King Seiko watch 44-2000 Vintage 1964 Gold Filled

SPECIFICATION

Reference : King Seiko 44-2000
Movement : 44
Age : January 1964
Case Size : 36mm
Case Thickness : 11mm
Lug to Lug : 44mm
Lugs : 19mm
Condition : used Seiko watch
Box & Papers : No
Case Material : Gold filled
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty

POINTS TO MENTION

In great pre-owned condition, with signs of wear from use

• Case and bezel have some light scratches and marks
  
• Dial has some light spots and marks
• Fully serviced movement
• Signed crown has some wear
• Gold medallion is in fantastic condition
• Paired with an unworn brown suede strap

A BIT OF TRIVIA

The second generation gold filled King Seiko, model was introduced in late 1963, the 44-2000 was a carried over 15034 (5440-1990) with the updated 44KS movement and a new second generation dial design. The case was unchanged from the 15034 but was now limited to gold. The Seiko logo was added back onto the new dial at the normal 12 o’clock position and the familiar, slightly-serifed King Seiko brand logo was moved down to the 6 o’clock position. The dial quality star emblem was also removed at this time. The case back was the same as for the gold 15034 but inside bears the model number 44-2000 rather than 15034.

The second generation King Seikos began identifying the previously unnamed, manually wound, movement from the first generation as the caliber 44A and the now famous 44KS family of watches was born. The beat rate remained at 18000 for the entire 44KS life. Caliber 44 would prove to be an influential movement for Seiko in the early 1960s

The design of the King Seiko medallion was also changed during the lifetime of the second generation models. For most of the second generation lifetime, the same King Seiko coat of arms was used until 1967 when a simpler medallion with just ‘Seiko’ written on it takes over. The final models produced in 1968 also have the Daini logo added below the Seiko logotype.

OUR THOUGHTS

The King Seiko 44-2000 was a hallmark of Japanese watchmaking excellence, epitomizing precision, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. Produced in 1964, and probably the best example you will come across in the UK today, at a fantastic price point for such a historical icon. The KS 44-2000 is celebrated for its robustness and the meticulous attention to detail that has made it a coveted piece among collectors and watch enthusiasts.