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Seiko "Silverwave" Vintage J12082

Seiko "Silverwave" Vintage J12082

£625.00 GBP
£625.00 GBP
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Model: Seiko “Silverwave” J12082

Year: 1960

Features:

The Build. Is the J12082 Seiko’s first dive watch? Depends who you ask. Modern watch enthusiast will likely scoff at the idea of a “dive watch” only having 50m of water resistance. Equally, Seiko aficionados will almost certainly tell you the 62MAS is Seiko’s first dive watch - and they wouldn’t be wrong. With 150m of water resistance, the 62MAS is certainly Seiko’s first professional dive watch.

The Era. In 1960, most Seiko's shared common design traits. Lumeless hands and dials, snap-on casebacks, tiny crowns, and not a bezel in sight. The look was standardised, so when Seiko produced the Silverwave J12082 in 1960, it turned heads. 

The Design. With its generously lumed dial and hands, over-sized crown, rotating bezel, and screw-down caseback, it was clearly built with diving in mind. It also introduced the Tsunami caseback emblem - a now-iconic Seiko motif for dozens of Seiko dive watches.

Specifications:

Condition: In very good condition overall. Just serviced. All original, including the lume spots. Various spotting and aging on the dial, including a circular wear pattern around the central pinion. 

Scope: No box or papers, and on an aftermarket bracelet.

Movement: Seikomatic 603 Automatic

Dimensions:

  • Case Width: 36.8mm
  • Lug to Lug: 43.4mm
  • Case Thickness: 11.7mm
  • Lug Width: 18mm
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FAQs

Are your watches authentic?

Everything we sell is 100% authentic.

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.

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