This exceptionally evocative vintage executive instrument is a distinguished artifact from September 1978, as definitively verified by the serial number 893008 stamped across the solid stainless steel caseback. Engineered during the golden era of Seiko’s JDM quartz revolution, the "Type II" collection was created to deliver accessible luxury and cutting-edge precision to the Japanese domestic market. It houses the reliable Seiko Caliber 7123 quartz movement from the Daini division, a robust technical engine admired by purists for its high-torque drive, dependable metal gear train, and exceptional battery efficiency.
The case architecture features a classic Tanaka "Grammar of Design" stainless steel profile defined by crisp brushed top surfaces, polished side bevels, and integrated hooded lugs. The dial is the showstopping centerpiece of this reference, displaying an ultra-rare gradient sunburst amber-gold "fumé" finish that darkens dramatically to rich tobacco brown towards the outer minute track. It is elegantly appointed with applied faceted baton indices, fine pencil hands, a framed Kanji/English day-date calendar window at 3 o'clock, and the applied Type II emblem above 6 o'clock. Completed on its vintage stainless steel multi-row mesh-style bracelet, this piece delivers undeniable late-1970s warm retro character.
