The collection of Seiko chronographs include this flyback Speed Timer. I'm told it is among the more desirable watches and a favorite among collectors. I got this one from one of my suking sellers in Japan.
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The watch has day and date features. The day wheel is in English and Kanji. There is an inner bezel that rotates with the crown in the default position.
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Side view showing the crown and chronograph buttons. The chronograph works well but the quick set for the day is usually stuck. I'll probably have this looked into soon.
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Case back showing the correct model number and the serial number. The serial number indicates the watch to have been manufactured in July 1971; making this a (almost) 50-year old watch.
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The other side view again showing the watch in great condition. The cushion case is popular and a feature of many watches during the time.
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Close-up of the dial
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An even closer look reveals the dial number, which is consistent with this model.
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Wrist shot the first time I wore the watch last December. I transferred an old leather strap to this watch which came without strap or bracelet.
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Recent wrist shot while I was going on errands.
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The watch is powered by a Cal. 7017 automatic movement that runs at 21,600 beats per hour with a potential power reserve of 43h. The caliber was made in the early 1970s and is found in other very sought-after watches from that period. I have another 7017 I have to write about soon.
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