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Vintage Seiko Quartz Superior reference 3883-7000
Vintage Seiko Quartz Superior reference 3883-7000
MLCW Collector's Take: Don't overlook vintage quartz! The 'Superior' line was priced higher than Grand Seiko in its day for a reason. The accuracy and finishing are historical milestones.
Vintage Seiko Quartz Superior reference 3883-7000. This model was a high-end luxury watch produced in the 1970s and is notable for its innovative movement and sophisticated design.
Key Features and Information
• Model and Reference: Seiko Quartz Superior, reference 3883-7000.
• Movement: It features the Caliber 3883, one of Seiko's earliest high-end, thermocompensated quartz movements, known for its exceptional accuracy of approximately ±12 seconds per year.
• Design: The watch case and bracelet are stainless steel and follow Taro Tanaka's "Grammar of Design" principles, featuring sharp, angular lines and mirror-like Zaratsu polishing for a highly refined finish.
• Dial: This specific variant has a striking white or brushed silver dial with sixty individually applied minute markers. Other versions are known for a "Morpho" or "butterfly" dial that shifts between blue and green tones depending on the light.
• Historical Context: Released in 1974, it was one of the most expensive Seiko watches available at the time, costing more than double a Grand Seiko 61GS mechanical watch.
About Midlife Crisis Watches
Midlife Crisis Watches (MLCW) is, first and foremost, a collector at heart. This storefront is a personal project dedicated to moving pieces from my private collection that aren't getting the wrist time they deserve. Because this is a fun, personal endeavor rather than a large commercial enterprise, please keep the following in mind:
• Content & Pricing: While I aim for accuracy, details or prices may occasionally need updating. Please contact me directly to confirm availability or discuss the latest price.
• Pictures: These are 100% accurate. I personally photograph every single watch listed on the site.
• Straps: The watch comes as pictured ("what you see is what you get"). However, I believe the right strap makes the watch! I have a personal collection of straps and am happy to discuss substituting or adding a strap, often for a nominal fee or even for free.
• Shipping: I ship watches the way I want to receive them. Your watch will be packed in a plastic "watch coffin" for maximum crush protection, with the dial and buckle wrapped in protective film. I typically ship via FedEx, UPS, or USPS. Shipping costs are passed through to the buyer. If you have your own shipping account, I am happy to use it. Please note: Insurance is mandatory for any shipment valued over $250.
• Payment Options: I prefer PayPal, Venmo, or Bank Wire. If you are located in the Boston or New York City areas, I am also open to cash transactions and in-person pickups.
• Boxes & Papers: Because many of these pieces were sourced via JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) sellers across Asia, full retail packaging is rare. Most will arrive in a generic black Seiko box. Note that Seiko has largely stopped shipping printed product brochures to save costs and protect the environment; these can be found easily on their website.
• As-Is Condition: What you see is what you receive. All watches leave my hands in full working order. Please note that I cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen, or transit-damaged items once they have shipped.
• Returns: Unless explicitly agreed upon prior to the sale, I cannot accept returns. Once the watch leaves my home, the transaction is considered final.
• Transparency & Contact: I am happy to provide videos, FaceTime chats, or detailed emails for any watch. As I have a full-time job, live video calls (FaceTime) generally need to be scheduled for the evenings.
• Why Am I Selling?: I am a collector, not a flipper. I currently have over 120+ watches, and I am simply consolidating to fund the next "grail" on the list. These watches deserve to be worn, not sit in a box!
Vintage Seiko Quartz Superior reference 3883-7000
MLCW Collector's Take: Don't overlook vintage quartz! The 'Superior' line was priced higher than Grand Seiko in its day for a reason. The accuracy and finishing are historical milestones.
Vintage Seiko Quartz Superior reference 3883-7000. This model was a high-end luxury watch produced in the 1970s and is notable for its innovative movement and sophisticated design.
Key Features and Information
• Model and Reference: Seiko Quartz Superior, reference 3883-7000.
• Movement: It features the Caliber 3883, one of Seiko's earliest high-end, thermocompensated quartz movements, known for its exceptional accuracy of approximately ±12 seconds per year.
• Design: The watch case and bracelet are stainless steel and follow Taro Tanaka's "Grammar of Design" principles, featuring sharp, angular lines and mirror-like Zaratsu polishing for a highly refined finish.
• Dial: This specific variant has a striking white or brushed silver dial with sixty individually applied minute markers. Other versions are known for a "Morpho" or "butterfly" dial that shifts between blue and green tones depending on the light.
• Historical Context: Released in 1974, it was one of the most expensive Seiko watches available at the time, costing more than double a Grand Seiko 61GS mechanical watch.
About Midlife Crisis Watches
Midlife Crisis Watches (MLCW) is, first and foremost, a collector at heart. This storefront is a personal project dedicated to moving pieces from my private collection that aren't getting the wrist time they deserve. Because this is a fun, personal endeavor rather than a large commercial enterprise, please keep the following in mind:
• Content & Pricing: While I aim for accuracy, details or prices may occasionally need updating. Please contact me directly to confirm availability or discuss the latest price.
• Pictures: These are 100% accurate. I personally photograph every single watch listed on the site.
• Straps: The watch comes as pictured ("what you see is what you get"). However, I believe the right strap makes the watch! I have a personal collection of straps and am happy to discuss substituting or adding a strap, often for a nominal fee or even for free.
• Shipping: I ship watches the way I want to receive them. Your watch will be packed in a plastic "watch coffin" for maximum crush protection, with the dial and buckle wrapped in protective film. I typically ship via FedEx, UPS, or USPS. Shipping costs are passed through to the buyer. If you have your own shipping account, I am happy to use it. Please note: Insurance is mandatory for any shipment valued over $250.
• Payment Options: I prefer PayPal, Venmo, or Bank Wire. If you are located in the Boston or New York City areas, I am also open to cash transactions and in-person pickups.
• Boxes & Papers: Because many of these pieces were sourced via JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) sellers across Asia, full retail packaging is rare. Most will arrive in a generic black Seiko box. Note that Seiko has largely stopped shipping printed product brochures to save costs and protect the environment; these can be found easily on their website.
• As-Is Condition: What you see is what you receive. All watches leave my hands in full working order. Please note that I cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen, or transit-damaged items once they have shipped.
• Returns: Unless explicitly agreed upon prior to the sale, I cannot accept returns. Once the watch leaves my home, the transaction is considered final.
• Transparency & Contact: I am happy to provide videos, FaceTime chats, or detailed emails for any watch. As I have a full-time job, live video calls (FaceTime) generally need to be scheduled for the evenings.
• Why Am I Selling?: I am a collector, not a flipper. I currently have over 120+ watches, and I am simply consolidating to fund the next "grail" on the list. These watches deserve to be worn, not sit in a box!