The Release. On release, this full titanium HAQ cost ¥126,000 (equivalent to $1200 in 2004) and was part of Seiko’s high-end catalogue. Much like the 4S29 movement inside the Brightz SAGN005, or the 4S27 movement inside the Brightz SAGN007, the 7J21 movement inside this watch was at the top of Seiko’s class at the time of its release. In fact, other than the legendary 9F Grand Seiko HAQ (±10 seconds per year), the 7J21 is still one of the most reliable quartz movements made by Seiko (±20 seconds per year).
The Colour. But unlike the other pragmatically dressed SAGJ reference I’ve written about before, with their black, whites and blue tones, the SAGJ017 stands alone in bold defiance of Seiko’s standard colourways. Salmon pink. And it wears it exceptionally well.
The Rarity. Released in the early 2000s, and only in Japan, this watch was hard to track down at the time and even harder to find in good condition now. Often seen as a grail collection, and a precursor to the ambition of Grand Seiko’s high movement specs and high spec finishing.
The Movement. The watch is powered by a neo-vintage HAQ movement. Accurate to ±20 seconds per year, which prompted Seiko’s marketing team to ask wearers what can you do with those 20 seconds each year? The answer is undoubtedly not a lot. Take a ride in an elevator? Open your front door for a guest? I get their point. Its an accurate watch!
Specifications:
Condition: In very good condition overall. A few hairlines and swirls can be see on the case, especially on the back of the watch.
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.
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.
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
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.
