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Credor “Big Date” GCLP999

Credor “Big Date” GCLP999

£4,850.00 GBP
£4,850.00 GBP
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Model: Seiko Credor GCLP999 / 7R87-0AA0

Year: April 2009

Features:

The Complication. Whether we’re talking about mechanical movements or spring drives, the only high-end Seiko movement with a Big Date complication is the 7R87 Credor Spring Drive. And even more surprisingly, there are only a handful of models that even use that movement… and they’re all discontinued. 

The Design. The dial was recently described to me as resembling the lines you might find in the sand of a Zen garden. Given the GCLP999’s current lack of a nickname, I think “Zen Garden” fits perfectly. The raised concentric circles and waves neatly frame the dial and its complications, while the floating effect of the Credor text is a subtle yet delightful touch. The champagne coloured Big Date has clearly been designed to standout from the face of the watch. 

The Spring Drive. The tactile ritual of winding a watch is hard to explain to those who haven’t experienced it - it’s almost meditative. Rolling the crown between my fingers in the early morning, as I wait for my espresso machine to warm up, becomes a cherished part of my daily routine. With the 7R87 Spring Drive, removing the automatic rotor not only enhances the manual-winding experience but also ensures that the beauty of the movement isn’t obscured.

The Dimensions. The absence of the rotor also trims down the case thickness, giving this Spring Drive a more traditionally dressy profile. At just 9.7mm thick, it’s slimmer than any Grand Seiko Spring Drive on the market. 

The Fit. Its slim dimensions and brushed oyster-style bracelet make it an absolute delight to wear. Winding the crown and watching the power reserve indicator rise is deeply satisfying. The heat-blued second hand comes to life, and as it glides around the textured dial, its underside creates a perfectly mirrored reflection on the oversized Zaratsu-polished 2, 4, and 7 markers - something you’ll never tire of.

Specifications:

Condition: In great condition. No noticeable marks of any significance, apart from a tiny bump mark on the bezel near six o'clock. 

Scope: No box or papers.

Movement: 7R87 Manual-wind Spring Drive 

Dimensions:

  • Case Width: 37.5mm
  • Lug to Lug: 44.4mm
  • Case Thickness: 9.7mm
  • Bracelet: Maximum length of 7.0 inches
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