Vintage Seiko King Quartz 0852 Steel — White Tapisserie Dial (1976)

Seiko King Quartz vintage: a high-end steel watch with a tapestry dial This vintage Seiko King Quartz watch is a prestigious piece with a faceted round steel case and a white tapestry dial with a fine vertical pattern. Part of the King Quartz line — one of Seiko's most high-end quartz collections in the 1970s, heir to the King Seiko spirit — it sits one step above the Type II and QT series. With its versatile format, it can be worn equally well on the wrist of a man or a woman. A refined Japanese watch, a testament to the brand's quartz excellence. The white dial is patterned with a delicate raised vertical motif that subtly catches the light, enhanced by applied faceted baton hour markers. The "Seiko King Quartz" signatures and the KQ emblem appear on the dial, while a date window sits at 3 o'clock. Slim faceted baton hands, inherited from Seiko's "Grammar of Design" philosophy, sweep across the dial for a clear, luminous readout. A sober, meticulous dial, worthy of the finest Japanese dress watches. This Seiko is powered by the 0852 quartz calibre, the high-end movement in the "08" series signed Daini Seikosha — the very one fitted to the top of the King Quartz range. Precise and reliable, it runs on a battery and displays the date. It carries on Seiko's legacy as a quartz pioneer with the 1969 Astron. A controlled movement, guaranteeing precise everyday operation without burdensome mechanical servicing. With its 36mm case in a faceted round steel form, mounted on its original integrated steel bracelet, this vintage watch offers a versatile format that is perfectly in keeping with its era, on the wrist of a man or a woman — a true Unisex watch. The whole piece is in very good condition. The original steel bracelet is adjustable (length ~20cm). Three points to note Vintage Seiko King Quartz watch, faceted round steel case, tapestry white dial and date (1976). Seiko 0852 quartz calibre, the high-end movement in the "08" series, at the top of the King Quartz range. High-end model on its original integrated steel bracelet; Unisex watch. → Discover our vintage Seiko watches → See our vintage Japanese watches Technical specifications Brand: Seiko Model: King Quartz, faceted round shape Reference: 0852-8000 Estimated year: 1976 Origin: Japan Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex) Movement: Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 0852 (Daini Seikosha, high-end "08" series) Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: Steel (steel case back), faceted round shape Dimensions: 36mm (38.3mm with the crown) Lug to lug: 40mm Thickness: 11mm (Crystal included) Lug width: 18mm Crown: Steel, original Dial: White tapestry dial (fine vertical embossed pattern), applied faceted baton indices, “Seiko King Quartz” signature and KQ emblem, date at 3 o’clock, original Hands: Faceted baton hands (hours, minutes) and sweep seconds hand, original Crystal: Mineral, in very good condition Bracelet: Integrated steel, original (adjustable, length ~20cm) Buckle: Steel clasp, original Condition and warranty Overall condition: Excellent preserved condition. Superb original dial, case and steel bracelet in good condition. Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch) Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee Movement: Checked quartz movement, one-year warranty Includes: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case Not included: Original box and papers Frequently asked questions What is the Seiko King Quartz? The King Quartz is a range of high-end quartz watches launched by Seiko in 1975, heir to the spirit of King Seiko. In the hierarchy of the time, it ranked above the Type II and QT series, just below the Grand Quartz and Superior. It stands out for its refined finishes and precision quartz calibres. What is the calibre of this King Quartz? It is fitted with calibre 0852, the high-end movement from the “08” series produced by Daini Seikosha, which equipped the top of the King Quartz range. Precise and reliable, it displays the date and runs on a battery. It has been checked and comes with a one-year warranty. Are the case and bracelet original? Yes. The faceted round steel case and its integrated steel bracelet are original, in the purest “Grammar of Design” style of Seiko watches from the 1970s. The bracelet is adjustable to approximately 20cm. Is this Seiko watch vintage? Yes, absolutely. Dated 1976, it far exceeds the thirty-year threshold generally used for the term “vintage”. It is an authentic vintage Seiko King Quartz watch, a witness to the golden age of high-end Japanese quartz. Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman? It is a Unisex watch. Its 36mm case suits both a masculine and feminine wrist. Its white tapestry dial and dress-watch format make it an elegant and versatile watch, for everyday wear as well as evening occasions.