Seiko Merit Damenarmbanduhr (Ref. 5208, Februar 1958) Taucheruhr Shock protection: Diashock

Shock protection: Diashock

100% Japanese production

which was used for Citizen's first water-resistant watches from the late 1950s onwards

The reasons: overly complex technology

Seiko Merit Damenarmbanduhr (Ref. 5208, Februar 1958) Taucheruhr Shock protection: DiashockA rare Seiko Merit from the 1950s one of the smallest ladies' watches ever made by Seiko. The model impressively showcases the fine Japanese watchmaking of the post war period with a subtly patinated silver dial, gold tone hands, and applied indices. Historical background After World War II, Seiko (or rather the Seikosha factories) pursued a strategy of diversifying its portfolio moving away from purely men's watches towards a full product range that