Vintage Seiko Type II 7546 Crystal Faceted — Blue Ribbon (1978)

Seiko Type II vintage: a quartz watch with a blue ribbon dial and kanji day-date This Seiko Type II vintage watch is a superb witness to the golden age of Japanese quartz, with a faceted tonneau steel case and a graduated blue dial with a ribbon texture. From the Type II line — a high-end quartz collection launched by Seiko in 1976 — it captivates with its refined finishing and bilingual day-date. In a versatile size, it is equally suited to the wrist of a man or a woman. A Japanese piece with a strong character, ideal for everyday wear. The blue dial features a graduated finish animated by a fine ribbon texture — subtle vertical striations evoking a silk ribbon — that shifts from a bright steel blue at the center to a deep midnight blue at the edges. The applied faceted baton indexes and polished hands, inherited from Seiko's "Grammar of Design" philosophy, give it a presence and finish worthy of far more prestigious models. At 3 o'clock, the day-date window displays the day in Japanese ideograms (kanji) or in English. A spectacular dial, among the most sought-after in the range. This Seiko is powered by the 7546 quartz calibre, precise and reliable, fitted with a bilingual day-date display and a hacking seconds mechanism. It runs on a battery and continues Seiko's legacy as a quartz pioneer with the 1969 Astron. A controlled movement, ensuring precise everyday operation without burdensome mechanical servicing. With its 36mm case in faceted brushed steel tonneau form, mounted on its original integrated steel bracelet, this vintage watch offers a versatile, era-appropriate size on the wrist of both men and women — a true Unisex watch. The overall condition is very good. The original steel bracelet is adjustable (length ~19cm). Three points to note Vintage Seiko Type II watch, faceted steel tonneau case, graduated blue "ribbon" dial (1978). Reliable Seiko 7546 quartz calibre, bilingual kanji/English day-date, hacking mechanism. Uncommon JDM model in Europe, on its original integrated steel bracelet; Unisex watch. → Discover our Vintage Seiko Watches → See our Vintage Japanese Watches Technical specifications Brand: Seiko Model: Type II, faceted tonneau shape Reference: 7546-8170 Estimated year: 1978 Origin: Japan Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex) Movement: Japanese quartz, Seiko 7546 caliber (day-date, hacking) Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, day (bilingual kanji/English), date Case: Brushed steel (steel caseback), faceted tonneau shape Dimensions: 36mm (37mm with the crown) Lug to lug: 40mm Thickness: 12mm (Crystal included) Lug width: 18mm Crown: Steel, original Dial : Gradient blue with a “ribbon” texture, applied faceted baton indices, “Seiko Quartz” and “Type II” signature, original Hands : Gold-plated/polished batons (hours, minutes) and seconds hand, original Crystal : Mineral, very good condition Bracelet : Integrated steel bracelet, original (adjustable, length approx. 19 cm) Buckle : Steel clasp, original Condition and warranty Overall condition : Very good condition. Superb original dial, case and steel bracelet in good condition. Water resistance : Not guaranteed (vintage watch) Authenticity : Lifetime guarantee Movement : Checked quartz movement, 1-year warranty Included : Atelier Victor invoice, protective presentation case Not included : Original box and papers Frequently Asked Questions What is the Seiko Type II? The Type II is a high-end quartz watch line launched by Seiko in 1976, in the wake of the Astron (the world’s first quartz watch, 1969). Alongside the Grand Quartz and King Quartz, it accompanied Seiko's transition to quartz, while preserving the finishing care and faceted case inherited from the brand’s “Grammar of Design” philosophy. What is a “ribbon” dial? The term “ribbon” refers to the dial texture, made up of fine, parallel vertical grooves that catch the light like a silk ribbon. On this Type II, this effect is combined with a blue gradient, making it one of the most sought-after dials in the line among collectors. How does the bilingual day-date function work? The aperture at 3 o’clock displays the date as well as the day of the week, which can be set in Japanese ideograms (kanji) or in English. This is an authentic feature of models originally intended for the Japanese market (JDM), uncommon in Europe. Is this Seiko watch vintage? Yes, absolutely. Dated 1978, it is well beyond the thirty-year threshold generally retained for the term “vintage.” It is an authentic vintage Seiko watch, a witness to the golden age of Japanese quartz. Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman? It is a Unisex watch. Its 36 mm case suits both a masculine and feminine wrist equally well. Its blue dial and assertive character make it a versatile watch, ideal for everyday wear.