Model: Seiko Gen 1 Quartz Chronograph
Reference Number: 7A28-7120
Date: January 1988
Box & Papers: No box or papers supplied.
Case Size: 37mm
Lug to Lug: 44mm
Functions: All functions operate correctly. New battery August 2020.
Case Condition: Original, unpolished, small marks and scratches commensurate of age. New case back gasket August 2020.
Crystal Condition: New crystal installed August 2020.
Dial/hands: Original, very good but a couple of small marks on the dial, lume has degraded in parts. Outer edge of dial has worn paint, but this cannot be seen when the movement is cased.
Bracelet/Strap: New 20mm grey NATO strap with satin/matte hardware fitted August 2020.
The 7A28 series was introduced by Seiko in the early 1980s and the technology employed was pioneering at the time. This series was the first quartz chronograph movement produced with an analogue display and has really earnt its place in horological history. Not only is the watch capable of measuring 1/10ths of seconds (watching this is mesmerising!) the tenths hand hits 0 at the exact same moment as the second hand hits each second- a true indication of the time, thought and effort put in by Seiko.
This particular model was commissioned by the MOD to be issued to Royal Air Force pilots in the 1980s and early 1990s. MOD issue numbers along with the broad arrow symbol are present on the case back. It is said that only around 10,000 of these watches were made throughout the issue period, and were only available to RAF pilots.
The water resistance has not been checked so cannot be guaranteed.
Viewings by appointment only.
