{"product_id":"seiko-quartz-7n42-8260-oktober-2001-feldzifferblatt-mit-24-stunden-skala-10-bar-anfang-2026-revidiert","title":"Seiko Quartz 7N42-8260 – October 2001 – Field dial with luminous material and 24-hour scale – 10 BAR – Serviced early 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA field-dial Seiko (with luminous material on the dial) in stainless steel, 10 BAR water-resistant, with the robust quartz caliber 7N42 – and with a service document from Japan. This is the watch for when you simply need a watch that works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eDesign and Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe dial follows the classic field watch logic: large, highly legible Arabic hour numerals in black on a cream-colored background, plus a 24-hour scale on an inner ring – the display originating from military timekeeping that helps when converting between 12- and 24-hour notation. The hands are bold, and the second hand is slender. The date window is positioned between 4 and 5 o'clock. The dial is completely covered in luminous material and glows green in the dark (see photo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe case is made of stainless steel with a matte finish and sturdy, curved lugs that center the watch neatly on the wrist. The case back bears the signature \u003cstrong\u003eSEIKO · STAINLESS STEEL · WATER RESISTANT 10BAR · 7N42-8260 · MADE IN JAPAN\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as the serial number 100951, which dates the watch to October 2001.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWith a diameter of 37.5 mm, a lug-to-lug of 42.3 mm, and a height of 11.2 mm, it is exactly the right size for a field-dial watch – large enough to read, small enough for a cuff. 46 grams on the new black leather strap, 20 mm lug width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eThe Caliber 7N42\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSeiko’s 7N series is one of the most widely produced quartz movements in the world and has a reputation not built by marketing: it just runs. The 7N42 is a three-hand movement with a date display, operates at 32,768 Hz, and provides around three years of battery life. Remarkable for a utility quartz movement is the hacking function: when you pull out the crown, the second hand stops, and the watch can be set precisely to the second according to a time signal – a feature that is by no means standard in this price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eServiced\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe watch was inspected and professionally serviced in Japan in early 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe watch is in good condition with only a few signs of wear. The watch is supplied on a new black leather strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBrand: Seiko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eReference: 7N42-8260\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCaliber: Seiko 7N42\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMovement: Quartz, 32,768 Hz, hacking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFunctions: Hour, minute, second, date, 24-hour scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBattery life: approx. 3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCase material: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWater resistance from factory: 10 BAR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDiameter without crown: 37.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLug-to-lug: 42.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHeight: 11.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLug width: 20 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWeight incl. strap: 46 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSerial number: 100951\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDating: October 2001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eService: inspected and repaired in February 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStrap: new black leather strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eFor whom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor anyone looking for an uncomplicated, legible secondary watch that you can put on without a second thought. For beginners who want a Japanese watch with a service document at a clear price point. And for lovers of the field dial with a 24-hour scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWarranty (used)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is a used item. The limitation period for claims for defects (statutory warranty) is 12 months from delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eNote\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe 10 BAR rating is the manufacturer's specification for a new watch. As this is a used watch, water resistance cannot be guaranteed. To protect the movement, the watch should not come into contact with water or moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage \u0026 JDM (Japan Domestic Market)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54156256313682,"sku":"A381","price":149.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/3908\/0530\/files\/FDAD96DE-CA25-4FA7-8BE3-CF6EFE89E12F.jpg?v=1785720864","url":"https:\/\/japanese-microbrands.com\/en\/products\/seiko-quartz-7n42-8260-oktober-2001-feldzifferblatt-mit-24-stunden-skala-10-bar-anfang-2026-revidiert","provider":"Japanese Microbrands - Mario Lenke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}