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1960s Seiko Cronos Water Proof 50M | J13046, Sea Horse Caseback

1960s Seiko Cronos Water Proof 50M | J13046, Sea Horse Caseback

HK$4,627.00 HKD
HK$4,627.00 HKD
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Case Size 35 mm
Movement Manual
Approximate Age 1960s
Dial Color Silver
Case Material Stainless Steel
Lug Width 18 mm
Includes Watch Only
Overall Condition This Seiko Cronos Water Proof is presented in honest vintage condition. The case retains its sharp original lines and distinctive faceted lugs. The dial is in pristine condition with no visible patina. The Seiko Cronos logo and “Waterproof” text are crisp and legible, with a slight hint of blue on the “50.” The original plexiglass and Seiko-signed crown are still present, adding to its overall originality. The two-part caseback features the iconic seahorse engraving, which has been slightly worn but remains legible. The service history is unknown, but the 21-jewel movement runs well and retains a tactile feel when manually wound.

The 1960s were an exciting and intensely competitive period for Japan’s watch industry. One of the main battlegrounds was the everyday waterproof watch. The competition began when Citizen released the Parawater, Japan’s first waterproof watch. Seiko soon followed with the Cronos Waterproof, Seiko's first waterproof watch, and positioned it as a luxury watch suitable for skiing, skating, swimming, and other everyday water-related activities.

This was made possible by a waterproof case rated to withstand water pressure up to 50 meters, thanks to a two-part caseback system consisting of a caseback and a screwed-in caseback ring/holder. Together, these components made the watch highly resistant to moisture.

The Seiko Cronos was also the first Seiko model to feature the seahorse logo on the caseback, used to identify its manual-wind waterproof watches.

Key Features of 1960s Seiko Cronos Water Proof 50M | J13046, Sea Horse Caseback:

  • 35 mm stainless steel case | 18 mm lug width
  • Two-part case back design: screwed in case back holder and case back
  • Seahorse engraved caseback
  • original "SW" signed crown 
  • 21 jewels Diashock

*Straps not included

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These are the kinds of watches we would source for our own collection: honest vintage watches with character and history. While all pieces are sold “as is” to reflect that inherent patina and age, every watch is examined inside and out before it reaches you.

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Inside, there are two protective membranes that:

  • Keep the moisture/ dust out
  • Protect against drops and bumps
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