{"product_id":"montre-seiko-tank-acier-cadran-romain-petite-seconde-1981","title":"Vintage Seiko Tank Watch — Roman Dial \u0026 Small Seconds (1981) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko tank-shaped — A Japanese dress watch inspired by Art Deco\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko watch\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies Japanese watchmaking savoir-faire in its most refined expression. Produced in \u003cstrong\u003e1981\u003c\/strong\u003e, it takes up the codes of the \u003cstrong\u003etank-shaped watch\u003c\/strong\u003e — rectangular case with chamfered sides, screw-down bezel, railroad dial — in an execution that rivals the great Swiss maisons for a far more accessible budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003ewhite lacquered dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small Art Deco masterpiece: \u003cstrong\u003eelegant black Roman numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e, double peripheral railroad track, \u003cem\u003eSeiko Quartz\u003c\/em\u003e signature and \u003cstrong\u003esmall seconds at 6 o’clock\u003c\/strong\u003e in a graduated subdial. The \u003cstrong\u003eblued baton hands\u003c\/strong\u003e bring the touch of color that makes all the difference on this \u003cstrong\u003edial\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the tradition of great European dress watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rectangular \u003cstrong\u003esteel case\u003c\/strong\u003e is enhanced by an \u003cstrong\u003einner gold-plated bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 exposed gold screws, creating a refined two-tone contrast. The gold-plated crown at 3 o’clock completes the ensemble. Driven by the \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko 2628 caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e with Japanese quartz and small seconds, this piece offers reliable precision and minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted on a \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade black crocodile-style leather strap\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko watch\u003c\/strong\u003e appeals as much to dress watch enthusiasts as to collectors seeking a clever alternative to classic Swiss pieces. A perfectly balanced Unisex format, comfortable on the wrist of both men and women. 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\u003eSeiko two-tone tank-shaped watch (1981): rectangular steel case with screw-down gold-plated bezel and 4 visible screws, Japanese horological elegance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite Art Deco dial with black Roman numerals, double railroad track and small seconds at 6 o’clock: a refined design worthy of a great Swiss maison.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeiko 2628 Japanese quartz caliber with small seconds: reliable precision, minimal maintenance, everyday dressed elegance.\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=\"Luxury Vintage Watches\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-collection-occasion-luxe\"\u003eSee our luxury vintage watch collection →\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 Two-tone tank-shaped case, small seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2628-5070\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1981\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, Seiko 2628 caliber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o’clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, rectangular chamfered shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated with 4 visible gold screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26mm (27mm with crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness :\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.2mm (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 White lacquered dial with black Roman numerals, double railroad track, small seconds at 6 o'clock, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands :\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue-steel baton hands, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, very good condition (9\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet :\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade black crocodile leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone 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\u003eGeneral condition :\u003c\/strong\u003e Very fine state of preservation. Impeccable original white dial, well-preserved steel case and gold-plated bezel, Crystal mineral crystal in very good condition (9\/10). Ready to wear immediately.\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\u003eMechanical :\u003c\/strong\u003e Checked quartz movement, 1-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\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a tank-shaped watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tank shape refers to an elongated rectangular case, popularized by Cartier in 1917. The term has become a generic descriptor for this silhouette — all the great maisons (and Seiko here) have produced rectangular watches in the tank shape. This Seiko is a refined Japanese interpretation with faceted sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is calibre Seiko 2628?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCalibre 2628 is a Japanese quartz movement by Seiko from the 1980s, fitted with a small seconds subdial — an uncommon configuration on quartz watches of the era, which echoes the aesthetics of dress watches and lends them a more traditional character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does a Seiko resemble a Swiss watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeiko has long offered models inspired by classic European watchmaking codes (Cocktail, small-seconds dress watches, tank-shaped watches), at very accessible prices. These vintage pieces offer the elegance of a Swiss dress watch with the legendary reliability of Japanese watchmaking.\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 case measuring 26mm wide (35mm long), this is a perfectly proportioned Unisex piece for all wrists — elegant for both women and men.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international delivery time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShipment 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 \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53933256409425,"sku":"103132 2628-5070","price":1.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_01554.jpg?v=1780389715","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-tank-watch-roman-dial-small-seconds-1981","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}