Seiko King Quartz

This rear loading 8110 model of the 48xx series quartz movements is a revised “B” variant with smaller battery. This does away with the battery bump-out of the “A” variant. Regardless of this small design revision, the 4823B has the same construction and heft; full metal main plate and bridges, full train of wheels and jeweled seconds jumper. The watch feels very substantial on wrist; similar if not more than its mechanical counterparts. Dial and hand finishing are excellent and a good reminder that early quartz models were some of the expensive in Seiko’s catalogue at the time. The watch case and original bracelet have been well loved with plenty of scuffs, however the original high polished finish along the sides is still bright and the brushing along the top is well preserved. While the warm grey dial could be considered a bit 70s, the oyster style case, 3-link bracelet and thin elegant hands give it a timeless, if not contemporary look. The dial has a blemish at the 3 O’clock where the paint has come away, and some small dots around the center which are not too noticeable without magnification.

This is an excellent everyday wearer. It has a very functional day and date calendar and the quartz movement will remain accurate for months without adjustment. Set it and forget it.

Inner dial retaining ring not included. Will include on request if available. Why?

Sternkreuz High Quality Mineral Crystal: This crystal is dimensionally the same as the original, depleted Seiko OEM crystal.

• Quartz Movement

• “B” Variation Movement with smaller battery

• 7 Jewels

• Hacking

• Day/Date Calendar

• Kanji/English Calendar

• Quickset Day/Date

• Signed Crown

• KQ Signed Bracelet

• Time Setting: Second hand Jumps to the Nearest 10 marker

• Jeweled Seconds Jumper to Mitigate Seconds “Bounce”

• Quiet ticks

• Quick Change Battery Door

Average Deviation:

±10 seconds/month