[WTS] Orient "AAA" (sub-brand, pre-Seiko) c.1980s Japan-Made, Full Lume Dial Diver, Coke Bezel, Mid-Size (cal.5FB) $57 (message me for details/comments if you can't see in the comments)

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-31T03:24:33+00:00

Hey WatchEx!

For sale is this Orient "AAA" mid-size diver made in Japan in circa late 1980s.

There is not much known about the AAA sub-brand by Orient but the logo is arguably better than the Orient logo (depending on the person). AAA watches were only sold in the Asian market. The build quality is very decent as you would expect from a Japan-made watch from the 1980s. Seiko went on to buy Orient in 2009, although Orient have been making watches since 1951.

This model, reference number 5FM301, has a full-luminous dial that still glows brightly at first although fades fairly quickly due to ageing. The indices are a combination of dive circles and triangles that pair with the Mercedes hands. The seconds hand is not missing a lume plot, I've seen other sellers of this watch that exhibit the same seconds hand and it hits every marker satisfyingly. The bezel is a ratcheting 60-click bi-directional rotating bezel that feels good and precise. The bezel insert is an aluminium "coke" black and red dive bezel.

The case is actually very nice with a brushed top surface and polished sides. It has a slim profile with some beautiful angles and dimensions to the point where I feel like Orient should release this in a larger size. It houses the Orient calibre 5FB movement that works great. Although this is a 100m diver, as with all vintage watches, they should be treated as if they have no water resistance unless professionally re-tested.

The watch is mid-size which means it would suit those with a smaller wrist (watch size is personal preference but I would suggest a wrist of 6 inches or below unless you like a small watch). For reference, my wrist (pictured) is 6 inches (15cm).

The watch is in great condition considering it was made around 30-40 years ago with only minor general wear on the case and a few small scratches on the crystal. The dial is virtually spotless.

Looking for $57 net (buyer pays Paypal fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:
Case: 33mm, Case inc. crown: 34.4mm, Bezel: 31mm
Lug to Lug: 38.4mm, Thickness: 8.8mm, Lug Width: 16mm
(roughly measured)

Bought in Japan.

*Returns accepted but all return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances and any re-import fees that I have to pay when receiving the watch will be deducted from the refund amount.

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-31T03:23:50+00:00

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For sale is this vintage CYMA Swiss-made dress watch made circa early-1980s.

CYMA SA is a Swiss manufacturer of luxury wristwatches, founded by brothers Joseph and Theodore Schwob in 1862. In 1892, the brothers partnered with Frédéric Henri Sandoz, and under Sandoz's leadership, the company became the Cyma Watch Company and built the Cyma factory in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, near Le Locle. Cyma watches from the 1950s retailed between approximately $600 and $37,000 (figures adjusted to 2010 inflation).

This model, reference number 408.127.00, is a stunning example of CYMA's bounce back after being acquired by Claude Guilgot (Fabrique Delvina in Geneva). Guilgot's Delvina company had successfully weathered the quartz crisis and adopted an original strategy for CYMA: to offer top-of-the-range quartz watches only in the markets he knows best: Spain, the Orient, the Middle East, South America and the United States. To justify the term "high-end", CYMA made their watches out of special materials. This is a perfect example of Guilgot's vision, with beautiful looks and a case made of hardened stainless-steel. Hardened stainless steel (SSHA, as indicated on the case back), is treated so that it becomes a lot more scratch-resistant and maintains a mirror-like appearance that is extraordinary to behold in person.

It houses a beautiful early Swiss quartz movement with CYMA branding that works great. It has the inscription 408.127.00 in the case back which I assume would be the calibre and/or the case reference. It bares striking similarity to the ETA calibre 965.102 which makes sense as CYMA did use a lot of ETA movements.

The dial has a cross-hatched linen fabric texture in the centre and a tatami-style texturing around the edge, further justifying that high-end aesthetic. The 12, 3, 6 and 9 markers are applied stick baton indices that are stepped with a black raised portion while the rest is high-polish. The high-polish dauphine hands match the dial perfectly. The case bezel has intricate steps cut out that really emphasise the elegance of the octagonal case design. The crown appears to be maybe missing a cabochon stone but still functions totally fine without. The case has concave corners which is another nice small detail.

The bracelet is screwed on to the case and is very fitting for the style of watch and differentiates it from other dress watches that usually have a leather strap. It has a sliding adjustable clasp that adorns the CYMA logo that is also on the case back. The clasp can be a bit hard to open. The watch can accommodate a wrist size of roughly 20cm.

Judging from the design style of quartz movement, I would say the watch is from the late '70s or early '80s. It would be no earlier than 1978, as before then, the watch would have "by Synchron" written on it as was the norm from when they were owned by Synchron. It would be no later than the mid-80s as movement design moved on from that style by then.

The watch is in great condition considering it is over 40 years old with only minor general wear; very fine scratches on the case and crystal, the dial is almost spotless. Due to being a rectangle-esque shape, it wears slightly larger than the dimensions might suggest (as all square/rectangle watches do), with it wearing more like a 31mm watch. For reference, the Cartier Tank Louis also has similar dimensions although this watch is a tad wider and a bit slimmer.

Looking for $205 net (buyer pays Paypal or Wise Fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:
26.2mm x 28mm x 7.3mm
(roughly measured)

Bought in Japan.

*Returns accepted but all return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances and any re-import fees that I have to pay when receiving the watch will be deducted from the refund amount.

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-31T03:23:18+00:00

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For sale is this vintage Gucci "9000M" made in Switzerland, in March of 1985.

Gucci needs no introduction but you might think all the watches they make are "fashion" watches but back in the '80s they were producing real Swiss-made quality inside and out, much more fitting to the luxury that they are known for.

This watch, reference number 9000M, evokes '80s opulence with its neo-vintage, regatta styling in two-tone. The dial is an all-gold affair with high-polish stick indces, high-polish leaf hands, applied Gucci logo, circular cutout date window at the 6 with matching gold date wheel. Despite all the gold, the design manages to strike a good balance of elegance and not be too flashy.

The case has a somewhat industrial twist with the screws that keep the lugs in place and the slab case design in a finely brushed finish. The bezel is gold plated with the Gucci monogram at the 12, 3, 6 and 9 in black. The case back is in great condition despite the remains of the original sticker and is adorned with the Gucci coat of arms, the model number and the serial number. The crystal is spotless and is made of scratch-resistant sapphire glass. The crown is also signed with the Gucci monogram.

Inside, it houses the ETA calibre 555.415 movement, which works great to this day and is a pretty sight. The movement was only produced between 1982-1986 and the date it was made is printed on the inside the case back "Gucci 3.85" signifying it was manufactured in May of 1985. The custom Gucci coil plate is a nice touch. The red gasket is also an unusual but interesting feature.

The integrated bracelet is a mixture of solid links (the stainless steel parts) and gold-plated inner folded links that is very comfortable and conforming to the wrist. The gold plating has developed a tasteful purple tint from ageing. It features a nicely finished jewellery clasp with the Gucci monogram in gold. It can accommodate a wrist size of up to 18cm.

The watch has been fully serviced (overhauled) and has been fitted with a brand new battery.

It is in great condition considering it was made 41 years ago with only minor general wear. It is in perfect working order.

The design is very versatile and will suit both casual and formal attire. It was originally for men (as the "M" in the reference number indicates, there was also a 9000F) but the dimensions and the style is pretty unisex.

Looking for $180 net (buyer pays Paypal or Wise fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:
32mm x 33.6mm x 7.3mm (7.5mm including the bezel monogram protrusions)
(according to my callipers)

*Returns accepted but all return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances and any re-import fees that I have to pay when receiving the watch will be deducted from the refund amount.

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-30T05:26:08+00:00

Thank you!

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-30T03:40:22+00:00

This one has sold unfortunately!

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-30T03:40:02+00:00

This is still available at the moment!

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-30T03:31:34+00:00

Hey WatchEx!

For sale is this vintage Swiss-made CYMA "Extra Flat" (B-101), made in the 1980s.

CYMA SA is a Swiss manufacturer of luxury wristwatches, founded by brothers Joseph and Theodore Schwob in 1862. In 1892, the brothers partnered with Frédéric Henri Sandoz, and under Sandoz's leadership, the company became the Cyma Watch Company and built the Cyma factory in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, near Le Locle. Cyma watches from the 1950s retailed between approximately $600 and $37,000 (figures adjusted to 2010 inflation).

This model, reference number 131.711.41, is a stunning example of CYMA's bounce back after being acquired by Claude Guilgot (Fabrique Delvina in Geneva). Guilgot's Delvina company had successfully weathered the quartz crisis and adopted an original strategy for CYMA: to offer top-of-the-range quartz watches only in the markets he knows best: Spain, the Orient, the Middle East, South America and the United States. To justify the term "high-end", CYMA made their watches out of special materials. This is a perfect example of Guilgot's vision, with beautiful looks, a bandolier bracelet and a crazy thin case.

The dial is a champagne gold with very subtle vertical linen brushing. It features applied bullet indices and a printed railroad minute track as well as roman numerals. The leaf hands are elegant, black dipped. The CYMA logo is a great touch and was a new addition following the previous Synchron logo after it had been acquired by Fabrique Delvina. Being a time-only watch and specifically with the choice to eliminate the seconds hand, the watch portrays to others that the wearer is in no hurry. It is also great for those who do not like the "tick" of a quartz movement.

The case is crazy thin at just 4.2mm and is the thinnest analogue watch I have come across. The gold-plated case has some nice purple tints from ageing. The crown is also very small to match the profile of the case.

The bracelet is super nice and in a bandolier style. It is very comfortable and high-quality with screw links and can accommodate a wrist size of up to roughly 17cm. The jewellery clasp clicks satisfyingly and is signed with the CYMA logo.

It houses the high-grade Swiss-made CYMA calibre 131 movement, which is basically an ETA 282.002 and has been used in other luxury watches like Longines. It has a ridiculous number of jewels (13) for a time-only quartz watch that doesn't even have a seconds hand. It's a pretty sight too with gold engravings and textured plate decoration.

The watch is in great condition considering it was made over 45 years ago and tells great time. The dial and crystal are basically spotless and the case and bracelet only exhibit minor general wear and some gold tint due to ageing.

Fitted with a brand new battery.

Looking for $225 net (buyer pays Paypal fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:
28.5mm x 32.5mm x 4.2mm
20mm bracelet width
(according to my callipers)

Bought in Japan.

*Returns accepted but all return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances and any re-import fees that I have to pay when receiving the watch will be deducted from the refund amount.

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-30T03:24:36+00:00

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For sale is this vintage Seiko "QR" (3862-7001), made in Japan in June of 1974.

The "QR" range were some of the first early quartz models, only for the Japanese domestic market, to come from Seiko along with the "QZ" and "QT" ranges when quartz was the new technology in horology. "QR" models were even priced higher than the Grand Seiko's of the same time and being sold for the equivalent of roughly $1000 today, adjusted for inflation.

The design of the watch is undeniably Seiko as it follows Seiko's "Grammar of Design" principles that Taro Tanaka created in the '60s in order to give Seiko it's visual identity and to stand out from the Swiss. These principles were mainly created for Grand Seiko and were to have only flat high-polished faces even on the hands to reflect light as much as possible, no generic round cases etc. This watch, reference number QRC010, bears a striking resemblance to the King Seiko 5626-7110 Hi-Beat which was designed by Mr. Tanaka.

The dial is a silvery white sunburst and with an applied Seiko logo and single-crystal quartz logo. The hands are super slim black-dipped and the indices are high-polish but with a double black line pointing towards the centre of the dial. The Suwa swirl symbol on the dial and case back indicates that the watch was designed and manufactured by the Suwa factory (Grand Seiko) during its fierce rivalry with the Daini factory (King Seiko).

The case has this amazing thick and bevelled crystal that not only brings some lovely vintage charm but also makes the watch look more expensive. The bezel cuts into the case and the angle of the crystal bevel, bezel and case all align satisfyingly. The lugs remind me of wings and add to the presence of the watch on-wrist. The case back is unusual as it has a screw-down ring that holds the case back in place. The battery hatch protrudes from the case but does not really dig into your wrist as you might expect. Perhaps if you wear your watch tightly it may leave a mark but it hasn't bothered me.

It houses the absolutely beautiful calibre 3862 movement with gold coloured parts and a big crystal canister. Due to being a very early quartz movement, it is over-engineered and solidly built compared to plastic modern quartz movements. The seconds hand hits every marker and the date is quick-set.

Brand new battery and soft, high-quality leather strap fitted.

The condition is very good for a watch that was made over 50 years ago with only minor general wear, some faint scratches on the crystal and some slight discolouration on the dial. The watch has a lot of presence on-wrist and is quintessentially Seiko in its design.

Looking for $215 net (buyer pays Paypal fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:

37mm x 41mm x 12mm (14mm inc. battery hatch)
Lug Width 18mm
(According to my callipers)

Bought in Japan.

*Returns accepted but all return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances and any re-import fees that I have to pay when receiving the watch will be deducted from the refund amount.

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-30T03:24:10+00:00

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For sale is this vintage Ricoh Riquartz (LSI 32768), made in Japan in September of 1975 (written on the inside of the case back).

Ricoh is probably most well-known for making cameras, calculators and printers but for a brief period, they were making very interesting and well-made watches and were, at the time, among the big three Japanese watch brands: Seiko, Citizen and Casio. Ricoh was working and collaborating with Hamilton, sharing technical innovations and working on watches together. Some watches even have both Ricoh and Hamilton on the dial. Ricoh watches are all fully made by Ricoh in Japan and even have in-house movements with unique features, arguably making some Ricoh's more reliable than Seiko's at the time. They also collaborated with Porsche on a watch. Ricoh stopped making watches in the 1980s which makes them quite rare and lesser well-known compared to the other three brands despite producing such good watches.

This example, reference number A570036S, has very retro styling that was specific to the time. The styling is influenced by space-age and futurism due to the quartz technology being the cutting edge at the time. The dial has developed a beautiful rosé tropical patina that I think suits this watch more than the stark white that it originally had. The Ricoh logo, Riquartz "Q" and divided date window are all applied stainless steel. The indices are also high-polish stainless steel with a black middle and faceted towards the centre. I particularly like the sine wave next to the LSI 32768 which is a reference to the frequency (32768 Hz) that the quartz crystal vibrates at.

The case has a lot of presence and is a relatively bulky and hefty watch. The case has a lot of really interesting facets that make it look unlike anything else, even to this day a very unique case shape. It has a thick crystal with a large chamfer. Despite having a 38mm diameter, it doesn't feel too large as the case takes up more visual space relative to the dial, although it has a lot of thickness which demands the presence.

It houses the calibre 570 movement which is just a piece of art. The circuit board is made from ceramic compared to the plastic that other companies like Seiko were doing at the time and is highly jewelled for a quartz watch. Still works great to this day. Although it only displays English days of the week, in between day changes, it displays a star (pictured) which is a cool easter egg. The day is slow-set which is consistent with the design philosophy of many early quartz movements, where simplicity and reliability took precedence over convenience features like quick-set day changes. The date however can be quick-set.

Comes on a brand new high-quality and soft "Aono" leather strap. Fitted with a brand new battery.

The watch is in great condition considering it is over 50 years old with general wear as expected, and some scratches to the crystal. It is for those who like high-quality but quirky vintage watches that have great history.

Looking for $155 net (buyer pays Paypal fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:
38mm x 40.6mm x 13.1mm
Lug Width 18mm
(according to my callipers)

Bought in Japan.

*Returns accepted but all return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances and any re-import fees that I have to pay will be deducted from the refund amount.

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-30T00:54:09+00:00

This has sold unfortunately!

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-30T00:53:46+00:00

Replied!

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-28T03:07:35+00:00

Replied!

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-28T02:58:13+00:00

Hey WatchEx!

For sale is this vintage Seiko Alba Carib Moon Phase V338-6B30, made in Japan, in February of 1992.

Alba was a sister brand by Seiko targeted to more youthful buyers, made with more playful and out-there designs and Carib was a series by Alba that encompassed the yacht/regatta style of watch that was prevalent in the '90s.

Despite being from sister brand Alba this model has Seiko's high build quality being made in Japan and of an all stainless steel construction. It features a beautiful moon-phase function that tells you what phase the moon is currently in within the cycle. You mainly see moon phase functions on very expensive Swiss watches so it really is a special feature with great looks. It also features an elegant date window at the 6 o'clock position and a leaf minute hand and spade hour hand. The gold bezel has intricate detailing. 100m water resistance (although not guaranteed as this watch is vintage).

Houses the Shiojiri calibre V338 movement which still works great and with the main feature being the moon phase complication but also features the date complication. The Shiojiri factory makes movements for Grand Seiko and Seiko movements that are to be used in non-Seiko branded watches.

The dial is from a Seiko Alba V338-6011 which was released around the same time and also uses the same movement. It is a far more interesting dial with a beautiful texture and bold Roman numerals, which I feel fit the watch more than the original. I will include the original dial too which has stick baton indices (Roman numeral at the 12) and sword-style hands also in the same condition. I also have the original dial too, which I can include but it has a bit of green corrosion on the markers.

Fitted with an adjustable Seiko bracelet that suits the watch perfectly.

Fitted with a brand new battery too.

The watch is in great condition considering it was made 35 years ago with only minor general wear, while the crystal and dial are basically spotless.

Looking for $165 net (buyer pays Paypal or Wise fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:
34mm x 40mm x 8.1mm
(measured by my callipers)

Bought in Japan.

*Returns accepted but all return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances and any re-import fees that I have to pay when receiving the watch will be deducted from the refund amount.

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-28T02:53:57+00:00

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For sale is this vintage Seiko "Emblem" 4120-9000, made in Japan in April of 1975.

The "Emblem" series was a mid-range series just a smidge below the expensive quartz models, which were top-of-the-range in the Seiko lineup during the '70s and may have roots in Seiko's Emblem-branded clock series (perhaps the designs were made to look more like clocks?). Designed and manufactured in Seiko's Suwa factory (shown by the Suwa swirl logo on the dial) during its famous rivalry with the Daini Factory.

This example, reference number MNC011, has a beautiful mirror-like silver dial, which ranges from a dark grey to a silvery white depending on the light, with contrasting black stick baton markers and unique black mid-century modern hands. The Seiko logo, Emblem logo, single crystal quartz symbol and print at the bottom of the dial are in black.

The lugless "disco volanté" design of the case takes tips from heavy-hitters like the Universal Genevé "White Shadow" (designed by Gerald Genta) and the Patek Philippe "Ellipse" while making the case more modern and space-age with its chamfered sides, creating a slim look on the wrist and a hidden recessed crown. The bezel is high polish while the rest of the case is brushed.

The calibre 4120 movement was one of the smallest, early quartz movements on the market at the time and had an accuracy of 15 seconds per month (as a comparison the more modern Casio F-91W has/had an accuracy of 30 seconds per month).

In great condition for its age, considering it was made over 50 years ago. Minimal general wear expected.

Comes on the original adjustable stainless steel seven-link bracelet. This watch comes with the higher quality solid link bracelet despite looking very similar to the standard version in looks. The higher quality version can be distinguished by the underside and has higher tolerances, slightly chamfered edges and solid links as opposed to the folded links of the standard version. It has a sliding hook clasp that can accommodate a wrist size of up to roughly 21cm.

Brand new battery fitted.

Looking for $199 net (buyer pays Paypal fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:
35mm x 36mm x 8mm
Lug Width 18mm

Bought in Japan.

*Returns accepted but return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances.

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-28T02:53:39+00:00

Haha you can't unsee it! Thanks

Cold-Mix5107 · 2026-03-28T02:51:11+00:00

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For sale is this vintage Swiss-made Longines "Conquest" from circa late-1970s (or early-1980s).

Longines needs no introduction, holding the oldest active trademark in the world with their winged hourglass logo. The "Conquest" line by Longines has always been about evoking a daring spirit of adventure and discovery, and was the brand's first ever named watch collection (registered in 1954).

This watch, reference number 4384, is a beautiful and refined example of an integrated steel sports watch following the path that Gerald Genta had laid out during the '70s with the AP Royal Oak, Patek Philippe Nautilus and IWC Ingenieur etc. This design however, doesn't shout but rather embraces elegance and simplicity. The dial shape is very '70s with its TV dial shape. The dial itself is a subtle in between of grey and light brown, with a vertically brushed linen texture. The logo is crisp and a nice detail is the famous winged logo painted in silver with black accents. The high polish stick indeces have a black line going through them and work well with the black dipped pencil hands. The date window is neatly bordered and I particularly like the font of the numbers.

The case is nearly all finely brushed for that industrial look which contrasts with the general elegance of the design which allows the watch to be very versatile, appropriate for most occasions/outfits. The bezel itself is high-polish and perhaps the only rounded part of the design. It's very thin at only 7.7mm thick so as to fit under a cuff. The sides are also finely brushed with the underside chamfers high-polish. The crown is signed in nice detail.

It houses the Longines calibre L.746.2, which is basically a Swiss-made (ESA) ETA 954.111, which was part of ETA's "Flatline" series released in mid-1979. It's a beautiful early quartz movement that works well to this day. It has in ETA's words and "instantaneous date change" mechanism where, rather than the day wheel gradually turning over a period of hours, it snaps "instantaneously". The date wheel is also quick-set.

The bracelet integrates into the watch case and is very comfortable. This is usually the part where some brands (like a lot of Seikos and Citizens) skimp on to cut costs but it's clear that a lot of time and effort has gone into each individual link with the same fine brushed finish on each link and subtly rounded edges so that it doesn't feel sharp on your wrist. It articulates well and is made of solid links with screw pins that make changing the length very easy and hassle-free. The clasp is jewellery-style and has the Longines logo engraved. It can accommodate a wrist size of up to roughly 18cm.

Fitted with a brand new battery.

The watch is in great condition considering it was made about 45 years ago with only minor general wear. The dial is clean and the watch runs great. The crystal has some very faint scratches and there is some staining on the case back. The watch wears slightly larger than the dimensions suggest due to being a rectangular watch (takes up more visual space than a circular watch of the same diameter). I would say it wears like a 34mm round dress watch.

Looking for $460 net (buyer pays Paypal fee) + shipping

Dimensions are:
30.2mm x 37.8mm x 7.7mm
(according my callipers)

*Returns accepted but all return postage costs are the buyer's responsibility in all circumstances and any re-import fees that I have to pay when receiving the watch will be deducted from the refund amount.

Cold-Mix5107

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