センスある男のためのドレスウォッチ。
“A dress watch for the man with a sense of style.”
That's how Seiko described its Chariot collection in a Japanese catalogue from 1980. And just look at it, a very stylish example!
During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Seiko was experimenting with more than just quartz technology. The Japanese manufacturer explored unusual materials, elegant case designs and natural stone dials, creating watches that were just as much about style as they were about telling time.
This Seiko Quartz Chariot is a perfect example. Featuring a brown sardonyx dial made from natural stone and distinctive patterns that give it an almost tiger's eye-like appearance. Each dial has its own unique character, making every example slightly different. The understated case is made from Silver Hard Alloy Cobalt, a special cobalt-based alloy developed for its exceptional hardness and scratch resistance compared to conventional stainless steel. Combined with the minimalist dial layout, it creates a rather unusual dress watch that feels distinctly Japanese.
A wonderful little reminder that Seiko's quartz era was about much more than technological innovation. And this example comes in a wonderfull condition to be enjoyed for the next 40 years.
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Brand: Seiko
Model: Chariot
Reference: CGT073 ref. 6020-5260
Year: 1980’s
Material: Silver Hard Alloy Cobalt (SHAC) case and Stainless steel back
Dimensions: 30mm diameter (without crown)
Crystal: Sapphire
Caliber: Seiko 6020 Quartz
Bracelet/Strap: Genuine Crocodile leather strap from the 80’s
センスある男のためのドレスウォッチ。
“A dress watch for the man with a sense of style.”
That's how Seiko described its Chariot collection in a Japanese catalogue from 1980. And just look at it, a very stylish example!
During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Seiko was experimenting with more than just quartz technology. The Japanese manufacturer explored unusual materials, elegant case designs and natural stone dials, creating watches that were just as much about style as they were about telling time.
This Seiko Quartz Chariot is a perfect example. Featuring a brown sardonyx dial made from natural stone and distinctive patterns that give it an almost tiger's eye-like appearance. Each dial has its own unique character, making every example slightly different. The understated case is made from Silver Hard Alloy Cobalt, a special cobalt-based alloy developed for its exceptional hardness and scratch resistance compared to conventional stainless steel. Combined with the minimalist dial layout, it creates a rather unusual dress watch that feels distinctly Japanese.
A wonderful little reminder that Seiko's quartz era was about much more than technological innovation. And this example comes in a wonderfull condition to be enjoyed for the next 40 years.
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Brand: Seiko
Model: Chariot
Reference: CGT073 ref. 6020-5260
Year: 1980’s
Material: Silver Hard Alloy Cobalt (SHAC) case and Stainless steel back
Dimensions: 30mm diameter (without crown)
Crystal: Sapphire
Caliber: Seiko 6020 Quartz
Bracelet/Strap: Genuine Crocodile leather strap from the 80’s
