{"product_id":"vintage-1974-japan-seiko-chariot-hi-beat-2220-0430-24jewels-hand-winding","title":"Vintage 1974 JAPAN SEIKO CHARIOT HI-BEAT 2220-0430 24Jewels Hand-winding.","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 32px; color : #2B0000; margin-bottom: 36px;\"\u003eVintage 1974 JAPAN SEIKO CHARIOT HI-BEAT 2220-0430 24Jewels Hand-winding.\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 SEIKO Hand-winding Watch, \u003cb\u003eCHARIOT HI-BEAT 2220-0430 24Jewels \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 SEIKO 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 : SEIKO 2220A .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaliber number : 2220A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement : Hand-winding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeat rate : 28800bph.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of manufacture start : 1970'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 : 480905.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial number : JAPAN 2220-1130R.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass : Crystal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase size : About 33.6mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLug width : 19mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBand : Can be adjust the length. \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\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 Pinnacle of Mid-70s Minimalist Elegance (1974):\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured in **1974**—a pivotal historical era when the global quartz revolution was challenging traditional watchmaking—the **Seiko Chariot** stood as a poetic, highly disciplined celebration of mechanical artistry. Produced by the legendary **Daini Seikosha (Kameido)** factory under reference **2220-0430**, this high-end manual-wind dress watch was engineered to deliver uncompromised luxury through a remarkably thin profile. Explicitly drawn for the intellectual elite, it captured the highly refined, quiet luxury aesthetic of the mid-1970s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Over-Engineered 24-Jewel Caliber 2220 High-Beat Heart:\u003c\/b\u003e This masterpiece is powered by the magnificent **24-jewel Caliber 2220A**, a premier high-beat manual-wind movement operating at a swift frequency of **28,800 vibrations per hour (8 beats per second)**. Originally conceived for top-tier micro-engineering applications, this movement’s exceptionally slim layout made it the ultimate engine for elite, low-profile men's dress watches. Utilizing a lavish **24-jewel specification** to control gear friction, this high-performance caliber achieved phenomenal daily timing stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArchitectural \"\"0430\"\" Ultra-Thin Round Case Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e The reference **2220-0430** is globally celebrated among vintage purists for its elegant, timeless presence. The solid stainless steel case features an incredibly slender **classic round profile** with flat surfaces and a narrow bezel that captures light with striking gallery warmth. This ultra-low center-of-gravity design allows the mechanical watch to sit entirely flush against the skin, transforming the instrument into a beautiful, weightless second skin that slides effortlessly under a tailored formal cuff.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eImmaculate Non-Date Dial Symmetry and Timeless Simplicity:\u003c\/b\u003e By utilizing a pure two-hand non-date configuration, the dial achieves a magnificent level of **uncompromised visual balance and perfect symmetry**. The beautiful textured canvas features minimalist, elegant Roman numerals or ultra-thin painted indices paired with elegant needle hands that emphasize the watch's quiet luxury character. Free from the visual clutter of a sweeping seconds hand or calendar window, it prioritizes pure geometric harmony and high-fashion legibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn Investment-Grade Masterpiece of Kameido's Hand-Wound Legacy:\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured in the milestone mechanical year of **1974**, the 2220-0430 remains a highly coveted, universally respected cornerstone reference for serious vintage Seiko collectors worldwide. It represents the perfect historical intersection where traditional Japanese movement refinement successfully adapted into a high-fashion, ultra-thin daily instrument right before the full electronic transition. Built to an uncompromising heirloom standard, it stands as a profound testament to an era when Kameido perfected the manual dress watch.\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\/x1232665428.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":52078121189697,"sku":"x1232665428","price":63400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/8205\/0625\/files\/57_467088ca-9d47-4322-bdc4-1fee1eca49c7.jpg?v=1786515606","url":"https:\/\/nonkun.com\/products\/vintage-1974-japan-seiko-chariot-hi-beat-2220-0430-24jewels-hand-winding","provider":"NONKUN Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}