{"product_id":"seiko-champion-alpinist-j13079","title":"Seiko “Champion Alpinist” J13079","description":"\u003cp class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"_12FoOEddL7j_RgMQN0SNeU\"\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e: Seiko “Champion Alpinist” J13079\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"_12FoOEddL7j_RgMQN0SNeU\"\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1963\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"_12FoOEddL7j_RgMQN0SNeU\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Origin. \u003c\/strong\u003eIn 1956, Chiharu Igaya made Japanese history by winning silver in the men’s slalom - Japan’s first-ever Winter Olympic medal. This achievement sparked a boom in skiing and winter sports across Japan, prompting Seiko to create a rugged and sporty option: the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/provenancewatches.com\/products\/seiko-laurel-first-alpinist-14041\"\u003eLaurel Alpinist\u003c\/a\u003e. With its strong lume, high-contrast dial, and mountain-shaped indices, it was a solid, sporty option for enthusiasts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Discontinuation.\u003c\/strong\u003e However, despite its visual appeal, it wasn’t a major commercial success, and after just two generations, it was discontinued. But as everyone knows, you can’t kill an idea - fast forward 30 years, and the SCVF line would propel the Alpinist name to heights Seiko could never have imagined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Result.\u003c\/strong\u003e But we’re here for one of the “failures” today. The J13079 was from the second generation of Alpinists - and the last for over 30 years. Its intriguing mix of rugged and dressy visuals is an obvious throughline to all modern Alpinists. However, the Champion Alpinist’s most enduring legacy isn’t visible until you flip the watch over. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Legacy. \u003c\/strong\u003eWhile modern(er) iterations have added iconic elements like the rotating compass bezels, the Champion’s three peak motif has the distinct honour of being replicated on every major Alpinist produced since. Not a bad claim to fame. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e In very good condition overall. Just serviced. Signs of aging and wear across the watch, but impressively well preserved for its age. Aftermarket strap and buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"_12FoOEddL7j_RgMQN0SNeU\"\u003eScope\u003c\/strong\u003e: No box or papers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"_12FoOEddL7j_RgMQN0SNeU\"\u003eMovement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Seiko 850 Manual Wind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Width: 35.3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLug to Lug: 42.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Thickness: 9.0mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLug Width: 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61053777805646,"sku":null,"price":815.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/8977\/9534\/files\/Seiko_J13079_850_Champion_Vintage_Alpinist_Watch.jpg?v=1791059769","url":"https:\/\/provenancewatches.com\/products\/seiko-champion-alpinist-j13079","provider":"Provenance Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}