{"product_id":"vintage-grand-seiko-6246-9001-wristwatch-automatic-1967","title":"Vintage Grand Seiko 6246-9001 Wristwatch Automatic 1967","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Grand Seiko 6246-9001\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Calibre 6246 39 Jewels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge\u003c\/strong\u003e: March 1967\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug to Lug\u003c\/strong\u003e: 40mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLugs\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Used Seiko watch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u0026amp; Papers\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12-Months Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePOINTS TO MENTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn great pre-owned condition, with light wear from use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase and bezel have some light marks and scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunburst dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully serviced automatic movement\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold medallion is in great condition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaired with an unworn black leather strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE FIRST AUTOMATIC GRAND SEIKO 62GS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Grand Seiko 62GS is a bit of an interesting case because it actually started life as the Seikomatic 6245\/6246-9000\/01. Those watches debuted in 1965 and featured a chronometer rating, something Seiko had bestowed on several of its watches since 1960. Shortly after the debut of the Seikomatic, though, the official Swiss chronometer agency declared that watches had to be tested in-country to qualify. Undeterred, Seiko decided to play a game of one-upmanship by creating its Grand Seiko Standard. The 6245\/6246 models then fell under the Grand Seiko line. Consider the move as a bit of an early version of METAS, if you will, because the Grand Seiko Standard required an accuracy of +5\/-3 seconds per day versus the Swiss requirement of +10\/-1 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE WATCH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 62GS was the first-ever automatic Grand Seiko. Which was the highest-priced steel model in the lineup at the time. Automatic watches were advanced, and the watch contained a quickset date and\/or day. The 35-jewel 6245 and 39-jewel 6246 also used Seiko’s Magic Lever automatic winding system and Seiko made it clear that this was a “set it and forget it” opportunity. Thus, the crown was minuscule and almost hidden at four o’clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 62GS was produced for just a couple years, first hitting the market in 1966 and staying in production through 1968. Two different case backs were used, depending on the year of production: a lion medallion or a Grand Seiko medallion. Combined with the two different movements. 6245 (date only) and 6246 (day\/date).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAcross all references, the dial remains the same: applied “Seiko Automatic” branding at 12 o’clock, with the applied GS logo at 6 o’clock, sitting above the printed Grand Seiko and Diashock. The branding, with “Seiko” prominently above Grand Seiko, illustrates how Grand Seiko was still an emerging branding concept for the Seiko company, as much an indication of its technical accuracy as an actual consumer brand. The Swiss had gotten annoyed at Seiko for using the word “Chronometer” in its branding a few years prior, so Seiko went ahead and called itself Grand Seiko instead, developing an internal “Grand Seiko” accuracy standard that was more rigorous than the Swiss’ standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUR THOUGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExpertly crafted with precision and expertise, this Grand Seiko 6246-9001 Automatic watch exudes timeless elegance. Impeccably designed, it promises exceptional accuracy and reliability. This would be the focal point to any collection. Purchasing from us ensures that you receive an authentic, meticulously inspected watch in the best possible condition. Trust us to provide not just a watch, but a piece of horological history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Past2PresentWatches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58425816056195,"sku":"GS7300WO","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/2397\/4423\/files\/gs-6246-9001-front-_4.jpg?v=1783681461","url":"https:\/\/past2presentwatches.com\/products\/vintage-grand-seiko-6246-9001-wristwatch-automatic-1967","provider":"Past2PresentWatches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}