This men’s manual wind King Seiko has everything going for it and nothing to put anyone off. Model reference 4402-8000 or 44KS.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number on the case back we can accurately date this watch to being made in January 1966.
CONDITION
The proportions of this watch are just right. A little larger than average from 1966, the 44KS also has wide, strong lugs and the sword hands that are more commonly associated with its big brother, the Grand Seiko. The case is all stainless steel except for the emblem on the case back which is gold. Being an earlier watch this has a seven digit serial number and the water proof claim on the case back rather than the later water resistant mark. The crown is signed WS, for water proof Seiko to further back this up, but no vintage watch should get wet. The silver dial has the lightest marks, as do the hands, but this shouldn’t put anyone off. The beautifully finished 25 jewel Seiko 4402A movement is working perfectly, including the hacking and the quick set date. The leather strap is new, and could be swapped for a different colour if preferred.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 37.6 mm
Width without crown 35.2 mm
Between lugs 18 mm
Lug to lug length 41.2 mm
Case Thickness 11.1 mm
All sizes are approximate. The watch is photographed on a wrist of 190mm/7.5 inches.
Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses. If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries. Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us. Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.
From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon. By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.