Seiko - Quartz QR - No reserve price - 3863-7010 - Men - 1973

Presented for auction by Second Vintage An early Seiko Quartz QR from 1973, this piece commands attention with a vibrant blue sunburst dial that remains exceptionally well-preserved. As an early 1970s quartz model, it represents a historically significant era for Seiko, further distinguished by its integrated case geometry and the presence of its original stainless steel bracelet. Brand: Seiko Model: Quartz QR Reference Number: 3863-7010 Serial Number: 377351 Movement: Quartz, caliber 3863A Dial: Vibrant blue sunburst with day-date Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1973 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Dial and Hands The dial is striking and exceptionally well-preserved, featuring a vibrant blue sunburst finish that catches the light beautifully. Applied faceted indices and a raised Seiko logo add depth to the display, complemented by a clean day-date window positioned at 3 o'clock. The surface remains free of any visible spotting, staining, or degradation. Time is indicated by baton hands with white central inserts, providing a clean and highly legible contrast against the blue background. The hands display clean surfaces with no visible oxidation or corrosion. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features an integrated lug design characterized by brushed top surfaces and polished flanks. It exhibits honest vintage wear with preserved original lines, showing moderate surface scratches and handling marks consistent with age. Despite this wear, the case geometry and edges remain relatively well-defined. A polished fixed bezel frames the dial, displaying light surface scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The watch is fitted with a recessed crown located at 3 o'clock. On the reverse, the distinctive caseback includes a dedicated battery hatch designed for easy changes. The flat crystal provides clear visibility of the dial, showing minor surface scratches and dust visible under close inspection. Movement Powering the watch is the Seiko quartz caliber 3863A. The movement is visibly clean, presenting no visible corrosion or battery leakage, and a battery is currently present. The caliber is clearly engraved with "SEIKO", "3863A", and "JAPAN". Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed stainless steel link bracelet with honest wear. The endlinks are stamped XAB640, and the bracelet secures via a signed Seiko clasp. It shows moderate surface scratches and wear on the links and clasp, consistent with the case. The bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist fit of 18 cm. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally well-preserved, showing no visible degradation. The case, bezel, and original bracelet display honest vintage wear, with moderate surface scratches and handling marks that align with the age of the watch, while the overall case geometry remains well-defined. The flat crystal has minor surface scratches. The quartz movement is clean and visually free of any battery leakage or corrosion. Dimensions The case measures 37 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Seiko Quartz QR is highly appealing due to its pristine blue sunburst dial and original integrated bracelet. Finding an early 1970s quartz model with such a well-preserved dial makes this a compelling opportunity for collectors of historically significant Japanese timepieces. History When Seiko introduced quartz technology to the global market, it fundamentally changed the watchmaking industry. Early 1970s models like the Quartz QR represent this pivotal era of innovation, built to rigorous standards with substantial cases and robust early quartz calibers. Often featuring distinctive design elements such as integrated bracelets and dedicated caseback battery hatches, these early quartz pieces are sought-after by collectors who appreciate their historical importance and striking 1970s design language. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SQT-0002