The Subtlety. No one would describe any watch from Credor’s 24/7 collection as subtle, yet the GCAQ997 is presented with a surprising amount of restraint.
The Etchings. The first thing you’ll notice are the oversized indices. They’ve been carved into the sunburst charcoal dial and from certain angles the etchings almost disappear - but their long striations just about keep them visible. I’m willing to be wrong, but it’s not a dial technique I’ve seen Seiko employ outside of this collection.
The Movement. But the best piece of design is more physical than visual. At just 5.6mm thick and with a solid caseback, it feels safe to assume this is a quartz-powered watch. But it isn’t. Inside is a 6870 mechanical calibre. The movement is decorated like any 68 calibre you see through an exhibition caseback, so why hide it? Function over form.
The Profile. The solid caseback allows the watch to be more than 2mm thinner than its exhibition-back counterparts, like as the GBAQ968. This is the thinnest 68 calibre watch I’ve ever handled, and therefore also the thinnest mechanical Seiko I’ve ever handled. There’s no argument for any manual wind Credors being unpleasantly thick, but shaving off ~2mm from the case feels like a good enough reason to hide the movement. Either way, you’re going to spend most of your time starring at that dial.
Specifications:
Condition: In great condition overall. Just serviced. No marks of any real significance.
All of our watches are inspected and verified for authenticity - both inside and out. We have over 15 years of sourcing and collecting rare watches in Japan, which is often considered to be one of the best markets for authentic and fully original vintage watches.
Do you ship globally?
We are based in Japan and regularly ship all over the world. We typically use FedEx and it takes:
3-7 business days to reach North America
3-7 business days to reach Europe
3-7 business days to reach Asia and Oceania.
All of our packages are securely shipped, fully insured, and trackable door-to-door.
Are all of your watches serviced?
Most but not all of our watches are serviced. The "Condition" section of each watch will confirm if the watch has been serviced.
All of our watches are tested by an independent watchmaker - if a service is needed, the watch will be serviced. If a service hasn't been conducted, it's because the watch itself is too new to need a service, or there is evidence of a recent service.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept payment by all major Credit Cards and Wise.com
What condition are your watches?
Due to the vintage and neo-vintage nature of the watches we typically sell, the condition varies from watch to watch. However, our photos are high resolution and our descriptions are accurate. You can buy with confidence knowing there won't be any nasty surprises.
If the condition of a watch is ever misrepresented, we would offer a full refund.
Do I have to pay customs or taxes?
It depends on so many factors, including but not limited to the cost of the watch, the type of watch you've bought (vintage or new), and the import laws of your country. If you're unsure we recommend checking the import laws that relate to your country before ordering.
Are your watches water resistant?
Our serviced watches are typically tested to their original water resistant specifications, but we would never recommend pushing vintage or neo-vintage watches to their depth limits.
What is your returns policy?
Due to the vintage and neo-vintage nature of most of our watches, we do not offer returns under normal circumstances. All sales should be considered final.
