{"product_id":"montre-seiko-noie-1f21-5b70-plaque-or-baignoire-1994","title":"Vintage Seiko Watch - Noyé 1F21-5B70 Gold-Plated — Baignoire (1994) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Noie gold-plated: the feminine dress watch with Baignoire case and white dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko watch belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eNoie\u003c\/strong\u003e line, the dress women's collection from the Japanese maison, recognizable by the small gold hexagonal \"N\" logo placed at 6 o'clock. Its \u003cstrong\u003eBaignoire shape\u003c\/strong\u003e, an oval with full curves, here rendered in gold-plated finish, gives it a soft and luminous silhouette, very far from the conventional roundness of ladies' watches. The case measures 21mm (23mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 33mm and a thickness of 6.9mm, Crystal included. A delicate piece, designed for a slender wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ewhite lacquered dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is a statement of simplicity. Twelve stylized, fine, dark Arabic numerals run all the way around it; the Seiko signature occupies the top, while the Noie line's \"N\" logo sits at the bottom. The \u003cstrong\u003eblued hands\u003c\/strong\u003e for the hours and minutes stand out clearly against the light background, while a fine central seconds hand sweeps across the dial. Nothing else: no date, no applied indexes, only the contrast of dark on white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats the \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko caliber 1F21\u003c\/strong\u003e, a ladies' analog quartz movement with three hands and sweeping seconds, powered by a small 337 battery (SR416SW). It is a simple and reliable movement, designed to disappear in service of the design. 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 caliber: we therefore make no numerical claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, this piece favors the elegance of a \u003cstrong\u003ediscreet jewel\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than that of an instrument. The gold Baignoire case and its domed Crystal catch the light through their curves alone, with no bezel or applied ornament. The watch is currently fitted with a black \u003cstrong\u003egrained leather\u003c\/strong\u003e strap and a steel pin buckle, which is not original but pairs beautifully with the understated overall look. The Lug width of 12mm, typical of ladies' watches, naturally directs replacement strap choices toward narrow widths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 1F21 caliber uses a small 337 battery (SR416SW): it is available from any watchmaker, but less common than standard formats. Please specify this when replacing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe domed Crystal shows visible signs of wear, and the gold plating shows wear around the case perimeter. We prefer to mention it rather than embellish it; the dial, however, remains clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo original precision specification is published by Seiko for this caliber. We therefore make no claim as to any value in seconds per month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our Seiko vintage watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-femme\"\u003eExplore our vintage women's watches\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 Noie (Baignoire \/ oval shape)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1F21-5B70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1994\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 Women's watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 1F21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 337 (SR416SW)\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 base), Baignoire shape (oval)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e  21mm (23mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.9mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12mm\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, stylized Arabic numerals, gold hexagonal \"N\" logo at 6 o'clock, Seiko signature, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blued baton hands (hours, minutes), central seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domed mineral crystal, visible signs of wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black grained leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin buckle, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good condition. Clean original white dial, hands intact. The domed Crystal nevertheless shows visible signs of wear, and the gold plating shows wear around the case edge, 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, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective presentation box\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 the Seiko Noie line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Noie is Seiko's line of dress watches for women, recognizable by the small gold hexagonal \"N\" logo placed at 6 o'clock on the dial. It brings together pieces with gentle shapes and clear numeral dials, in an elegant, understated spirit designed for a feminine clientele. This example is a gold-plated Baignoire version with a white dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Baignoire-shaped case?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Baignoire shape refers to an oval case with soft curves. Elegant and decidedly feminine, this dress shape sits beautifully on the wrist and gives the watch real personality, far from the classic round form. On this Noie, it is finished in gold-plated, with a domed Crystal that accentuates the overall contour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the \"N\" logo on the dial mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small gold hexagonal \"N\" logo, placed at 6 o'clock, is the signature of the Seiko Noie line. It is an original element, characteristic of this women's collection, confirming its belonging. Its presence makes it possible to identify a Noie at first glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich battery for a Seiko 1F21?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1F21 calibre uses a 337 battery, also referenced as SR416SW. It is a small battery, available from any watchmaker but less common than standard formats: it is best to specify the reference when replacing it. A new battery was installed before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko Noie 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. A simple contact with rainwater, however, does not pose any problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54188630671697,"sku":"1F21-5B70 484045","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_04356.jpg?v=1783869512","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-watch-noie-1f21-5b70-gold-plated-baignoire-1994","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}