{"title":"Vintage, Quartz \u0026 Solar Watches","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"seiko-prospex-aqua-sumo-gmt-sfk001j1-blue-dial-solar-divers-200m-rrp-780","title":"Seiko Prospex Aqua Sumo GMT SFK001J1 Blue Dial Solar Diver's 200M RRP £780","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eExcellent Condition, Full Set.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA gorgeous and very rare \u003cb\u003eSeiko Prospex 'Sea Aqua' Sumo Blue\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRef. SFK001J1 \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eExcellent cosmetic condition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWith only the faintest signs of wear on the case and bracelet.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKeeps perfect time\u003c\/b\u003e, and the stunning textured dial will let you track two timezones\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003efor a looong time as long as you don't live in a cave (it's solar powered).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e It's Seiko's first solar watch with a GMT hand, powered by the in-house built new calibre of 5K62\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe watch looks and feels badass on the wrist.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eI have a 6.5 inch wrist and love the chunky look but will definitely suit larger wrists better.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIf I was to pick only one non-automatic watch to own it would be this one.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVideo review coming soon on the zerohour.watches youtube channel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@zerohour.watches\/\" title=\"Zero Hour Watches YouTube Channel\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@zerohour.watches\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFull set complete with:\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- Box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- Warranty card\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- booklets\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- spare links\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- tag\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52745548267866,"sku":"397242176686","price":370.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/1951\/7786\/files\/32_585e512b-e073-4330-8108-04160812f669.jpg?v=1763201809"},{"product_id":"jaeger-lecoultre-5000-42-ultra-thin-automatic-cal-900-1982-box-certificate","title":"Jaeger-LeCoultre 5000.42 Ultra Thin Automatic Cal.900 1982 Box \u0026 Certificate","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSelling my beautiful 1982 Jaeger-LeCoultre ultra-thin automatic, reference 5000.42, powered by the ultra-slim calibre 900.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn insanely thin case of around 6mm, near 50 years old it's a stunning collector's watch unlike any other. One I am genuinely on the fence about selling. I absolutely love how flush it sits on the wrist - it is probably the thinnest automatic watch I have owned and almost disappears under a cuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI normally gravitate more towards sports watches. The current-model Longines Conquest feels like a very thin watch to me, but next to this JLC it feels like an Invicta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the delicate proportions, it still has loads of character. The rounded hexagonal case, crisp white dial, bold Roman numerals and date at 3 give it a really distinctive look that feels unmistakably vintage without looking dated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI recently wore it to a wedding and received loads of compliments on it. It is a phenomenal piece, working on a video of it for the Zero Hour Watches YouTube channel so keep an eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExcellent cosmetic condition \u003c\/b\u003efor a watch from circa 1982. The case has only light signs of age and wear visible upon close inspection, but overall presents beautifully. The dial is extremely clean and the crystal is clear and unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black crocodile strap has been worn but remains in very good usable condition and is fitted with the signed Jaeger-LeCoultre pin buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVery good mechanical condition, timegrapher tested across 5 positions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 0 to +6 sec\/day depending on position, 228 to 254° amplitude, and 0.1 to 0.3 ms beat error at 28,800 vph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Jaeger-LeCoultre calibre 900 automatic movement is running very well overall, showing strong accuracy, low beat error and solid positional consistency - amazing for a vintage ultra-thin watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower reserve tested at approximately 41 hours and 30 minutes, a healthy result for the calibre 900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComes with with:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre inner presentation box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre outer box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre certificate of authenticity signed 2005, matching serial and confirming manufacture circa 1982 and calibre 900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre Black crocodile strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre signed pin buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am not in any rush to sell this one and will be more than happy to keep it if it does not find the right buyer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Jaeger-LeCoultre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54494391370074,"sku":"398218034897","price":2050.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/1951\/7786\/files\/57_dc675649-af82-41c4-a398-5a1c16371ca8.png?v=1785698525"},{"product_id":"heuer-daytona-calibre-12-automatic-chronograph-just-serviced-110-203b-vintage","title":"Heuer Daytona Calibre 12 Automatic Chronograph Just Serviced 110.203B Vintage","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MSa84tT9SD4?si=RnWjTKgNoB9DfTU1\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003eBeautiful vintage Heuer Daytona automatic chronograph, reference 110.203B.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Daytona had a relatively short production run in the late 1970s and these are now quite rare. It is powered by the legendary Heuer Calibre 12, an evolution of the pioneering Chronomatic movement family behind some of the earliest automatic chronographs. It also features a micro-rotor (super cool!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh out of a full service, this watch is in fantastic vintage condition and running beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI recently made a video about this iconic piece for my YouTube channel. After some intense internal debate, I decided to list it and see whether any collectors are interested, but I am certainly not desperate to sell it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreat cosmetic condition,\u003c\/b\u003e with light marks on the case, bracelet and clasp in line with the watch’s age. It could probably be polished to look much newer, but I would strongly advise against polishing a collectible vintage piece like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crystal was replaced during the recent service and is pristine and unmarked. The blue dial and hands look phenomenal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreat mechanical condition (timegrapher tested across 5 positions):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately -8 to +2 sec\/day depending on position, 232 to 274° amplitude, and 0.0 to 0.3 ms beat error at 21,600 vph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heuer Calibre 12 automatic chronograph movement is running well overall, showing good beat alignment and stable positional performance across the tested positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement underwent a full service by The Watch Spot on 30 June 2026, including cleaning, inspection, oiling, demagnetising, regulation and testing. The crystal was replaced, a new caseback gasket was fitted, and the case and bracelet were cleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe service is covered by a 12-month warranty until 30 June 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chronograph starts, stops and resets correctly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComes with:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Watch Spot service paperwork dated 30 June 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal integrated stainless steel bracelet and clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracelet extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemaining service warranty until 30 June 2027\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNice ebay travel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet is currently sized to fit my 6.5-inch wrist comfortably. Using the clasp micro-adjustment, it should fit approximately a 7-inch wrist, and around 7.5 inches with the bracelet extension fitted. These are approximate measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs stated on the service paperwork, water resistance cannot be guaranteed on a vintage watch, so I would treat it as non-water-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Heuer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54519204184410,"sku":"398257830958","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/1951\/7786\/files\/57_f09c803f-b4ae-4dad-bccc-a514af3ae9dd.jpg?v=1786056081"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.zerohourwatch.com\/collections\/vintage-quartz-solar-watches.oembed","provider":"Zero Hour Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}