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I was attracted to this watch by its quite beautiful crystal, with nine facets, and the striking emerald-green dial. The way that the crystal captures the light is quite lovely.
I soon learned that the Elnix was part of Seiko's venture into the world of electronic watch movements.
Not quartz; that technology was just around the corner.
These watches still used a balance-wheel and should not be confused with quartz-controlled movements or Bulova's Accutron "tuning fork" technology.
The Elnix featured here - manufactured in June 1975 - is 99% original, including (as mentioned above) the faceted crystal and also its stainless-steel bracelet made up of solid, toothed links. (The 1% non-originality is the battery - it has a new one fitted.)
The case is in very good condition and only displays natural wear marks of its 34-year life. It is undamaged.
The watch keeps time quite accurately, losing about one minute in twenty-four hours, but as I have not yet had it serviced since acquiring it, some inaccuracy is to be expected.
When held up to the ear, a high-speed metallic "chatter" can be heard - the unique signature tune of the Seiko movement.
A beautiful and technically-interesting watch that was bypassed very quickly by the quartz movement.
For more information on electronic/electric watches, see http://www.electric-watches.co.uk/
I was attracted to this watch by its quite beautiful crystal, with nine facets, and the striking emerald-green dial. The way that the crystal captures the light is quite lovely.
I soon learned that the Elnix was part of Seiko's venture into the world of electronic watch movements.
Not quartz; that technology was just around the corner.
These watches still used a balance-wheel and should not be confused with quartz-controlled movements or Bulova's Accutron "tuning fork" technology.
The Elnix featured here - manufactured in June 1975 - is 99% original, including (as mentioned above) the faceted crystal and also its stainless-steel bracelet made up of solid, toothed links. (The 1% non-originality is the battery - it has a new one fitted.)
The case is in very good condition and only displays natural wear marks of its 34-year life. It is undamaged.
The watch keeps time quite accurately, losing about one minute in twenty-four hours, but as I have not yet had it serviced since acquiring it, some inaccuracy is to be expected.
When held up to the ear, a high-speed metallic "chatter" can be heard - the unique signature tune of the Seiko movement.
A beautiful and technically-interesting watch that was bypassed very quickly by the quartz movement.
For more information on electronic/electric watches, see http://www.electric-watches.co.uk/
Hi, what battery does this watch use? What voltage?
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Many thanks,
alex
Alex, as coincidence would have it, I just replaced my battery last week!
ReplyDeleteThe replacement is a Maxell SR43W 1.55 volt.
The actual wording on the little cachet that contained the watch says (line by line):-
MAXELL
Silver Oxide Battery
SR43W
386
1.55V
I hope this helps you.
I'd like to know what the lift angle is & if it's even considered to have one since it's electronic.
ReplyDeleteAny takers would be greatly appreciated!