Seiko 7C43-7010 *IT'S HERE!!*

**senraw** · 16th July 2017, 11:00

Good morning everyone. :D

Just purchased this rather nice 7C43-7010 from France, but I'm a little curious of the "B1208" stamp on the caseback.. Any ideas what this could be reference to please?

Your thoughts, help and input would be greatly appreciated. ;)

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**JasonM** · 16th July 2017, 11:11

These sort of marks come up from time to time without a definitive answer, could be a reference number for a dive kit hire shop or school for example.

Great looking example, can I have first dibs if you move it on?

**senraw** · 16th July 2017, 11:20

Originally Posted by JasonM

These sort of marks come up from time to time without a definitive answer, could be a reference number for a dive kit hire shop or school for example.

Great looking example, can I have first dibs if you move it on?

Thanks Jason, that makes perfect sense. :)

I've been after one of these 7010's "Tuna's in disguise" for a while now, but if I decide to move it on, I'll get in touch. ;)

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**jameswrx** · 16th July 2017, 11:30

I've also read it's a Seiko battery change date.

Which if correct would indicate August 2012 battery change at Seiko from the website I read.

**senraw** · 16th July 2017, 12:10

Originally Posted by jameswrx

I've also read it's a Seiko battery change date.

Which if correct would indicate August 2012 battery change at Seiko from the website I read.

Thanks for the info James, much appreciated, that could also be correct.. The gentlemen I purchased it from stated that the last battery change was performed by Seiko Japan in 2007.

The watch hasn't been used since, so I'll be contacting Canoop shortly and hopefully get it booked in for a battery change and re-seal soon. :D

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**mrwozza70** · 16th July 2017, 13:29

Be interested to see what Duncan finds on the inside of the case back that might confirm any theory with additional watchmakers marks. It looks like a lovely example that's for sure...

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**senraw** · 16th July 2017, 13:53

Originally Posted by mrwozza70

Be interested to see what Duncan finds on the inside of the case back that might confirm any theory with additional watchmakers marks. It looks like a lovely example that's for sure...

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Thanks Brad, it does look like a nice unmolested example. :D

Not entirely sure which strap to go for though, it's a toss up between a nice flat vent Z22 or a rattly Jubilee... Decisions.. :D

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**Regular** · 16th July 2017, 14:09

Lovely watch. Re strap, got to be black rubber!

**jneds** · 16th July 2017, 14:37

Originally Posted by senraw

Thanks Brad, it does look like a nice unmolested example. :D

Not entirely sure which strap to go for though, it's a toss up between a nice flat vent Z22 or a rattly Jubilee... Decisions.. :D

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Lovely watch indeed and I have one from 1991 which looks and feels great on the the flat vent but for the last few years I've had it on a Seiko solid link Oyster.

Cheers
Neil

**mrwozza70** · 16th July 2017, 14:43

Originally Posted by senraw

Thanks Brad, it does look like a nice unmolested example. :D

Not entirely sure which strap to go for though, it's a toss up between a nice flat vent Z22 or a rattly Jubilee... Decisions.. :D

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Well they always look great on a flat vent, but it's hard to beat a Jubilee 👌

I wish one day I will have another of these...

**senraw** · 16th July 2017, 15:41

After looking at all those lovely images, I've settled for a flat vent. :)

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**mariod** · 16th July 2017, 18:18

Originally Posted by jameswrx

I've also read it's a Seiko battery change date.

Which if correct would indicate August 2012 battery change at Seiko from the website I read.

This.

Lovely watch btw... I wear mine on a president bracelet.

**senraw** · 16th July 2017, 19:17

Originally Posted by mariod

This.

Lovely watch btw... I wear mine on a president bracelet.

Thanks Mariod,

The President is one I've never tried, had a quick look on google and it does look nice though.. Decisions decisions. :D

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**mariod** · 16th July 2017, 19:42

Originally Posted by senraw

Thanks Mariod,

The President is one I've never tried, had a quick look on google and it does look nice though.. Decisions decisions. :D

It does ;)

Unfortunately the oem Seiko president bracelet seems to be discontinued... :(

**senraw** · 16th July 2017, 19:45

Originally Posted by mariod

It does ;)

Unfortunately the oem Seiko president bracelet seems to be discontinued... :(

Looks stunning. :)

Quick question..

Would you say the 7C43-7010 is more prestigious than a 7548-700(X)?

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**JasonM** · 16th July 2017, 19:59

Originally Posted by senraw

Looks stunning. :)

Quick question..

Would you say the 7C43-7010 is more prestigious than a 7548-700(X)?

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I would say a bit, it's scarcer certainly, but I see it as the last evolution from the 7548 of the vintage era, it straddles vintage / modern which is why I find it interesting, both have their place in Seiko history. It's a better movement I think.

**mariod** · 16th July 2017, 20:02

Originally Posted by senraw

Looks stunning. :)

Quick question..

Would you say the 7C43-7010 is more prestigious than a 7548-700(X)?

probably yes just because it says "Professional" on its dial and comes with a screw down crystal retaining ring and an antimag movement cover plate ;)

**senraw** · 17th July 2017, 00:12

Thanks Jason and Mariod.

Really looking forward to it's arrival, (Hopefully in the next few days.) then it's straight off for a new battery and re-seal. ;)

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**senraw** · 17th July 2017, 00:13

Originally Posted by JasonM

I would say a bit, it's scarcer certainly, but I see it as the last evolution from the 7548 of the vintage era, it straddles vintage / modern which is why I find it interesting, both have their place in Seiko history. It's a better movement I think.

Just found this shot of the movement, it looks fantastic!

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**mrwozza70** · 17th July 2017, 19:13

I've often returned to this blog with regards to the Seiko quartz dive watch references... Some great descriptions and pictures.

http://jikanwatch.blogspot.co.uk/201...-7010.html?m=1

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**lewie** · 17th July 2017, 19:26

What about a nice DLB1PB?
Looks lovely

**senraw** · 18th July 2017, 21:01

Just Googled that reference and nothing came up Lewie.. What is it please? :)

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**lewie** · 19th July 2017, 07:55

Sorry an ipad correction should have read DAL1BP- ive got one on my Arnie

**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 10:48

*Update*

Well, the watch arrived from France Friday morning and was dead on arrival.. (I knew this as the seller stated the battery needed changing.) So I sent it straight off Friday afternoon to our very own Seiko genius Duncan (The Watch Bloke.) for a battery change and pressure test.

Duncan confirmed safe delivery Saturday afternoon and booked it in.

Received a message Sunday morning that the watch has had the battery replaced and it had passed a 10 bar pressure test. :D

Ducan also sent me a couple of before and after image's which I really appreciated, he also congratulated me as the watch was in cracking condition! :D (Always nice to hear.) -

The watch was posted back yesterday and I've just received it -

Extremely happy and it's now securely strapped to my wrist. :D

Duncan is a super hero and Seiko master! :D

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**lewie** · 25th July 2017, 13:09

looks fantastic
Now I need to pop my flat vent on my 7548

**JasonM** · 25th July 2017, 14:00

It really does look great.

**sean** · 25th July 2017, 14:07

Love these quartz models. Every time I see them I wonder why on earth I sold mine.

Tip: don't sell it!

**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 14:33

Thanks for the kind words Lewie, Jason and Sean. :D

Firmly on my wrist for now.. ;)

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**lewie** · 25th July 2017, 16:26

Looks great on the wrist
Had to demote the Arnie to a flat Z22 after see your pics

7458 by biglewie, on Flickr

**mariod** · 25th July 2017, 17:00

Looks great. Well done!

**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 17:05

Originally Posted by lewie

Looks great on the wrist
Had to demote the Arnie to a flat Z22 after see your pics

7458 by biglewie, on Flickr

Thatv7548 looks superb Lewie, wear it in good health! :D

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**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 17:06

Originally Posted by mariod

Looks great. Well done!

Thanks Mariod, I'm growing rather fond of it. ;)

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**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 19:49

I must update on the strap.. Been wearing it for coming upto 10 hours... It's very uncomfortable! :(

Not going to boil it though, i will just wait and see if it improves over time.

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**mariod** · 25th July 2017, 20:00

Originally Posted by senraw

I must update on the strap.. Been wearing it for coming upto 10 hours... It's very uncomfortable! :(

Not going to boil it though, i will just wait and see if it improves over time.

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Ever tried a Bonetto Cinturini 284 rubber strap? Same look but soft and comfy like modern Isofranes.

**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 20:02

Originally Posted by mariod

Ever tried a Bonetto Cinturini 284 rubber strap? Same look but soft and comfy like modern Isofranes.

No I haven't Mariod, but thank you, I will look into them.

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**Dr.f** · 25th July 2017, 20:18

Can boiling help ?

**sean** · 25th July 2017, 20:19

Yes, the Bonetto straps are much softer.

However, I'd also recommend boiling the strap. I've had a couple of these and without the boiling trick they aren't very nice to wear. Why don't you want to?

**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 20:20

Originally Posted by Dr.f

Can boiling help ?

Apparently so, but it can make it brittle. I'd rather not risk it personally.

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**lewie** · 25th July 2017, 20:22

Are you actually boiling it or fitting it in a mug of hot water?

**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 20:23

Originally Posted by lewie

Are you actually boiling it or fitting it in a mug of hot water?

Neither sound good to me. If it doesn't settle I may try it on a Jubilee.

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**sean** · 25th July 2017, 20:24

I boiled water in the kettle, then shortly after poured it over the strap in a mug. Left it there for a while.

I didn't notice any change in texture, just the curve that the boiling 'fixed' in the strap.

**senraw** · 25th July 2017, 20:24

Originally Posted by sean

Yes, the Bonetto straps are much softer.

However, I'd also recommend boiling the strap. I've had a couple of these and without the boiling trick they aren't very nice to wear. Why don't you want to?

Im too scared Sean.. :D

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