{"product_id":"montre-seiko-5e31-6040-plaque-or-cadran-romain-sable-2001","title":"Vintage Seiko Watch — Sandblasted Roman Dial Gold-Plated 5E31-6040 (2001) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Gold-Plated Round: the Japanese dress watch with a sandblasted gilt dial and Roman numerals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko watch is a \u003cstrong\u003edress watch\u003c\/strong\u003e for both men and women, designed in the most classic spirit of the de ville watch. Its \u003cstrong\u003eround gold-plated case\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a slim bezel and curved lugs, cultivates a discreet and timeless elegance. It measures 32mm in diameter (33mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 36.5mm and a thickness of just 6.4mm. A fine piece, made to slip under a shirt cuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esandblasted gilt dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is the heart of the piece. Its finely grained surface catches the light without ever producing the smooth sheen of a sunburst dial: it shimmers rather than shines. Twelve gilded \u003cstrong\u003eRoman numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e surround it, punctuated by an inner dotted railway track that adds subtle depth. Two gilded baton hands and a slender seconds hand complete the display. The Seiko signature sits at the top of the dial, understated and measured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats the \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko calibre 5E31\u003c\/strong\u003e, an analog quartz movement from the 5Exx family that Seiko reserved for its extra-thin dress cases. It is precisely this slim architecture that allows the watch's 6.4mm profile. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipping. Seiko has not published a precision specification for this calibre: we therefore make no numerical claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the piece behaves as a classic \u003cstrong\u003ede ville watch\u003c\/strong\u003e. The warm gold plating and gilt dial create a monochrome, luminous ensemble, here enhanced by an original \u003cstrong\u003egenuine crocodile leather\u003c\/strong\u003e strap in brown. This vintage strap should be handled with care; it is fitted with a matching \u003cBuckle\u003ebuckle. The \u003cLug width\u003e of 17mm leaves ample room to change it when the time comes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe piece is in near-new condition: immaculate dial, clean case, with only fine superficial traces of wear consistent with its age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe crocodile leather strap is the original one; as an old strap, it may be fragile and can be replaced if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe case is gold-plated, not solid gold: repeated rubbing against a bracelet or a \u003cBuckle\u003e belt buckle should be avoided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our vintage Seiko watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 Round dress watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5E31-6040\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2001\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 Seiko 5E31\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 Gold-plated (steel back), round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32mm (33mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated, fluted, original\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial :\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandblasted gold, gold Roman numerals, dotted railroad track, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands :\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold baton hands (hours, minutes), slender seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, very good condition (8\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet :\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown leather, original (old, may be fragile)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated buckle, 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 state of preservation, close to new. Impeccable sandblasted gold dial, hands intact. The gold-plated case shows only fine superficial traces of use, consistent with the age of the piece.\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, new battery, 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\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Seiko 5E31 caliber reliable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 5E31 is a three-hand analog quartz movement from the 5Exx family that Seiko reserved for its extra-thin dress cases. Its simple construction makes it durable, and maintenance in practice is limited to battery replacement. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and is covered by a 1-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the sandblasted gold dial original?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The gold dial with a sandblasted background, its Roman numerals, and its dotted railroad track are original. The sandblasted finish, finely grained, catches the light in thousands of points rather than reflecting it as a whole: this is what gives the dial its warm, discreet depth, characteristic of finely crafted Seiko dress watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko 5E31-6040 water-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Water resistance is never guaranteed on a vintage watch: the original gaskets have aged and the pressure on the case back is no longer what it was on day one. Avoid the shower, the pool, and the sea. However, simple contact with rainwater does not pose any difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wrist does a 32mm case suit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 32mm diameter with a 36.5mm lug-to-lug fits wrists of around 14 to 18cm. It is the classic dress watch format: discreet on a masculine wrist, perfectly proportioned on a feminine wrist. The slimness of the case, 6.4mm, allows it to be worn under a cuff without discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should a gold-plated case be cared for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGold plating is a layer of precious metal deposited on a steel case: it wears through abrasion, never through oxidation. Avoid repeated rubbing against a bracelet or a belt buckle, and remove the watch before any manual work. A soft, dry cloth is enough for routine care; abrasive products and ultrasonic baths should be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54242079965521,"sku":"130064 5E31-6040","price":325.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_04418.jpg?v=1783876593","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-watch-5e31-6040-gold-plated-sandblasted-roman-dial-2001","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}