1983 Seiko 7A28-7090 Yacht Timer Chronograph
"Holy Grail" of 7A28 Seiko
$2500.00
Out of stock
Though we typically only offer vintage mechanical watches, it’s hard to ignore the allure of a quartz watch that started a revolution. At a time when quartz meant LCD displays and designs so far removed from tradition that they were hardly recognizable as wrist watches, Seiko took a step backwards in order to bring watch design forward.
The 7A28 was the worlds first analog quartz chronograph, and to say they got it right is an understatement. The 7A28 is a 15 jewel movement devoid of a single piece of plastic. It can be regulated to dial in performance and was built in a way that allowed for the replacement of worn components. The same can’t be said for most of the quartz movements seen even today.
It featured distinct hooded lugs and the signature button layout of the Seiko 7Axx series chronographs: chronograph start and stop at 2, reset at 4, crown at 8 and another one at 10.
In the last couple of years, collectability for these 7A28 models has begun to skyrocket, and it’s easy to see why.
When you ask Seiko people about the top vintage pieces they’d like to own, a host of divers, chronographs, Grand and Seiko’s will certainly make their way to the list, but the Yacht Timer almost always finds its way in there. Specifically designed for regatta racing, this "Yacht Timer" variant stands out with its minimalist, clinical aesthetic, featuring a stark white dial and vibrant blue and red sub-registers for high visibility on the water. Unlike other 7A28 models, it lacks a tachymeter scale, favoring a clean, functional bezel and a unique "pusher" layout designed for easy timing.
Its 15-jewel, all-metal gear movement is renowned for its durability and extreme precision, making it a highly coveted "grail" watch for vintage Seiko collectors today.
Condition:
Overall this watch is in excellent condition which just some minor surface scratches visible at high magnification on the case. The dial and hands are perfect and the glass scratch-free.
The movement has been fully serviced by our Watchmaker who specializes in Seiko watches. A new battery and case back gasket have been installed. All functions work as they should and the second hand re-sets correctly (an issue with un-serviced models).
Specifications:
Diameter: 38.5mm
Lugs: 20mm
Production Date: April 1983
Strap: Matching blue "Swiss Tropic" rubber strap
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