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Seiko Tuna Y187-7A30

Seiko Tuna Y187-7A30

Brand: Seiko
Referance Number: Y187-7A30
Product Code: TW00552

Regular price €600,00 EUR
Regular price Sale price €600,00 EUR
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Seiko Tuna Y187-7A30 This watch is all too familiar to Seiko enthusiasts. The first series of this model was released in 1975 after a seven-year hiatus dedicated to research and development to address issues raised by a saturation diver who had become disillusioned with the 6215 and 6159 300m variants, Seiko’s first attempts at a true professional diver. The result was the 6159-7010, or what we now refer to as the “Grandfather Tuna.” The flat cylindrical structure and shrouded case resembled the shape (and almost the size) of certain canned fish. The nickname stuck, as did the design, and has given rise to many Tuna models since. While the Tuna models are generally newer, the Y187 and Y182 variants from the late 90s are an unusual branch at the ends of the Tuna family. Although definitive evidence is lacking, it appears that these were created and released exclusively for the Italian market. This raises a few questions at first glance, but there is some speculation that these were dreamed up by the famous Italian car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro. It can certainly be linked to the design of several Seiko legends. In this case, swapping the JDM reputation for an IDM design could definitely be worth it. It seems that the Italian Tuna models were only produced in 1998 and early 99, and for a specific and rather small market. Now, 20 years later, it may take some patience to get your hands on a great example. This example from April 98 is gorgeous. The case is a rather large 44mm, and while it doesn’t have an actual shroud, the case is made to resemble the classic Tuna shroud. The middle case is round and flat, with short contoured lugs and a sandblasted finish. The fixed bezel adds a lot of height. It has a linear brushed finish with polished chamfers at the hour positions, and houses a flat, glossy black tachymeter inset. The original domed hardlex crystal is a full 4.5mm thick, and when paired with a vertically placed black and white section, this watch has a surprising amount of depth. The bright orange dial is set with plenty of luminous applied and polished ring markers. The hour and minute hands are unique segmented arrows with luminous windows in each window. The only other spot of color is the water resistance designation in black. In addition to the time and date, it features a 60 sec. / 30 min. chronograph, a fixed 24-hour record at nine, and small seconds at six. All functions work flawlessly. A stunning continuation of the "Tuna" legacy, this is a candidate to be a favorite. The product you are reviewing was manufactured in 1998. Much of this description is taken from Hub City Vintage.

PROFESSIONAL FULL SERVICE. Since the mechanism is completely disassembled, each part is cleaned, oiled, and its accuracy is adjusted, your watch will work without any negative surprises. (5 years maintenance-free unless exposed to adverse conditions.)
Product Status: Tested, all functions work.

Details

  • Gender
    Men

    Year of Production
    1998

    Movement
    Quartz

    Case Material
    Steel

    Case Diameter
    44mmx48.5mm

    Case Thickness
    13.3mm

    Bezel Material
    Steel

    Crystal
    Hardlex Crystal Glass

  • Dial Color
    Orange

    Dial Numerals
    Unnumbered

    Bracelet Material
    Leather

    Bracelet Color
    Black

    Maximum Band
    20.5cm

    Lug Width
    22mm

    Buckle Width
    16mm

  • Functions
    Date, Central second, Chronograph, GMT

    Condition
    Very good, little or no signs of wear

    Scope of Delivery
    Will be shipped with a nice travel bag

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