Seiko Time Sonar Chronograph

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SKU AS03149
SKU AS03149

Why We Love it

Why We Love It

In the late 1960's and early 1970's, Seiko was experimenting with some of the first automatic chronograph movements ever made.

Unlike the Swiss, who were creating their own automatic chronographs in the form of the Heuer-designed Chronomatic and the Zenith El Primero, Seiko - being used to producing in scale - were able to keep their costs for their chronographs more accessible through mass production. Featuring a wide variety of case and dial designs, the 1970s were very much the golden age of Seiko sports watches. 

This Reference 7015-6010 Time Sonar embodies all of the style and charm of this era of Japanese watchmaking. With its defining translucent dial revealing the inner workings of its a quick set calendar mechanism, the Time Sonar stands out in a field of impressive and colorful vintage chronograph offerings. Furthermore, the Time Sonar features a 'smoked' display back revealing the automatic-winding mechanism beating away internally - one of the first mass production wristwatches to offer such a feature!

While its Swiss contemporaries  are continually reaching higher and higher prices, vintage Seiko models such as this provide an opportunity for collectors to snatch up pieces with unparalleled watchmaking heritage and a character unlike anything else - all at an extremely accessible price point.

We've had a handful of these cool Time Sonars come through over the years, but its been awhile, so don't miss out on this one!

The Story

For over 135 years, Seiko has been cranking out innovative and impeccably engineered watches at every price point, from entry level Seiko 5s to world-class high horology pieces under the Grand Seiko brand. Underpinning Seiko's efforts has been the mass production of reliable and accurate movements capable of being paired with a wide array of case and dial configurations. 

Seiko is the piece we always go to when we go out into the field. Whether we're wearing it while hoofing it up a mountain, trudging through the wetlands in search of winged dinner, fishing for brownies or bonefish, or just getting it sandy at the beach, this piece serves a very important role as a timepiece that can take a beating while also giving us watch snobs something to wear that we can be truly proud of.

If one thing is for sure, those Japanese watchmakers perfected incredibly well-made tool watches decades ago- and at prices that make the most diehard Swiss watch fans cry out in jealousy. 

A:S Guarantee

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Our Pledge

Analog:Shift stands behind the authenticity of our products in perpetuity.

Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a one-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

International Buyers

Please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.

Shipping & Returns

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All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.

Seiko Time Sonar Chronograph

Seiko Time Sonar Chronograph

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Seiko Time Sonar Chronograph

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