The first generation, or Gen 1, was the first watch that Seiko supplied to the British Armed Forces. Model reference 7A28-7120.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number and the issue number on the case back we can accurately date this watch to being both made and issued in 1989.
CONDITION
The 7A28 movement is very collectible. Not only was it worn by film characters in Alien, and James Bond wore a different version, but it was also the worlds first analogue quartz chronograph that could measure tenth’s of seconds. Add in the ruggedness and it made it an obvious choice for the military. The dial also has a P in a circle, and this shows the watch uses Promethium 147 for lume. This material has a very short half life of just 2.62 years, so presents no potential danger to the health of the watchmaker any more, but does still have some glow (Tritium is 12.7 years, and radium 1,600 years for comparison!). All functions including the pushers are working perfectly – this model can suffer with sticky pushers but not this example. The case has light marks and the top fixed bar is slightly bent – not a lot, but better to mention it in case you haven’t spotted it. The nylon one piece 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 36.8 mm
Width without crown 36.8 mm
Between lugs 20 mm
Lug to lug length 43.8 mm
Case Thickness 9.5 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.
