Vintage SEIKO Daini lightning Logo mechanical womens gold plated watch 11-3010

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RARE Vintage SEIKO Daini "Lightning Bolt" Ladies Mechanical Watch

Classic 1970s Cocktail Design / High-Grade Seiko 11A Caliber

Elegant SGP Gold Plated Case & Bracelet / 17 Jewels Swiss-Level Precision

Highly Collectible Daini Seikosha Factory Model / Ref. 11-3010

It would be a magnificent find for any serious Seiko collector or enthusiast of vintage mid-century style

Up for sale is a genuinely rare, historically significant, and beautiful Seiko ladies mechanical wrist watch from the iconic 1970s era (Reference No. 11-3010). This refined cocktail piece features the famous and highly sought-after "Lightning Bolt" logo on both the lower dial and the stainless steel case back, identifying it as an authentic product of the legendary Daini Seikosha factory.

The watch boasts a dainty, sophisticated silhouette wrapped in luxurious SGP (Seiko Gold Plating) with a matching textured gold-plated bracelet. The clean minimalist dial is signed "Japan" and displays gorgeous gold-tone hands and hour markers. Protected by a freshly polished, crystal-clear acrylic glass, this timepiece exudes pure vintage charm. Inside beats the high-grade, in-house Seiko 11A manual-wind movement with 17 jewels - an engineering marvel of miniature mechanical horology known for its longevity and steady beat. The watch is fully serviced, running beautifully, and keeping accurate time!


DEFECTS: Good vintage condition. Shows honest cosmetic traces of use and minor hairline wear on the gold plating of the case and integrated bracelet, completely consistent with its age and giving it a wonderful authentic character. The acrylic glass has been professionally polished and looks crystal clear!


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Japan (Made in Japan)

MANUFACTURER: Seiko (Daini Seikosha Factory)


OVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale): 8


CASE

Elegant, compact SGP (Seiko Gold Plating) case with a pristine polished finish, classic snap-on stainless steel back cover.

Condition (10-point scale): 8

Inscriptions on the back cover: Seiko, 100250, SGP Back St. Steel, 11-3010, and the official Daini Seikosha "Lightning Bolt" emblem.


GLASS

Material: Acrylic Glass

Condition (10-point scale): 8-9


DIAL

100% original, elegant minimalist silvered dial. Features gold-applied stick hour plots, thin hands, the applied Seiko name script, and the iconic Daini "Lightning" factory symbol.

Condition (10-point scale): 8

Inscriptions on the dial: Seiko, [Lightning Logo], Japan


BRACELET

Bracelet fits wrists up to 6 inches in circumference!!!

Condition (10-point scale): 8 (Gentle vintage wear to the gold finish, looks stunning on the wrist)


MOVEMENT

Mechanical: Hand-winding

Caliber: Authentic In-House Seiko 11A (17 Jewels)

Features
Manual wind / Stem wind
Ultra-compact miniature high-precision construction
17 ruby functional jewels
Shock-proof balance system

Data
Brand: Seiko Instruments Inc. (Japan)
Type: Mechanical Manual-Wind
Power reserve: approx. 38 hours
Steady, reliable, and fully serviced


DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, FUNCTIONS

Width (Without crown)

0.75 inch (19.0 mm)

Width with crown

0.81 inch (20.5 mm)

Length (Lug to Lug)

1.04 inch (26.5 mm)

Depth (Thickness)

0.30 inch (7.5 mm)

Crystal Diameter

0.55x0.59 inch (14.0x15.0 mm)

Total Weight

0.60 oz (17.0 g)

Function

Hours, minutes, manual-winding mechanical timing

Country made

Japan (Made in Japan)

Dimensions of watches


HISTORY & LORE: THE LEGEND OF DAINI SEIKOSHA

The tiny stylized "Lightning Bolt" logo on the dial of this watch holds a massive significance in vintage Japanese horological history. It represents the insignia of the historic Daini Seikosha factory. Beginning in 1959, Seiko operated via a highly unusual, intense internal corporate rivalry, splitting its manufacturing power into two completely independent, competing sub-divisions: Daini Seikosha and Suwa Seikosha.

To spur innovation, both factories designed entirely distinct movements, cases, and concepts without sharing corporate secrets, competing head-to-head to win international observatory chronometer trials. Watches born from the Daini factory proudly bore the stylized lightning symbol, while the Suwa factory signed theirs with a swirl resembling a "whirlwind" or "typhoon." This internal battle birthed some of Seiko's absolute greatest historic calibers. This specific cocktail timepiece stands as a classic, rare physical artifact of that legendary golden era of Japanese engineering, boasting a masterfully crafted in-house caliber 11A movement built entirely under Daini's uncompromising supervision.

RECOMMENDATIONS

All Antique and vintage watches are mechanical. Repairs require precision, so please handle this historical artifact with care.

  • Vintage mechanical watches should not be beaten or dropped - shocks can damage the balance staff.
  • Vintage watches are generally NOT waterproof. Protect your timekeeper from direct contact with water, heavy rain, or high humidity.
  • If your watch becomes wet it should be dried off quickly. Carefully open all covers and use a hair drier to blow dry the movement, dial, covers, crown. This will reduce the amount of rust.
  • Winding any mechanical watch tight may break the mainspring. Stop winding as soon as you feel the natural resistance tightening up.
  • When adjusting the hands of your watch, move them in a clockwise direction only to prevent stress on the gear train.
  • Every 2-3 years it is recommended to service, clean, and oil vintage watches to keep them running accurately for decades to come.
  • Keep your watch away from strong magnetic fields (large speakers, modern computers, magnets) since magnetic exposure can alter the balance spring performance.
  • Most Cases and Covers are fine components and will not handle abuse well. The watch should not be shaken, beaten, or stressed.
  • Vintage mechanical watches naturally experience a daily deviation error of up to a few minutes. An accuracy of +/- 3 to 5 minutes a day is considered excellent for a classic timepiece.

PAYMENT

  1. Total amount due includes the final item price plus Shipping.
  2. Shipping charges are determined based upon the destination address. Please note that buyers are responsible for any applicable local customs procedures.

SHIPPING

We ship worldwide! This item will be securely packed and dispatched to you from Europe (Ukraine) via registered international airmail, complete with a tracking number and insurance coverage. Shipments are processed within 1-3 business days after payment clears.

Typical Delivery Timeframes:

  • European Countries: approximately 7-10 days;
  • USA, Canada, Japan & others: approximately 10-14 days.

NOTE: Actual delivery speeds depend heavily on your local customs handling and postal services. Rest assured, we pack all items with extreme care to guarantee they reach your doorstep in perfect condition!

RETURNS/REFUNDS

We accept returns in compliance with standard platform terms. Items must be returned in their original vintage condition as received. Return shipping costs are to be covered by the Buyer.

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