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No. 379 / Seiko World Time (3rd model) - 1969
No. 379 / Seiko World Time (3rd model) - 1969
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Seiko
World Time (3rd Model)
Rare Model / 1969
(Yoshinori Sakai, the 19-year-old torchbearer born in Hiroshima on the day the atomic bomb was dropped on the city on Aug. 6, 1945, who won hearts by striding confidently into the National Stadium to light the cauldron at the opening ceremony.)
The World Time was one of the many different models Seiko developed to the 1964 Tokyo Olympic.
(Old Seiko advertisement - showcasing the all the 1964 Olympic models)
This third iteration in the World Time series only produced for about one year beginning in 1968 through part of ‘69, and as such is in fairly short supply and making it one of the rarest vintage Seiko watches.
Story
Seiko’s third iteration in the World Time series, the 6010/9 is the last of the firsts. A tightly refined version of it’s two predecessors, it has a polished and finished aesthetic that’s doubtful could be improved upon. A 38mm masterpiece with stout, tapered lugs, an oversized but well integrated crown, and a striking dial full of color, texture, and finish. This example from August of ‘69 is phenomenal. The dial is perfect in a silver linen with a lacquered finish and applied markers. At its border is a segmented 24 hour track in black for night, and baby blue for day. Framing it is the “cities of the world” inner bezel which can be rotated via the crown to determine the time anywhere in the world instantly. The colors are bright and vivid, and there is no peeling or fading from exposure. The hands are a polished sword style along with a bright red 24 hour hand. The 6117A is a workhorse calibre that’s solidly built, and post service, this one is keeping near perfect time. This particular model was only produced for about one year beginning in 1968 through part of ‘69, and as such is in fairly short supply and can be difficult to track down. Well worth the effort in our opinion, as it’s stunning on the wrist and a great piece of Seiko history.
Detail
MODEL
World Time 3rd Model
REFERENCE
6117-6010
YEAR
1969
SERIAL
987800
CASE
38mm (excl. crown), Stainless Steel
MOVEMENT
Automatic, Cal.6117A
LUG
19mm
INCLUDES
Watch with original Seiko bracelet
Condition
OVERALL A Rank
CASE Great Condition
CRYSTAL Great Condition
DIAL Great Condition
HANDS Little Patina
MOVEMENT Great Condition
ACCURACY 3 Sec. / Day (12 Hr. Timegrapher Test)
Shipping
Courier
We ship all our packages via FedEx International Priority, which includes full insurance coverage. This means they can reach most places in 2-3 days, excluding time required for customs clearance.
Shipping Cost
(All prices are in USD. Costs are per order which can included multiple items)
US & Canada
$90 (Order under $1000)
$100 (Order under $2000)
$110 (Order under $3000)
$150 (Order over $3000)
East Asia (China, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong…etc)
$70 (Order under $1000)
$90 (Order under $2000)
$100 (Order under $3000)
$130 (Order over $3000)
Rest of Asia (Australia, ASEAN, Middle East..etc)
$100 (Order under $1000)
$120 (Order under $2000)
$130 (Order under $3000)
$160 (Order over $3000)
Rest of the world (Europe, UK, Latin America…etc)
$130 (Order under $1000)
$140 (Order under $2000)
$160 (Order under $3000)
$190 (Order over $3000)
Insurance
All packages will be fully insured via the courier.
Ship Out Time
Items will be shipped out within 2 days after payment confirmation.
Preparation
As part of our preparation for shipment, we go through the watch to ensure that everything is in working order. Also, for your peace of mind, we will provide a video explaining the functionality and condition of the watch.
Custom Duty
The buyer is responsible for any import customs duty or tax.
Rejected or Returned Delivery
If, for any reason, the delivery is rejected upon delivery or returned to the seller due to issues on the buyer's side (e.g., being unable to provide information for customs clearance when asked or unable to receive delivery, etc.), the total shipping fees, customs duty, and a 10% restocking fee of the item's value will apply.
Special Arrangements
Other shipping options are also possible based on customer's request.
Return Policy
From Time To Times wants you to love your purchase! If, for any reason, you are not happy with your purchase, we offer a flexible return policy.
From Time To Times accepts returns up to 7 days from delivery.
To be eligible for returns, items must:
- Return in original condition
- Include all accessories
Please notices:
- To start a return, please contact us via email with your order #
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Customer is responsible to ship the item back based on seller’s instruction
(in order to avoid customs duty) - Refund will be issued once the item is received and condition confirmed
- Refund will be issued to the same payment method used when purchased
- In case of seller’ error (wrong item, missing parts..etc), seller will issue a full refund. Otherwise, shipping, any customs duty and transaction fee (5.9%) will be deducted from the refunded amount.
Please kindly let us know if you have any questions!
Please Note
Authenticity
Our watches and products have been checked and validated by our local watchmaker with a Japanese government-issued licence (時計修理技能士1級). All watches and accessories are authentic with their original parts (including original untouched / un-repainted dial) unless specifically stated otherwise.
Size
Vintage watches are generally smaller than modern watches. Although our measurements are approximate, they provide a good indicator for the buyer to assess whether the smaller size will be an issue.
Servicing
If a watch is not specifically indicated as "Serviced", we do not have its service history and cannot guarantee its accuracy. We highly recommend it to be serviced by a watchmaker for regular use.
Accuracy
The accuracy indicated in the Condition section is based only on a 12-hour timegrapher test in one position (movement up or dial up). This serves as a reference to help the buyer understand the condition of the movement. We cannot guarantee its actual accuracy, and based on our experience, real-world performance may vary.
Original Accessory
Watch does not included original bracelet / strap / buckle / box / paper unless specifically stated.