{"product_id":"montre-seiko-tank-plaqu-or-7820-chocolat-quadrille-1985","title":"Vintage Seiko Tank Gold-Plated 7820 — Chocolate Guilloché (1985) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Quartz vintage: a gold-plated dress watch with a chocolate dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko Quartz watch\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant dress piece with a square gold-plated case, slim and understated, featuring a deep chocolate brown dial. With refined minimalism — only two hands, with no superfluous details — it embodies the discreet elegance of Japanese dress watches from the 1980s. In a versatile size, it wears equally well on a man’s or a woman’s wrist. A sober and distinguished piece, ideal for everyday wear as well as for evening occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003echocolate brown dial\u003c\/strong\u003e, deep and luminous, embraces purity: an applied gold index at 12 o’clock, the « Seiko Quartz » signature and the discreet SQ emblem. Fine, slender gold hands sweep across the dial, for a clear reading in complete sobriety. A dark, warm dial, rare and elegant, in the great tradition of dress watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko is powered by the \u003cstrong\u003e7820 quartz calibre\u003c\/strong\u003e, a “high grade” movement renowned for its great finesse, which equipped Seiko’s extra-thin dress watches in the 1980s. Battery-powered, it perpetuates the legacy of Seiko, pioneer of quartz with the 1969 Astron. A controlled movement, guaranteeing precise daily operation, without demanding mechanical maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e28mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e, very slim profile (6.3mm) and carrée gold-plated shape, this vintage watch offers an elegant and versatile size, on the wrist of a man or a woman — a true \u003cstrong\u003eUnisex watch\u003c\/strong\u003e. The dial and original hands are in excellent condition, as is the mineral Crystal (9\/10). It is delivered on a genuine handmade crocodile leather strap, non-original, with a steel pin Buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Seiko Quartz watch, square gold-plated case, refined two-hand chocolate brown dial (1980s).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeiko 7820 quartz calibre, “high grade”, renowned for its finesse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnisex watch (men and women), extra-thin profile; genuine handmade crocodile leather strap, non-original.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003evintage Seiko watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-moins-500\"\u003evintage 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 Dress Quartz, carrée shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7820-5010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1985 (to be confirmed, serial no. 780552)\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, calibre \n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko 7820 (high grade)\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 Gold-plated (steel case back), square shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28mm (30mm with the 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 6.3mm (Crystal included)\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 Gold-plated, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chocolate brown, applied gold index at 12 o'clock, « Seiko Quartz » signature and SQ emblem, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold (hours, minutes), original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  Mineral, very good condition (8\/10)\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine handmade crocodile leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin buckle, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good state of preservation. Original dial and hands in very good condition; mineral Crystal rated 8\/10.\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\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a square-formed watch or a \"carrée\" shape?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe square form, close to the \"Tank\" silhouette popularized by Cartier at the beginning of the 20th century, refers to a case with clean, straight lines. Very much in vogue on dress watches, it brings a classic and refined look. This piece is not a Cartier: it is a Seiko, a Japanese manufacturer, which captures the spirit of a dress watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the caliber of this Seiko Quartz?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is fitted with the Seiko 7820 quartz caliber, a high-grade movement from the 1980s, renowned for its great finesse, which powered extra-thin dress Seiko watches. Battery-powered, it ensures precise everyday timekeeping without mechanical maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the case solid gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a gold-plated case on a steel base. This dress finish offers the radiance of gold with the robustness of steel, and contributes to the elegant character of this vintage watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko watch vintage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Dated from the 1980s, it is approaching forty years old. It is an authentic vintage Seiko watch, a testament to Japanese expertise in quartz dress watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a Unisex watch. Its 28mm square case suits both a masculine and feminine wrist. Its minimalist chocolate dial and dress format make it an elegant watch for every occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53963679334737,"sku":"780552 7820-5010","price":350.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_03642.jpg?v=1782634222","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-tank-gold-plated-7820-chocolate-gadroon-dial-1985","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}