{"product_id":"vintage-king-seiko-5626-7111-wristwatch-hi-beat-1973-automatic","title":"Vintage King Seiko 5626-7111 Wristwatch Hi-beat 1973 Automatic","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e King Seiko 5626-7111\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5626 Hi-beat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 1973\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug to Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLugs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\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\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e POINTS TO MENTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn great pre-owned condition, with light wear \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase and bezel have some light scratches and marks\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunburst dial\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully serviced Hi-beat movement\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgraded metal quickset gear\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish and Kanji day wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS signed crown\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaired with an unworn black leather strap\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSeiko has recently rekindled the Kings Seiko range, showing the acclaim that this timeless watch is held and can be owned at a fraction of the cost of the new models, which really does mean you can pick up something so cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA BIT OF TRIVIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroducing the exceptional Vintage King Seiko, a true masterpiece from the 1970s that showcases Seiko's dedication to precision, craftsmanship, and design. As a top-tier product and internal competitor to the Grand Seiko, the King Seiko was created to challenge the Swiss watch industry and establish Seiko's presence in the international market. With ultra-accurate Chronometer-rated movements that propelled Seiko to victory in the Swiss Chronometer Competition, a mirror-finished case featuring a unique design, and the expert craftsmanship that ensures a durable, timeless classic, the King Seiko epitomizes the very best in Japanese vintage dress watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe King Seiko line was conceived and developed originally by the Daini Seikosha division as a luxury hand-wind watch to compete with the Suwa-developed Grand Seiko line. Any aspiration on the part of Daini Seikosha that it should be regarded as the equal of Grand Seiko was never realised, with Grand Seiko consistently presented in all of Seiko’s catalogues and marketing as the zenith of the Seiko Universe from 1960 until its demise in 1975. For the first seven years of its existence, the King Seiko evolved slowly but steadily through a series of beautiful hand-wind models, all of which powered by variations of the 44-series movement, itself a refined development of the Cronos 54A movement, dating from the late 1950s. In 1968, Daini replaced the 44 family with the thoroughly modern high-beat hand-wind 45 calibre, undoubtedly one of Seiko’s finest hours. That movement would go on to serve both King Seiko and Grand Seiko watches until 1973.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCuriously though, the first automatic King Seiko was developed not by Daini but by Suwa Seikosha. The high-beat 56 series calibre would go on to power an enormously diverse range of King and Grand Seiko models (as well as a myriad of Lord Matics in low-beat form) and would become arguably Seiko’s most successful automatic movement. Sprung into action, Daini developed its own automatic high-beat King Seiko calibre in the form of the 52 series, but that movement would have a relatively short life, its birth in 1971 coming just as the quartz revolution was starting to flex its muscles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE WATCH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis reference 5626-7111 King Seiko houses a Hi-Beat movement running at 28,800 bph, a testament to Seiko's mastery of watchmaking technology. Drawing from the knowledge and expertise gained while developing Chronometer-rated movements for observatory competitions, Seiko crafted a durable and precise timepiece that stands the test of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 5626-7111 features traditional case construction unlike a lot of KS with a monocoque case design. The unibody cases featured a removable hatch between the lower lugs to allow external fine regulation adjustment. However, in 1973, the design was updated, with the unibody case changed to a conventional screw-down case back design and the external fine adjustment feature was lost like on this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUR THOUGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis King Seiko blends vintage character with a clean, modern edge. On the wrist, it wears with a sense of precision and refinement, easily shifting between everyday use and more formal occasions. At its heart is the well-regarded 56 Hi-Beat automatic movement, featuring a durable metal quickset mechanism and recently serviced for reliable performance. Confident, dependable, and full of personality, it’s a piece built not just to be worn, but to be appreciated over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Past2PresentWatches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58140122939779,"sku":"KS3401WO","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/2397\/4423\/files\/king-seiko-5626-7111-front-_14.jpg?v=1780053594","url":"https:\/\/past2presentwatches.com\/products\/vintage-king-seiko-5626-7111-wristwatch-hi-beat-1973-automatic","provider":"Past2PresentWatches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}