King Seiko KS45 Superior Chronometer

$675.00

November of 1969

Cal. 45-8010

Serviced: Unknown, Estimated 2015

This Caliber 45 from 1969, came one year after the end of the Neuchâtel Observatory. Although there was no public reason given for the end of the chronometer competitions, Seiko had happened to sweep most of the top ten spots the year prior.

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November of 1969

Cal. 45-8010

Serviced: Unknown, Estimated 2015

This Caliber 45 from 1969, came one year after the end of the Neuchâtel Observatory. Although there was no public reason given for the end of the chronometer competitions, Seiko had happened to sweep most of the top ten spots the year prior.

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  • This particular case and dial variant of the Hi-Beat 7720 Leopard is one of the more unique designs that Citizen produced in the early 70s. The chunky, square case and double domed crystal wears larger on the wrist than watches typical of the early 70s and would be an excellent choice for someone looking for a bigger vintage watch. Additionally, and as is typical of many Leopard cases, Citizen has opted for a special profile crystal. It’s thick and double domed to reinforce the watches bold look.

    • New Old Stock Crystal

    • New Old Stock Crown and Stem

    • Bambi Bracelet

    • Tight hand winding (typical of vintage Leopards)

  • 37.5mm Case Width

    41.5mm Lug to Lug

    18mm Lug Width

    9mm Height

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    36,000 Beats Per Hour

    25 Jewels

    Automatic with Hand Winding

    Hacking Seconds

    Seiko New Old Stock Acrylic Crystal

    3 O'Clock Crown

    Push/Pull

    Daini-Seikosha

  • Average Deviation:

    (+) 14.9 s/d , 0.2 ms, 297 deg