There’s a quiet sophistication to the Seiko Chariot 2220-1400 that few watches manage to pull off. Produced in the mid-1970s during a time when Seiko was flexing its design and mechanical mastery, this manually-wound timepiece blends minimalism with bold vintage charm. Its standout feature is the reflective brown crosshair dial, a quadrant-style design that shifts tones with the light, giving it both warmth and depth. Roman markers at the cardinal points add just the right touch of classical balance, while the slim baton hands sweep with a calm confidence across its elegantly open dial.
Encased in a golden tank-style cushion case, this Chariot measures a tasteful 32mm across and just 6.5mm thick, perfectly sized for a wrist that appre222ciates refined proportions. At its heart beats the high-precision Seiko Caliber 2220, a 17-jewel manual-wind movement humming at an impressive 28,800 beats per hour. That high-beat rhythm not only improves timekeeping but adds a touch of mechanical poetry to the experience of wearing it. Paired with a genuine leather strap, this watch feels like a quiet rebellion against modern bulk, a sleek and thoughtful expression of Japanese dress watch aesthetics.
