{"product_id":"montre-seiko-sq-vintage-acier-cadran-bleu-soleille-1979","title":"Vintage Seiko SQ Steel Watch — Sunburst Blue Dial (1979) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko SQ — The elegance of a sunburst blue dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko SQ watch\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced around 1979, is immediately captivating thanks to its master asset: a \u003cstrong\u003esunburst blue dial\u003c\/strong\u003e of rare depth. Darker along the edges and luminous at the center, this midnight blue captures the light and shifts in tone with the movement of the wrist — a discreet, refined elegance, housed in a round dress watch with clean lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eround stainless steel case\u003c\/strong\u003e, understated and finely crafted, follows the codes of dress watchmaking: slim bezel, elegant profile, and integrated lugs. With its measured diameter of \u003cstrong\u003e32.5mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, it wears with natural ease, as fitting on a man's wrist as on a woman's, for those who appreciate dress watches in a restrained format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esunburst blue dial\u003c\/strong\u003e embraces purity: no numerals, but slender \u003cstrong\u003eapplied baton hour markers\u003c\/strong\u003e in silver, structuring the reading with elegance. The \u003cem\u003eSEIKO QUARTZ\u003c\/em\u003e signature and the \u003cem\u003eSQ\u003c\/em\u003e logo complete a minimalist composition in which blue is the true star. The \u003cstrong\u003esilver baton hands\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfectly matched to the markers, glide across this dial with understated sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtected by a \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e in very good condition and powered by a reliable \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko quartz movement\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece is fitted with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack leather strap\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances the depth of the blue dial. A vintage dress watch with timeless charm, ideal for those seeking a subtle, refined touch of color. Selected piece, authenticated and serviced by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree points to note about this piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnificent gradient sunburst blue dial: a deep, ever-changing color, rare and sought after in vintage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase round stainless steel case with clean lines, 32.5mm format: a slim and elegant dress watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplied baton markers and silver hands: a minimalist dial where the blue is beautifully showcased.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Seiko Vintage Watches\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eSee our other vintage Seiko watches →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e | \u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Vintage Watches under 500€\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/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 characteristics\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 SQ (Seiko Quartz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43-0240\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 920085\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, slim wrists)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 43\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel (steel back), round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.5mm (33.5mm with crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm (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 Sunburst blue, applied silver baton markers, Seiko Quartz signature and SQ logo, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver baton, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, very good condition\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet :\u003c\/strong\u003e Black leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel buckle, non-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. Impeccable original sunburst blue dial, indices and hands in excellent condition, Crystal crystal in very fine 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\u003eMovement :\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 presentation 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\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a sunburst dial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA sunburst dial features fine rays radiating from the center, which catch the light and create a shifting effect depending on the viewing angle. On this Seiko SQ, the sunburst finish enhances the deep blue of the dial, which appears lighter at the center and darker at the edges — a highly sought-after sense of depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “SQ” mean at Seiko?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSQ stands for “Seiko Quartz,” a line launched by Seiko in the late 1970s for its quality quartz watches. These models are distinguished by their precision, refined cases and dressy aesthetics, at a time when Seiko was leading the quartz revolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this watch have a seconds hand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is a two-hand watch (hours and minutes). This pared-back configuration, without a seconds hand, reinforces the dial’s minimalism and fully showcases the sunburst blue finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its 32.5 mm round case, it is a piece in a Unisex size, elegant on the wrist of both a man and a woman. Its blue dial and slender profile make it an ideal dress watch for formal wear as well as for everyday use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\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\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53950868357457,"sku":"920085 43-0240","price":283.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-seiko-sq-vintage-acier-cadran-bleu-soleille-1979-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1781091829","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-sq-steel-watch-sunburst-blue-dial-1979","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}