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A pair of King Seiko.. King Seiko 45-8010 superior Chronometer 1969 36000 Hi Beat, full overhaul photos
So Rolex are basically scammer..? Discuss
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Thank you, it's increasingly difficult to get watches like these in good condition - hence my hesitation to send them away. The medallion on the superior Chronometer is stained but a good excuse to get a see thru case back! I would expect these to run well for at least 5 years, probably much longer without any more services
Hmmm, King Seiko are awesome, these were serious expensive back in the day - they need to be respected for the quality they are - the movement on the 56 was also used in Grand Seiko I believe, and others... there's a 5 digital code on the barrel referring to it's chronometer grade, likewise for the mechanical wind superior chronometer - they do need servicing so if you get a king Seiko you will need someone who has experience of these - my watchmaker only does Seiko, particularly mechanical.. which works with me - servicing can easily cost as much as a beaten up example you may find - also factor in 'spares' - they are old and you will probably find parts not available and will need more spare watches to get a good example.
I never known about that polishing guy but a bit troubled by sending these so far away what with customs etc.. I am in the UK
My watchmaker is skilled, I won't trust anyone else. I won't ever be selling these as blood sweat and tears were involved to get them in this condition.
Yes I do know what that text is, that watch is a KS5626 Chronometer 28800 beat - the text is Japanese Kanji / Katakana - a commerative retirement gift in 1972 for a lucky gentleman, I am a proud custodian now
Poorly...!!
I was charged extra for cleaning it up 😂 which I was more than glad to pay ..
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