Seiko - Crown - No reserve price - 14036 - Men - 1960-1969

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A beautifully preserved example of Seiko's classic mid-century dress watch, this timepiece stands out with its exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial. The elegant Seiko Crown script and bright applied indices emphasize the sophisticated but restrained aesthetic that defined Japanese watchmaking during this era, housed within a slim stainless steel case. Brand: Seiko Model: Seiko Crown Reference Number: 14036 Serial Number: 982592 Movement: Manual wind, Seikosha caliber 560, 19 jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices Case Size: 33 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1960s Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -2-4s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst finish on the dial is remarkably well-preserved and elegant, remaining exceptionally clean. Applied gold-tone indices are bright and completely intact, providing excellent contrast. The script and text printing across the dial are crisp, showing no visible loss. Time is indicated by gold-tone dauphine hands, which are original and show a gentle, age-appropriate patina, displaying light oxidation and minor spotting visible under magnification. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case presents honest vintage wear with preserved geometry. Its thin, straight lug profile remains well-defined, complemented by a smooth, thin bezel integrated into the case design. Light surface scratches consistent with age are present across the case and bezel. The caseback engravings remain clear and legible. An unsigned knurled crown with intact plating sits at the right flank. A clear, domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, showing no significant scratches or crazing. Movement Inside beats the manual wind Seikosha caliber 560, featuring 19 jewels. The movement appears very clean, exhibiting no obvious signs of corrosion or heavy oxidation, though minor wear is visible on some screw heads. Engravings reading SEIKOSHA, 19 JEWELS, and 560 are clearly visible. The timegrapher records -2-4s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a complementary modern black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. It appears to be in lightly used or new condition, finished with an unsigned clasp. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The stainless steel case and bezel show honest wear with light surface scratches and a well-defined lug profile. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean, while the original dauphine hands display minor spotting and light oxidation under magnification. The acrylic crystal is clear. The movement is very clean, with only minor wear visible on some screw heads, and is performing very strongly according to the timegrapher data. Dimensions 33 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Seiko Crown offers classic mid-century dress watch proportions within a slim stainless steel case. The pristine dial and reliable Seikosha movement make it an attractive acquisition for those appreciating early Japanese horology. History The Seiko Crown line, predominantly produced from the late 1950s through the mid-1960s, represents a pivotal era in Seiko's mechanical development. Designed as a premium dress watch, the Crown served as the mechanical foundation for the first Grand Seiko models. The caliber 560 manual-wind movement highlights the robust and precise engineering that allowed Seiko to build its reputation during this period, offering clean aesthetics and highly dependable performance. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-CXX-0009