{"product_id":"takano-precision-super-19-jewels-kal-t-12-ref-14043-im-juli-2026-in-japan-komplett-revidiert","title":"Takano Precision Super 19 Jewels – Cal. T-12 – Ref. 14043 – fully serviced in Japan in July 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn the history of Japanese watches, there are a handful of names that you only get to know once you dig deeper – and then never forget. Takano is the most prominent of them. The brand existed as a watch manufacturer for less than five years, was absorbed by Ricoh in 1962, and is still referred to as a \"phantom manufacture\" in Japan today. What is offered here is not just any Takano, but the brand's top model – freshly serviced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTakano: five years that count\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTakano Seimitsu Kōgyō set out in the late 1950s with the ambition to build the thinnest Japanese wristwatches – at a time when Seiko and Citizen held a firm grip on the market with Marvel, Cronos, and Deluxe. Technically, they succeeded: Takano's movements achieved heights that the established competition initially could not match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe economic path was short. The Ise-wan Typhoon damaged production in September 1959, costing Takano a month's output with approximately 110 million yen in damages. On May 8, 1962, Ichimura Kiyoshi, president of Riken Optical, assumed the presidency; in August 1962, Takano Seimitsu Kōgyō became Ricoh Tokei Co. Ltd., which in 1986 became the still existing Ricoh Elemex Corporation. The Takano brand was discontinued in July 1962.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor collectors, this means: a very narrow production window, small quantities, and a stock that has only decreased over the past sixty years. Takano watches reach the European market almost exclusively as individual pieces sourced directly from Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eThe top model: Precision Super with Caliber T-12\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Precision Super was Takano's highest evolutionary stage. The Caliber T-12 installed here is the movement with which the manufacture fulfilled its claim – 19 jewels, manual winding, pushed to the extreme in terms of height. The dial internally bears the designation T-12632, the case back the model number 14043, and the serial number 574062.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe case back is clearly signed: \"GOLD PLATED 20 MICRONS · STAINLESS STEEL BACK\". 20 microns is a substantial plating, significantly above what was common in this price range at the time – and the reason why the case of this example still stands closed after more than sixty years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eServiced in Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe watch was completely overhauled by a Japanese watchmaker in July 2026. It is therefore ready to wear immediately and clearly stands out from the untested Takano offers found on Japanese auction platforms – for a brand for which there has been no manufacturer service or spare parts supply for sixty years, this is an argument that only becomes more important with the years. \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 is the real reason to want this watch. It works with two zones: a smooth, light center with the signature \"Takano Precision\" at 12 o'clock and \"Super \/ 19 JEWELS\" at 6 o'clock, surrounded by a finely guillochéd rim whose lines reflect the case contour. The applied gold indices are partly in the center, partly on the rim – a detail that looks different from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe square case measures 26.9 × 27 mm with a lug-to-lug of 37.6 mm; the curved glass brings the height to 11.2 mm. At 34 grams, the watch is extremely light. On the wrist, this results in a compact, strictly formal dress watch – the angular shape is a consciously chosen alternative to the round standard and wears completely inconspicuously under the cuff.\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 gold plating and dial are remarkably intact for their age. The watch comes with 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 data\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: Takano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eModel: Precision Super\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eReference\/Model Number: 14043\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDial designation: T-12632\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSerial Number: 574062\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCaliber: Takano Cal. T-12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMovement: Manual winding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eJewels: 19 Jewels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCase material: gold-plated 20 microns, stainless steel back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCase dimensions without crown: 26.9 × 27 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLug-to-Lug: 37.6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHeight: 11.2 mm (with curved glass)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLug width: 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWeight including strap: 34 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eManufacturing period: before July 1962\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eService: Overhauled in Japan in 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 collectors who want to build Japanese watch history beyond Seiko and Citizen and are looking for a brand that only existed for five years. For lovers of angular case shapes around 1960. And for anyone who wants a top model with fresh service, rather than an untested watch from a Japanese auction.\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\"\u003eAs this is a used watch, no water resistance can 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":54150789988690,"sku":"A349","price":679.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/3908\/0530\/files\/3BE60E98-4B3B-4A42-9099-9BF0679D5F42.jpg?v=1785719371","url":"https:\/\/japanese-microbrands.com\/en\/products\/takano-precision-super-19-jewels-kal-t-12-ref-14043-im-juli-2026-in-japan-komplett-revidiert","provider":"Japanese Microbrands - Mario Lenke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}