The History. Released in 1995, this curiously coloured, laurel-green LHAM601 was a dressed up version of the 1959 Laurel Alpinist - the first ever Alpinist (named after the Japanese Alps, not the ones in Europe).
The Alpinists. The LHAM601 uses the same “Hi-Beat” movement as Shigeo Sakai’s legendary SCVF Alpinists. Furthermore, the darker-coloured LHAM600 has the same Mountain-inspired indices as the Black SCVF005, and the lighter-coloured LHAM601 opts for Arabic numbers just like the SCVF007. A design trend Seiko has carried forward in every generation of Alpinist since, which has made the LHAM Laurels a hidden part of Seiko's Alpinist collection. A "if you know, you know" watch for enthusiasts.
The Look. The clean layout gives the LHAM600 a dressy appearance while still embodying the essence of an Alpinist. Arguably, they make for a sharper-looking everyday watch, especially in an office environment, than any of the Sportier Alpinists.
The Design. A laurel green dial, with raised gold hour markers, and oversized, golden sword hands, all encompassed in a brushed and polished stainless steel case, featuring an small onion crown. The polished caseback features a laurel leaf motif around its edge.
The Bracelet. The original stainless steel bracelet, designed to look like a throwback to the vintage stylings of Seiko's original bracelets.
Specifications:
Condition: The watch is in great condition overall. The only marks of any noticeable significance can be seen on the caseback.
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.
