Vintage Seiko Watch — Roman Dial Gold-Plated (1988)
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Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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Photo taken on a 17.5 cm wrist
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Seiko rectangular gold-plated: the small dress watch with white dial and Roman numerals
This Seiko watch is a dress watch in a unisex format, worn equally by a woman or a man with a slender wrist, designed in the classic vocabulary of 1980s shaped watches. Its rectangular case, gold-plated with a slim profile and polished flanks, cultivates wardrobe elegance rather than presence. The case measures 20mm (22mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 27mm and a thickness of 7.4mm. A deliberately compact piece, made to disappear under a shirt cuff.
The white dial is the heart of the design. Twelve black Roman numerals run around it, while a rectangular railway minute track drawn at the center frames the Seiko Quartz signature and the small “SQ” logo placed at 6 o'clock. This layout, a frame within a frame, brings unexpected graphic depth to such a reduced surface. The blackened, slender and full leaf hands are enough: no seconds hand, no date, only the hours and minutes read on an immaculate background.
Inside beats the Seiko 1600 caliber, a quality analog quartz movement produced in Japan during the 1980s. Seiko reserved it for its slim dress cases, where its flat construction worked beautifully. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipment. Seiko did not publish a precision specification for this caliber: we therefore make no numerical claim.
On the wrist, the piece behaves like a de ville jewel. The warm gold plating and compact format place it in the realm of tuxedo watches, to be worn with a slender, dark strap. It is currently fitted with a brown genuine crocodile leather strap, with a Buckle buckle, which is not original but suits the classicism of the whole. The Lug width of 16mm directs the choice of replacement straps toward slender widths.
Three points to note
- The case is gold-plated and shows scratches as well as visible wear on the bezel and the case. We prefer to mention it rather than embellish it.
- The dial has a few light pitting marks near the center, visible up close: a patina consistent with the age of the piece, with no impact on legibility.
- No original precision specification is published by Seiko for this caliber. We therefore claim no value in seconds per month.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Seiko
- Model: Rectangular dress watch
- Reference: 1600-6040
- Serial number: 801xxx
- Year: 1988
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Men's watch (small wrist) and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 1600
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Gold-plated (steel back), rectangular shape
- Dimensions: 20mm (22mm with the crown)
- Lug to lug: 27mm
- Thickness: 7.4mm
- Lug width: 16mm
- Crown: Gold-plated, fluted, original
- Dial: White, black Roman numerals, rectangular railroad minute track, "SQ" logo at 6 o'clock, original
- Hands: Blackened leaf hands (hours, minutes), original
- Crystal: Mineral, very good condition (8/10)
- Strap: Genuine brown crocodile leather, non-original
- Buckle: Buckle, non-original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition: Beautifully preserved. The gold plating shows visible scratches and wear on the bezel and case; the dial has a few light specks near the center, consistent with the age of the piece. Hands and time display intact.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanical: Checked quartz movement, new battery, 1-year warranty
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this rectangular Seiko a Cartier?
No. This is an authentic Seiko, signed on the dial and engraved with its 1600-6040 reference. The gold-plated rectangular case with a white dial and Roman numerals belongs to the common vocabulary of dress watches from the 1980s, adopted by many Japanese and Swiss houses. This piece claims nothing other than what it is, and the authenticity of its brand is guaranteed for life by Atelier Victor.
Is the Seiko 1600 calibre reliable?
Yes. The 1600 is a quality analog quartz movement, produced in Japan in the 1980s for the slim dress cases of Seiko. Its simple construction makes it durable, and maintenance in practice is limited to battery replacement. The movement in this example has been checked by our watchmaker and comes with a 1-year warranty.
How should a gold-plated case be cared for?
Gold 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.
Is this Seiko 1600-6040 water-resistant?
No. 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 brief contact with rainwater, however, poses no difficulty.
Which wrist does a 20mm rectangular case suit?
On a rectangular watch, it is the Lug-to-lug that matters: 27mm here, which places the piece on slim wrists, roughly 14 to 17cm. It is the classic format of the shaped dress watch: discreet on a slim men's wrist, perfectly proportioned on a women's wrist. Its 7.4mm thickness allows it to slip under a cuff.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being offered for sale: verification of authenticity, checking the conformity of the components, identification of any modification or replacement of original parts.
If any element has been replaced during the life of the watch (dial, hands, crown, Crystal, strap), we systematically indicate it in the product sheet. You buy knowing the exact history of your piece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your Atelier Victor invoice serves as a certificate of authenticity: it attests to the origin and conformity of the piece, and is covered by our lifetime authenticity guarantee — if a piece sold by Atelier Victor were found to be non-authentic, it would be fully refunded, with no time limit.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer starting from €1,000.
Does the strap not suit you? Add the strap of your choice to your order: we will fit it to your watch before shipment, at no fitting charge.
International Shipping
Shipped within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination. Delivery in 2 to 6 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Free delivery from €1,000 of purchase, as well as on the Jewelry Atelier Victor
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
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