{"product_id":"montre-seiko-vintage-acier-cadran-noir-laque-habillee-1980","title":"Vintage Seiko Steel Watch — Black Lacquered Dress Dial (1980) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko vintage — Case polished steel and black lacquered dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko vintage watch\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in 1980, captivates with its \u003cstrong\u003erectangular cut-corner design\u003c\/strong\u003e — an elongated octagonal silhouette typical of the modern Art Deco aesthetic, then very much in vogue in Japanese watchmaking. Rarer today than classic round or tank shapes, this singular geometry brings a strong presence to the wrist without excessive size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emirror-polished steel case\u003c\/strong\u003e catches the light like a true jewel — a gleaming reflective finish that contrasts beautifully with the deep black dial. The \u003cstrong\u003efour 45° cut corners\u003c\/strong\u003e at the angles structure the silhouette and immediately set it apart from a classic rectangular watch. With its ultra-thin profile of just \u003cstrong\u003e5.8mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, the piece slips under a cuff with disarming ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eglossy black lacquered dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is the stage for a minimalist, dressy composition. The raised \u003cstrong\u003eapplied silver baton hour markers\u003c\/strong\u003e are arranged all around the dial, with a more pronounced \u003cstrong\u003esolid 12 o'clock marker\u003c\/strong\u003e in a filled rectangle. The white \u003cem\u003eSEIKO QUARTZ\u003c\/em\u003e signature at 12 o'clock and the \u003cstrong\u003e« lightning » Seiko Quartz logo at 6 o'clock\u003c\/strong\u003e — an authenticity marker of Seiko quartz models from the late 1970s and 1980s — complete a clear, refined reading. The slim \u003cstrong\u003esilver baton hands\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esilver seconds hand\u003c\/strong\u003e add the necessary horological touch without cluttering the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by an ultra-thin \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese quartz movement\u003c\/strong\u003e renowned for its reliability, this piece combines modern practicality with vintage elegance. Mounted on a \u003cstrong\u003eblack crocodile leather strap\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko dress watch\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ideal evening piece: black lacquer + polished steel + black strap = three codes of horological elegance brought together. Format Unisex. Selected, 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\u003eCase mirror-polished steel in a rectangular cut-corner shape (elongated octagon): modern Art Deco geometry typical of the 1980s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossy black lacquered dial with applied silver baton hour markers and a Seiko Quartz lightning logo at 6 o'clock: an authentic signature of the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase ultra-thin at 5.8mm: exceptional slenderness, ideal for a dress watch for evening wear that slips under a cuff.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Vintage Seiko 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 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 Rectangular dress watch with cut corners, black dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference :\u003c\/strong\u003e 6030-5120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear :\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980\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 6030\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  Mirror-polished steel (steel caseback), rectangular shape with cut corners (elongated octagon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29mm (30mm with crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8mm (Crystal included, extra-thin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19mm\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 Glossy black lacquer, applied silver baton indexes, Seiko Quartz signature and lightning logo at 6 o'clock, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slim silver baton hands, 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 crocodile 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 Excellent preserved condition. Impeccable original black lacquered dial, polished steel case in good condition, Crystal mineral in very good 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, 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\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a watch with cut corners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA watch with cut corners (sometimes called “octagonal”) is a rectangular case whose four corners have been cut at 45°, creating an eight-sided silhouette. This geometry was very fashionable in the 1970s-80s and lends a pronounced presence on the wrist, more structured than a classic rectangular case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the lightning logo on the dial mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small stylized lightning-shaped logo present at 6 o'clock on the dial is the official marker of Seiko quartz models from the 1970s-80s. It is the equivalent of the “SQ” logo found on other Seiko Quartz series of the era — a mark of authenticity and a detail prized by collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs a vintage quartz watch reliable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Japanese Seiko quartz movements from the 1980s are recognized for their reliability and precision. Maintenance is limited to battery replacement every 2 to 3 years. Every watch sold by Atelier Victor is checked by our watchmakers and guaranteed for one year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its rectangular cut-corner silhouette and dressed black dial, this is a decidedly Unisex piece — elegant on the wrist of both men and women. The modern Art Deco design works particularly well for evening wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international delivery time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShipping within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53944218419537,"sku":"001204 6030-5120","price":310.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_01786.jpg?v=1780491465","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-steel-watch-black-lacquered-dress-watch-1980","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}