Watch Summary
This 1980s Seiko 7009-3110 is a 37mm automatic mechanical watch with a champagne dial, English/Arabic day-date display and a two-tone design with gold fluted bezel.
Key Information About This Watch
This is a refurbished example. A replacement service back is fitted; its markings are not used for serial dating. Full condition and originality details are set out below.
Recorded results for this watch
- Passed the TickerWorks 48-hour run test and time check.
- Timegrapher snapshot at the time of testing: +14 seconds/day, 227° amplitude and 0.2 ms beat error.
TickerWorks® Assurance
Every TickerWorks watch is checked, tested and transparently disclosed through the TickerWorks® Assurance process before being offered for sale.
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Inspection & disclosure: Recorded condition, originality and any replacement or refurbished components are clearly disclosed.
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Timegrapher checked: Every mechanical watch is checked on a timegrapher, with amplitude and stable running prioritised over chasing a single rate figure.
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Regulation: Where appropriate, regulation is brought as close as practicable to the movement’s expected factory rate.
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48-hour run test: Every watch undergoes a 48-hour run test before being placed into stock.
Condition & Originality
TickerWorks® Parts Originality Index (POI)
A transparency measure within TickerWorks® Assurance, showing the balance between assessed originality and refurbishment across eight key components.
POI: 4.5/10
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Higher POI: More assessed original components retained — especially relevant to collectors who prioritise originality.
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Lower POI: More components replaced or refurbished — often more relevant to buyers seeking a cleaner, refreshed daily wearer.
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POI is not a condition or quality score: it simply shows the balance between originality and refurbishment.
Replacement components are selected to remain appropriate to the watch’s period and design where recorded as period-correct.
Replacement dials may use high-quality alternative colours or finishes selected for daily wear that were not necessarily offered on the original model.
Originality & Components
Original movement and case recorded. Replacement service back, dial, hands, crystal and bracelet, plus a period-correct replacement crown, functioning correctly.
Condition
Case recorded as refinished. See photographs for cosmetic condition.
Bracelet or Strap
Replacement stainless steel bracelet recorded, in new condition, full-links set.
Specifications
Brand: Seiko
Reference: 7009-3110
Period: 1980s
Movement: Automatic mechanical, calibre 7009, 17 jewels
Case size: 37mm
Dial colour: Champagne
Case back: Replacement service back fitted
Crown: Period-correct replacement crown
Bracelet/Strap: Replacement stainless steel bracelet, new condition, full-links set
Functions: Central hours, minutes and seconds; day-date display; quickset; English/Arabic day display
TickerWorks Strap & Bracelet Policy
TickerWorks may supply a replacement or period-correct bracelet or strap where the original is not available or no longer suitable for use. Any replacement is clearly stated in the description. All bracelets and straps are fitted for presentation and checked for secure attachment only.
TickerWorks does not offer bracelet adjustment services. Final sizing should be carried out by a qualified watchmaker.
Notes & Caveats
Photos form part of the description.
Water resistance is not guaranteed.
Vintage mechanical tolerance is approximately ±1 minute per day.
Temperature change, shock, positional variation and moisture ingress can affect mechanical timekeeping.
Service history is unknown unless stated.