{"product_id":"seikosha-aufzugswelle-winding-stem-fur-morris-type-10-モリス型-fruhe-seiko-armbanduhrwerke-1920er-1940er-einzelstuck-1-stuck-nos","title":"SEIKOSHA – Winding Stem for \"Morris Type\" 10 (モリス型) – early Seiko wristwatch movements 1920s–1940s (1 Piece) – NOS","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWinding stem (巻真) from new old stock (NOS) for the early Seikosha wristwatch movements of the so-called \"Morris Type\" (モリス型), size 10. Offered is a single piece, taken from an original workshop package (\"WINDING STEMS – 1 DZ.\", i.e., one dozen), which is marked by hand in the \"FOR\" field with the movement family and type size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBehind the name \"Morris Type\" lies one of the most interesting episodes of early Japanese watchmaking. More accurately, it should be \"Moeris Type\": Seikosha developed this movement family in the 1920s, based on the constructive model of calibers from the Swiss manufacturer Moeris. In Japanese, this became モリス型, which Western dealers still mostly render as \"Morris Type.\" Whether it is a copy in the strict sense or an independent development based on the Swiss model cannot be conclusively clarified due to a lack of reliable movement documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe numbers 8, 9, and 10 primarily denote the movement size, not a model generation or quality level: Type 9 appeared from about 1924 with approximately 21 mm, Type 10 from about 1926 with a slightly larger diameter, and Type 8 from about 1927 – a documented example measures 19.5 mm. Common features include manual winding, small seconds at 6 o'clock, and versions with 7, 10, or 15 jewels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThese movements were offered over a long period in very diverse cases and with a variety of dials; therefore, a uniform \"Morris series\" with a complete model catalog does not exist. Typical features include small cases of about 24 to 30 mm, wire lugs, enamel or metal dials, blued hands, and sometimes two-tone sector dials. Dials and movements may bear designations such as SEIKO, SEIKOSHA, or SEIKOSHA PRECISION, as well as trade names like Nation – at the time, dealers and watchmakers often combined components from different origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHistorically, these watches are of considerable importance: in 1924, the first watch with the brand name SEIKO appeared. The Moeris-based movements subsequently formed a significant part of Seikosha's early industrial wristwatch production and, in a sense, mark the link between the Laurel of 1913 and the independently developed post-war calibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe winding stem transmits power from the crown to the winding wheel and, via the setting lever detent, controls the change between winding and hand-setting positions. It is one of the most heavily stressed components of a mechanical watch; a broken threaded end or a worn-out square will stop an otherwise intact movement. For watches of this age, replacements can practically only be obtained from old stock or donor movements – original NOS stems for the early Seikosha movements are accordingly rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe part is unused. Due to storage, only minor, purely visual traces may be present, which do not affect functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNote on assignment: The information regarding the movement family and type size comes from the handwritten label on the original packaging, not from a movement imprint. Since Morris-Type movements were manufactured in numerous variants, please compare before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eManufacturer: Seikosha (K. Hattori \u0026amp; Co., Japan).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty (used)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an original part (NOS) stored for decades. The limitation period for claims for defects (statutory warranty) is 12 months from delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore installation, please compare the stem dimensions and fit with the required winding stem; assembly should be carried out professionally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage \u0026 JDM (Japan Domestic Market)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54269840621906,"sku":null,"price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/3908\/0530\/files\/CBDDBB2D-C249-4775-9C5E-EAB333007F92.jpg?v=1786793593","url":"https:\/\/japanese-microbrands.com\/en\/products\/seikosha-aufzugswelle-winding-stem-fur-morris-type-10-%e3%83%a2%e3%83%aa%e3%82%b9%e5%9e%8b-fruhe-seiko-armbanduhrwerke-1920er-1940er-einzelstuck-1-stuck-nos","provider":"Japanese Microbrands - Mario Lenke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}