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Post by leffemonster on Nov 23, 2017 3:21:14 GMT -8
I picked this up at the weekend for just over £26 (not sure if that's good or bad) and the postie has just delivered it - Seiko Skyliner from November '64. It ticks, but not for long, so is clearly in need of a service. Calibre 402, which is the forerunner to the 6220, caseback is stamped J12080. Hopefully I can polish the crystal but wondered if anyone knows what replacement would be needed? Paging Rod.....     |
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Post by pip on Nov 23, 2017 5:23:28 GMT -8
I’ve picked up a couple of these in gold which are waiting to get fixed up, need a jewel putting in one and the other is not stripped yet. Beautiful watches for not a lot of cash.
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ajkrik
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Post by ajkrik on Nov 23, 2017 5:27:51 GMT -8
Wow. It's amazing how many different versions Seiko has come up with over the years.
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Post by mncz on Nov 23, 2017 5:39:17 GMT -8
Interesting piece! I imagine that with its squarish design, it would fare very well on a brown leather bund strap.  |
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Post by peenemunde on Nov 23, 2017 5:44:35 GMT -8
 Adoro questo design ... |
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Post by small on Nov 23, 2017 6:49:37 GMT -8
Nice find for sure. I have yet to grab one, But I've been high bidder on several right up until the last 3 sec....
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Post by ajkrik on Nov 23, 2017 8:20:20 GMT -8
Nice find for sure. I have yet to grab one, But I've been high bidder on several right up until the last 3 sec.... It's the last 3 seconds that are the real challenge  |
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Post by Rod on Nov 23, 2017 16:51:47 GMT -8
My early book don't list this one, but if peenemunde could quote the caseback from his it may help. I have one but it's a slightly different case design and later built. 6222-7030 It's crystal is 280T01AN, being a "01" version of this crystal it's either the same or the first for the different case design.   |
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Post by mirrorman on Nov 23, 2017 17:01:24 GMT -8
My early book don't list this one, but if peenemunde could quote the cassock form his it may help. I have one but it's a slightly different case design and later built. 6222-7030 It's crystal is 280T01AN, being a "01" version of this crystal it's either the same or the first for the different case design. WOW!! - look at that dial. |
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Post by peenemunde on Nov 23, 2017 23:11:59 GMT -8
My early book don't list this one, but if peenemunde could quote the caseback from his it may help. I have one but it's a slightly different case design and later built. 6222-7030 It's crystal is 280T01AN, being a "01" version of this crystal it's either the same or the first for the different case design. Is a different reference. Beautiful. My models are 6220 7990. One of them have 402 movment.  |
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Post by Rod on Nov 23, 2017 23:44:14 GMT -8
Is a different reference. Beautiful. My models are 6220 7990. One of them have 402 movment. Ok, my books lists 6220-7990 as 273N04AN. Interestingly the book has (J1280) under the 6220-7990 heading, so I'd be happy with that as the crystal!  |
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Post by leffemonster on Nov 24, 2017 0:22:30 GMT -8
Is a different reference. Beautiful. My models are 6220 7990. One of them have 402 movment. Ok, my books lists 6220-7990 as 273N04AN. Interestingly the book has (J1280) under the 6220-7990 heading, so I'd be happy with that as the crystal! Thanks Rod! I did a search on Borel using that reference a little earlier which also stated that as the crystal. When I measured it last night with my calipers it came up as 27.0mm. None available at my usual outlets, but I’m actually happy enough with the outcome of a bit of polishing. Very useful for future reference though, thanks for your assistance as always. |
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Post by pip on Nov 24, 2017 2:43:09 GMT -8
Ok, my books lists 6220-7990 as 273N04AN. Interestingly the book has (J1280) under the 6220-7990 heading, so I'd be happy with that as the crystal! Thanks Rod! I did a search on Borel using that reference a little earlier which also stated that as the crystal. When I measured it last night with my calipers it came up as 27.0mm. None available at my usual outlets, but I’m actually happy enough with the outcome of a bit of polishing. Very useful for future reference though, thanks for your assistance as always. Does that mean the ref is wrong then Nick as that indicates 27.3mm doesn’t it? By the way, in your manor this morning, have a mtg in Sittingbourne but on orders to go straight back afterwards as there’s an event at my sons school I’m expected at  Maybe next time I can plan it better. |
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Post by leffemonster on Nov 25, 2017 15:18:35 GMT -8
Thanks Rod! I did a search on Borel using that reference a little earlier which also stated that as the crystal. When I measured it last night with my calipers it came up as 27.0mm. None available at my usual outlets, but I’m actually happy enough with the outcome of a bit of polishing. Very useful for future reference though, thanks for your assistance as always. Does that mean the ref is wrong then Nick as that indicates 27.3mm doesn’t it? By the way, in your manor this morning, have a mtg in Sittingbourne but on orders to go straight back afterwards as there’s an event at my sons school I’m expected at Maybe next time I can plan it better. Might be me measuring it wrong Phil, can’t remember if I zeroed the calipers or not. It’s fitted now so I’ll leave it as it is. |
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Post by Myles on Nov 27, 2017 18:02:30 GMT -8
That's a beautiful watch! Now treat yourself to a period-correct Prince Skyline to go along with it!  |
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Post by suntzu on Apr 20, 2020 13:07:25 GMT -8
Adoro questo design ... Holy thread resurrection Batman!
I have this exact Skyliner that is being serviced and Zaratsu polished in Poland.
I have looked for old advertisements for these and want to know what kind of bracelet/strap came on it originally.
Do you, or anyone else happen to know?
I'd like to have it look factory.
Thanks.
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Post by peenemunde on Jan 18, 2023 10:57:48 GMT -8
I believe it had a leather strap
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Post by inboost on Jan 18, 2023 11:24:44 GMT -8
May have come back from the dead, but since I've never seen it I've enjoyed the resurrection!
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Post by leffemonster on Jan 18, 2023 11:52:35 GMT -8
May have come back from the dead, but since I've never seen it I've enjoyed the resurrection!
That begs the question leffemonster , how is it doing these days? No idea - I moved it on a long time ago! |
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