beginning of the 20th century; the term is now commonly used to describe this shape. This piece is not a Cartier: it is a Seiko from the Spirit line, which takes up its elegant rectangular silhouette.
Is the 5E31 caliber accurate?
Yes, particularly so. The 5E31 is a high-precision quartz movement, with an advertised accuracy of around ±20 seconds per year — markedly better than a standard quartz movement (often ±15 seconds per month). It powered Seiko's high-end Spirit and Dolce lines.
Is this Seiko watch suitable for a man or a woman?
It is a unisex watch. Its Tank 27mm case suits both a masculine and feminine wrist. Its champagne dial and dress format make it a versatile vintage watch, for men and women alike, from everyday wear to more formal occasions.
What is the international delivery time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, 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)
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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.
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FINAL SALES
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