1967 Grand Seiko 4420-9000
Information:
Reference: 4420-9000
Year: November 1967
Bracelet: Brown Leather Strap (Jean Rousseu)
Case: 38mm - Stainless Steel
Lug Width: 18mm
Movement: 4420 - Manual
Functions: HMS
Box and Papers: No box or papers - watch only
Crystal: Acrylic
Bracelet size: 7.5”
Condition:
Case is has light normal wear with one notable gash on case edge. Strap is new. Dial has some scratches and the "SEIKO" logo has a bent K and was most likely reattached. Hands have light scratches. Watch runs (+5s/d 305 amp).
About Grand Seiko
Grand Seiko emerged in 1960 as a high-end watch line from Seiko, aiming to challenge Swiss dominance in luxury watchmaking. The brand quickly established itself with Japan's first chronometer-grade watch and later gained renown for its innovative Spring Drive technology, which combines the best of automatic and quartz movements. In 2017, Grand Seiko became an independent entity, solidifying its position in the luxury watch market.
The brand's design philosophy, known as the "Grammar of Design," was established in 1967 with the Grand Seiko 44GS. This aesthetic approach emphasizes legibility, refined appearances, and distinctive features like multi-faceted markers and hands, a half-recessed crown, and the meticulous Zaratsu polishing technique. Grand Seiko continues to push boundaries in watchmaking, as evidenced by recent innovations like the "Kodo Constant-Force Tourbillon," while maintaining its commitment to precision engineering and unique design language.
Original: $3,000.00
-65%$3,000.00
$1,050.00
Description
Information:
Reference: 4420-9000
Year: November 1967
Bracelet: Brown Leather Strap (Jean Rousseu)
Case: 38mm - Stainless Steel
Lug Width: 18mm
Movement: 4420 - Manual
Functions: HMS
Box and Papers: No box or papers - watch only
Crystal: Acrylic
Bracelet size: 7.5”
Condition:
Case is has light normal wear with one notable gash on case edge. Strap is new. Dial has some scratches and the "SEIKO" logo has a bent K and was most likely reattached. Hands have light scratches. Watch runs (+5s/d 305 amp).
About Grand Seiko
Grand Seiko emerged in 1960 as a high-end watch line from Seiko, aiming to challenge Swiss dominance in luxury watchmaking. The brand quickly established itself with Japan's first chronometer-grade watch and later gained renown for its innovative Spring Drive technology, which combines the best of automatic and quartz movements. In 2017, Grand Seiko became an independent entity, solidifying its position in the luxury watch market.
The brand's design philosophy, known as the "Grammar of Design," was established in 1967 with the Grand Seiko 44GS. This aesthetic approach emphasizes legibility, refined appearances, and distinctive features like multi-faceted markers and hands, a half-recessed crown, and the meticulous Zaratsu polishing technique. Grand Seiko continues to push boundaries in watchmaking, as evidenced by recent innovations like the "Kodo Constant-Force Tourbillon," while maintaining its commitment to precision engineering and unique design language.
