Grammar of Style: 1971 King Seiko KS Hi-Beat Gold Medallion 25 Jewels (Ref. 5626-7110)
This serviced Rare Vintage 1971 King Seiko KS Hi-Beat Ref. 5626-7110 represents a historic pinnacle of Suwa Seikosha's engineering, embodying the sharp, aggressive "Grammar of Design" philosophy that defined the brand's elite era. It is driven by the highly regarded 25-jewel Caliber 5626 automatic movement, a legendary high-frequency engine operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour. This caliber was built to compete at the highest levels of chronometric precision, offering a remarkably smooth sweep of the second hand and a technical sophistication that made King Seiko a legendary rival to Grand Seiko.
Having undergone a comprehensive mechanical service, the caliber operates with optimal efficiency, providing the seamless automatic winding performance, hacking function, and accuracy that established the line's prestige. The classic silver sunburst dial has been professionally restored to reclaim its original executive brilliance, ensuring the sharp applied indices, razor-edged dauphine hands, and cleanly framed day-date calendar window stand out with pristine clarity. This careful restoration preserves the watch's understated luxury while capturing light across the face with dynamic, mirrored precision.
The stainless steel case is beautifully preserved, retaining its original factory geometry with the powerful, sharp-edged lug architecture characteristic of the refined 7110-series profile. A standout feature of this specific specimen is the original King Seiko gold medallion embedded on the caseback, which remains remarkably well-preserved as a mark of its premium status. Every critical component of the watch head—including the original case, crystal, gold medallion, and KS-signed crown—is factory-correct to guarantee total collector-grade integrity. It comes paired with a premium black leather strap.
Collectors fiercely pursue the 5626-7110 for its exceptional build quality, daily practicality with its full day-date complication, and its significant role in the golden age of Japanese high-end watchmaking. This 1971 specimen provides a perfect balance of technical sophistication and refined beauty.
💵 Price: $465 + $40 shipping (via USPS/Singapore Post)
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