{"product_id":"seiko-chorus-2518-0130-handaufzug-februar-1969-blaues-zifferblatt-originalarmband","title":"Seiko Chorus 2518-0130 – Manual winding – February 1969 – blue dial – Original bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA small Seiko from a model family of the 1960s that is almost forgotten today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko \u003cstrong\u003eChorus Ref. 2518-0130\u003c\/strong\u003e dates from \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary 1969\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chorus series is among the lesser-known Seiko names of that era. Unlike model families such as Seiko 5, Lord Matic, or King Seiko, \"Chorus\" later completely disappeared from the catalog – precisely why these watches are interesting testimonies to the incredibly broad Seiko model range of the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reference 2518-0130 is documented as a \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko Chorus\u003c\/strong\u003e; the caliber 2518 also belongs to the movements used for the Chorus series. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Chorus Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeiko used the name \u003cstrong\u003eChorus\u003c\/strong\u003e in the 1960s for various elegant mechanical watches, including particularly compact models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range included different hand-wound movements and equipment levels. The 2518 is a mechanical hand-wound movement; 21 jewels are documented for the Ref. 2518-0130. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes this model technically more classic than the automatic ladies' watches of the later 2206 series: the watch is wound via the crown in the morning – exactly how mechanical wristwatches were worn for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003edark blue dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the light, it changes from almost black to an intense blue. The applied light baton indices and slender hands provide a clear contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small date window is located at 3 o'clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fluted bezel is an unusual detail for such a compact watch and gives it a much more elaborate appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Seiko stainless steel bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e, which seamlessly connects to the case shape, is also preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial number is \u003cstrong\u003e920321\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn conjunction with the production period of the caliber 2518, it can be dated to \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary 1969\u003c\/strong\u003e. Other watches in the 2518 series are also documented for 1969. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is in authentic vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case and bracelet show visible signs of wear. Age-appropriate signs are also visible on the crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue dial remains very attractive and creates different color tones depending on the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA recent service is \u003cstrong\u003enot documented\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual condition is shown unretouched in the product images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chorus\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2518-0130\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 920321\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 1969\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko 2518\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical hand-wound\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJewels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 Jewels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hour, minute, central second, date\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter without crown:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.4 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.4 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.1 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight including bracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Seiko stainless steel bracelet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty (used)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a used item. The limitation period for warranty claims under statutory warranty is 12 months from delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNote on Water Resistance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo current water resistance is guaranteed for this vintage watch. Due to its age, the watch should not come into contact with water or moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Vintage \u0026 JDM (Japan Domestic Market)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54188917915986,"sku":"A396c","price":149.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/3908\/0530\/files\/DAC5E993-B314-4D95-86BC-A5CBD7EA437F.jpg?v=1786053655","url":"https:\/\/japanese-microbrands.com\/en\/products\/seiko-chorus-2518-0130-handaufzug-februar-1969-blaues-zifferblatt-originalarmband","provider":"Japanese Microbrands - Mario Lenke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}