After its introduction in 1964, Seiko’s World Time could hardly be improved upon, but the engineers at Seiko wasted little time in addressing a few finer details and set to work making refinements for what would become the 6217-7000’s direct successor... the 6217-7010. It was released in 1967, and proved that Seiko could not only recapture the classic beauty of the original, but add several points of improvement in tactile design. The 7010 was fitted with a screw down case back rather than the previous “snap on” style. And, as well as luminous windows in the hands, the dial was given luminous plots just inside the markers for each hour. The crown had also been replaced with a partially recessed style that offered better protection from breaking or misalignment. The larger lugs created slightly cleaner proportions, and overall the layout and architecture was sleeker than its predecessor. This example from August of 1967 is phenomenal. The lacquered silver linen dial is unblemished with hints of copper patina beginning to develop between the markers. The 24 hour track in black and blue is crisp and free of fading or paint loss, and the “cities of the world” bezel is near perfect and can be rotated smoothly in either direction via the crown. Aside from a replacement crystal, it’s completely original and a collector’s dream. Post service it’s keeping near perfect time, and the date can be quickset with the crown in the second position. We’ve paired it with a smooth midnight blue leather with white stitching that offers a finish somewhere between the colors of the dial. A rare treat, this variant was in production for a very short time and for the “World Time” collector, it’s often the missing piece. Don’t miss this opportunity to add it to your own lineup.

CNS Premium “Midnight” Smooth Grain Leather with White Stitch

Serviced- 3/25

Diameter- 38.5mm

Lugs- 19mm