{"product_id":"vintage-1973-japan-king-seiko-chronometer-special-5245-6000-25jewels-automatic","title":"Vintage 1973 JAPAN KING SEIKO CHRONOMETER SPECIAL 5245-6000 25Jewels Automatic.","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 32px; color : #2B0000; margin-bottom: 36px;\"\u003eVintage 1973 JAPAN KING SEIKO CHRONOMETER SPECIAL 5245-6000 25Jewels Automatic.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWelcome to my auction!\u003cbr\u003eI am Japanese who live in Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 24px; color : #2B0000; margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003eItem description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 24px; color:red; margin: 0 50px 18px 35px;\"\u003e\nIt's a Automatic Watch, \u003cb\u003eKING SEIKO CHRONOMETER SPECIAL 5245-6000 25Jewels \u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIt's in good used condition.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's difficult to find this valuable watch in such a good condition.\nHighly recommended for collectors!\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdl style=\"margin:0 0 34px 90px\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#970000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement : \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet name : 52 KING SEIKO CHRONOMETER SPECIAL (CALENDAR) .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaliber number : 5245A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement : Automatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeat rate : 28800bph.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of manufacture start : 1971's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory : Kameido.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#970000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExternals : \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number : 360114.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial number : JAPAN 5245-6000R.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass : Crystal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase size : About 35mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLug width : 18mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBand : New Leather Strap of SEIKO original.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#970000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition : \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed, it runs well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick set(Day\/Date) : Okay. \u003cbr\u003eSet of the date : The set at one stage pulling the crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe day difference time of an used watch is about +-1 minute \/ day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor practical, everyday use, it would be advisable to have the movement cleaned and oiled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#970000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Sovereign Apex of 1973 Kameido Chronometry (1973):\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured in **1973**—a historic milestone year during the golden age of high-grade mechanical watchmaking—the **King Seiko Chronometer Special (52KS)** represented Daini Seikosha's ultimate automatic achievement. Sourced under reference **5245-6000**, this ultra-rare \"\"Special Chronometer\"\" model sat at the very pinnacle of the King Seiko hierarchy, officially certified to strict internal chronometer standards to challenge world-class Swiss luxury timepieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Legendary High-Beat 25-Jewel Caliber 5245 Heart:\u003c\/b\u003e Powering this historic instrument is the revered **25-jewel Caliber 5245A**, an in-house automatic engine operating at a swift high-beat frequency of **28,800 vibrations per hour (8 beats per second)**. Highly celebrated by vintage purists for its micro-engineering excellence, this **25-jewel caliber** features **hacking seconds**, smooth manual-winding capability, and a rare **instantaneous date change mechanism** that snaps crisply at midnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArchitectural \"\"6000\"\" Angular Case and Monocoque Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e The reference **5245-6000** is globally distinguished among serious collectors for its sharp, monocoque (one-piece) case architecture designed according to Taro Tanaka's foundational **\"\"Grammar of Design\"\"** principles. The solid stainless steel case features flat, razor-sharp facets and sweeping, broad-shouldered lugs finished with zero-distortion mirror polishing, allowing the watch to sit completely flat and flush against the wrist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eImmaculate Date-Only Dial Balance and Clinical Clarity:\u003c\/b\u003e The dial of the **5245-6000** is a masterclass in clinical mid-century visual balance, showcasing a radiant canvas free from day-window clutter. It features **hand-applied, multifaceted rectangular hour indices** paired with razor-sharp hands that catch light with high contrast. Symmetrically framed at 3 o'clock, the quick-set date window provides instant legibility, proudly signed with the applied **\"\"KS\"\" logo**, **\"\"SPECIAL\"\"** script, and the official **\"\"CHRONOMETER\"\"** designation above 6 o'clock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Sovereign Gold KS Medallion or Engraved Back Heritage:\u003c\/b\u003e The ultimate hallmark of this 1973 treasure sits proudly on the case back: the iconic **solid gold-embossed King Seiko medallion** (or deeply engraved Special Chronometer backplate). This emblem historically certified its elite factory-regulated chronometer accuracy and top-tier manufacturing status. Built to an uncompromising heirloom standard, the 5245-6000 Chronometer Special stands as an eternal, investment-grade cornerstone reference for collectors worldwide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl style=\"margin:0 0 34px 40px\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"font-size: 24px;font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eFor more information, please look at the pictures.\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 14px 0 40px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/nonkun.boy.jp\/img_ebay\/q1237983889.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"font-size: 24px;font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBefore buying.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left : 30px;\"\u003eThe vintage watches we sell are inspected and adjusted so they work fine. However, since it is an vintage watch, Please purchase on the assumption that it will be repaired.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTo prevent shipping accidents.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left : 30px;\"\u003ePlease monitor the tracking number until the item arrives and if it stagnates, please investigate at your country post office. Also, please confirm the item when you receive the item.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout import taxes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left : 30px;\"\u003eTaxes such as import duties and VAT are not included in the item price or shipping charges, except for items shipped to the US. When you purchase, you will likely be required to pay these fees in your country.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout Payment, Shipping, Return.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left : 30px;\"\u003ePayment, Shipping, Return are in accordance with eBay's business policies.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52078120862017,"sku":"q1237983889","price":183400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/8205\/0625\/files\/57_6d04a5d8-dc97-4ca6-8a46-04bc0d138a48.jpg?v=1786515594","url":"https:\/\/nonkun.com\/products\/vintage-1973-japan-king-seiko-chronometer-special-5245-6000-25jewels-automatic","provider":"NONKUN Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}