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Grand Seiko 4520-7000

Grand Seiko 4520-7000

£975.00 GBP
£975.00 GBP
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Model: Grand Seiko 4520-7000

Year: April 1963

Features:

The Wear. I’ve always loved vintage Grand Seikos, but the 4520-7000 was the first one I ever bought. Not just because it’s an early example of a 36,000 Hi-Beat Grand Seiko, but its peculiar case architecture makes it hard to resist. Add a sunburned dial and a worn case, and it was an obvious choice for a vintage watch that could masquerade as my daily beater.

The Availability. The 4520-7000 was only available for purchase in the 1969-1971 catalogues, making it one of the lesser-seen Grand Seikos from the vintage era. Despite this short production run, it was given three variants - stainless steel with a linen dial (on offer today), stainless steel with a charcoal dial, and a gold-capped case variant.

The Medallion. The gold medallion defined an era of Seiko. Immediately recognisable, but undeniably delicate. That isn’t to say they’re unwearable, but it’s always worth remembering it’s a 60-year-old piece of gold that’s been stuck to the steel with adhesive. It can deform, rub away, tarnish, and unceremoniously fall off. Fear not, this 4520-7000 has one final trick up its sleeve: a bespoke-made exhibition caseback.

The Caseback. You lose the iconic medallion, but you gain a clear view of the movement - arguably the most important part of any vintage Grand Seiko. The 4520-7000 on offer today only comes with the exhibition caseback. I’m not privy to what fate befell the original - perhaps it was damaged or fell off? Sadly, there’s always the chance an unscrupulous owner melted down the medallion at some point over the last six decades. Too precious for its own good. 

Specifications:

Condition: In fair condition overall. Just serviced. Marks visible across the case. The dial has been burnt by sun exposure. The original caseback has been fitted with a bespoke exhibition caseback.

Scope: No box or papers

Movement: Calibre 4520A Manual-wind 

Dimensions:

  • Case Width: 37.5mm
  • Lug to Lug: 41.4mm
  • Case Thickness: 10.4mm
  • Lug Width: 18mm
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