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  1. baoquang Jun 16, 2014

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    The only thing missed here is the "chronometer".
     
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  2. lenny Jun 16, 2014

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    I do. There actually were some Seiko chronometers before the Swiss banned them.
     
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  3. styggpyggeno1 ΩF Enforcer ....and thread killer Jun 29, 2014

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    I collect watches... and not having quality japanese watches in the collection would be really silly.

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  4. dsio Ash @ ΩF Staff Member Jun 29, 2014

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    I've actually got a very similar clock here somewhere to that last one you posted, wasn't sure what it was, but my grandfather was an air traffic controller and was given it with his callsign on a plaque where Seiko Transistor is on yours.
     
  5. ulackfocus Jun 29, 2014

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    So we're looking for collectors of Japanese watches, and not Japanese people who collect watches….. okay, got it.

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  6. citizenrich Metal Mixer! Jun 29, 2014

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    Nobody would ever mistake me for a collector but I have my fair share of Japanese made watches (sometimes Japanese outsource things like straps and bracelets to 3rd party nations). Let's see, here are a couple from a few:
     
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  7. Bill Sohne Bill @ ΩF Staff Member Jun 29, 2014

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    Hi Guys

    I also have a few products from Japan...

    a Citizen chronometer 31j ( first generation killer piece).

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    I have two chronomasters , cant seem to find a pic of the other one....
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    my dad's Seiko chronograph.

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    a few Seiko World time clocks in Quartz and one transistor !

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    Seiko Crystal Chronometer !!!

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    a Citizen Day Dater

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    hi beat Lord Marvel ....

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    Grand Seiko
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    1st gen Seiko 62MAS

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    Well, I know I have a few more somewhere but you get the idea. But if anyone wants to get rid of any junkie Japanese watches let me know ( WINK, wink ) .


    Good Hunting

    Bill Sohne
     
  8. JohnSteed Jun 29, 2014

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    Bill - That's a great showcase. I've (secretly) thought serious collectors may have at least one GS. Now I have one cool piece of evidence, that it could be true.

    Very nice & Thx for sharing!!
     
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  9. Bill Sohne Bill @ ΩF Staff Member Jun 29, 2014

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    Hi John

    thanks for the kind words. I always loved the early Seikos and Citizens. Grand and king Seikos....

    also you can't beat a modern seiko for a daily wearer in hazardous conditions , ck amazon for styles at almost 50% off retail.....


    good hunting

    bill
     
  10. JohnSteed Jun 29, 2014

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    Nice!!! Great idea too!!
     
  11. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Jun 29, 2014

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    Showoff! :p

    I have a couple of Seiko chronographs cal. 6138 and 6139:

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    Also, I have a nice day-date automatic from 1974 that I know is all original, since I am the original owner.

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    Take care,
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  12. ulackfocus Jun 29, 2014

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    Can't touch that kind of provenance. ;)
     
  13. Leica70 Jul 17, 2014

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    Hi, do you still have the 6139 for please!

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  14. Bill Sohne Bill @ ΩF Staff Member Jul 17, 2014

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    Hi My dad's is a 6138 , but I need to find a new bracelet for it as my dad tried to modify the center link years ago .. !! augh... good hunting bill sohne
     
  15. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Jul 17, 2014

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    I do have the 6139, but have replaced the bracelet with a fishbone replica.
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  16. Northernman Lemaniac Jul 17, 2014

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    Japanese? Not high on wrist time but for sure!
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  17. timeismoney Jul 17, 2014

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    Don't have a collection but the size of this makes up for it.
     
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  18. Apa Jul 17, 2014

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    Some seiko 5 and diamatics... WP_20140430_001.jpg
     
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  19. Doug T Sep 17, 2014

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    Just joined your forum and can already see there's lot of learning I can do here. Just noticed this on Japanese watches. I've basically been a Rolex guy for a number of years but as of recent I've become more and more interested in the Seiko vintage watches. I have a 6139-6015 that I purchased new about 1973 or so as well as a 6139-6002 (Pogue) that I picked up a couple of months ago in beautiful condition. Presently I'm on the look for an original model 6138 if I can find a nice on. I'm enjoying your forum.
     
  20. UncleBuck understands the decision making hierarchy Sep 17, 2014

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    Hi Doug and welcome!

    I have no interest in Seiko's but yet, I own 2 because you can't deny their qualities!
    I'm sure I'll flip them but I sure do enjoy their functionality and unique design. DSCN0222.JPG DSCN0221.JPG