{"product_id":"seiko-precision-japanische-bahn-dienstuhr-mit-second-setting-mechanismus-showa-33-1958","title":"Seiko Precision Japanese Railway Service Watch with Second-Setting Mechanism (Shōwa 33 \/ 1958)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"675\"\u003eAuthentic Japanese National Railways (\"Kokutetsu\" 国鉄) pocket watch with \u003cstrong data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"663\"\u003esecond setting\u003c\/strong\u003e mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eIntroduction \u0026amp; Historical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eThis pocket watch is an exceptional testament to Japanese timekeeping in operational service: a \u003cstrong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eSeiko Precision (Seikosha)\u003c\/strong\u003e instrument, expressly issued in 1958 (昭和33 \/ Shōwa 33) for service with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eJapanese National Railways (国鉄 Kokutetsu)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eIn 1950s Japan, the railway network was already a pulsating lifeline. Trains had to run precisely on the second, staff had to work synchronously – and this required precise, reliable watches that could withstand the high operational demands. This watch was \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003enot sold as a mass \"everyday watch\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, but as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003etool for rhythmic, operational time organization\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eArea of Use \u0026amp; Technical Feature – Second Setting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eThe so-called \u003cstrong data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003e“second setting” mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e was not a gimmick, but a functional feature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eIt allows the watch to be \u003cstrong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003eset to the exact second\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eEnabling staff to precisely synchronize the watch with a time reference signal,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003eImportant for accurate timetable work, reporting, and operational handovers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn contrast to many civilian pocket watches of that era, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1886\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003esynchronicity was constructively prioritized over comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e – a reason why railway watch collectibles with second-setting mechanisms are particularly sought after.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eThe watch has the following engravings on its back:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003e昭33\u003c\/strong\u003e – Issue year: Shōwa 33 (1958)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e3128\u003c\/strong\u003e – Service number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003e国鉄\u003c\/strong\u003e – Japanese National Railways (Kokutetsu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003eThese engravings are clear proof of origin and make it a genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eRailway Issue Collectible\u003c\/strong\u003e — comparable to military service watches, but specifically Japanese railway-related.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eThe dial features a classic precision design with a small seconds sub-dial, fine sunburst finish, and clear legibility. The case and crown show age-related signs of wear, documenting the watch's true purpose as a working instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003eTechnical Data \u0026amp; Measurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko \/ Seikosha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision Railway Pocket Watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2773\"\u003eIssue Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shōwa 33 (1958)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003eEngraving:\u003c\/strong\u003e 国鉄 (Kokutetsu), service number, issue year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2900\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2865\"\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, small seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2946\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003eSpecial:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"2944\"\u003eSecond Setting Mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003eWinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual wind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eCase \u0026amp; Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3044\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3026\"\u003eDiameter (without crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3042\"\u003e49.8 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3096\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003eDiameter incl. crown ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003e66 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3133\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3115\"\u003eCase height:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003e14.4 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3148\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003e85 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003eThe generous pocket watch format and dominant crown ring provide a historical presence, as known to typical railway service watch wearers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3337\"\u003eCollector's Classification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3381\"\u003eWhy is this watch so rare and sought after?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3837\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3419\"\u003eGenuine service watch (Issue Watch)\u003c\/strong\u003e – no civilian version without official background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3615\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"3615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"3515\"\u003eJapanese National Railways connection\u003c\/strong\u003e – clear Kokutetsu designation makes it particularly attractive for railway and timekeeping collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3724\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3619\" data-end=\"3724\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3619\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003eSecond setting mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e – technically relevant function, not common in the vintage segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3725\" data-end=\"3837\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"3837\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"3767\"\u003eHistorical context (1950s Japan)\u003c\/strong\u003e – timekeeping as an operational tool, not just a lifestyle object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3839\" data-end=\"3963\"\u003eSuch pocket watches rarely appear on the market — especially \u003cstrong data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3962\"\u003ewith intact engravings and a functional mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3970\" data-end=\"3999\"\u003eWarranty \/ Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4031\"\u003eWarranty (used)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4034\"\u003eThis is a used item. The limitation period for warranty claims (statutory warranty) is \u003cstrong data-start=\"4158\" data-end=\"4184\"\u003e12 months from delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4391\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4198\"\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4198\" data-end=\"4201\"\u003eAs this is a vintage mechanical watch, water resistance cannot be guaranteed. 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