King Seiko Vanac 5626-7160 (Oktober 1972) Quarz Bezel: gold-plated base metal bezel

Bezel: gold-plated base metal bezel

screwed steel case back with engraving – Dial: anthracite

A screw-down crown also ensures increased water resistance

Ricoh gradually withdrew from watch production to focus more on the electronics and imaging sector

King Seiko Vanac 5626-7160 (Oktober 1972) Quarz Bezel: gold-plated base metal bezelThis rare King Seiko Vanac (Ref. 5626 7160) dates from October 1972 and is one of the most fascinating designs of the late King Seiko era. The Vanac line was Seiko's answer to the desire for more fashionable extravagance and architectural sophistication in the upper class of the 1970s a deliberate break with the conservative elegance of the classic King Seiko models. This particular example is in outstanding original condition , completely unpolished