King Seiko 45-7001 (No-Date) – 1972 – Hi-Beat Hand-Wind – Recent Service – Original KS Buckle Model BackgroundThe King Seiko 45-7001 is part of the famous 45KS line, powered by the caliber 4520 hi-beat, hand-wound movement (36,000 bph). Built by Daini as the “rival” to Grand Seiko, these 45KS pieces are razor-sharp, pure “Grammar of Design” watches with no-date simplicity and true vintage Seiko pedigree. The no-date 45-7001 is especially clean and collectible because of its perfectly symmetrical dial. Condition Case Original stainless-steel case in excellent condition Unpolished, with sharp, well-defined edges and original geometry intactOriginal dial is in excellent condition with minimal signs of aging Printing is crisp, and the applied indices and original handset look clean and bright on the wrist Crystal Original Hardlex crystal is mint, with no obvious scratches or chips – very rare to see this nice on a 45KS Caseback Caseback is in excellent condition, with clear text Movement / Service In-house King Seiko hi-beat hand-wound movement (cal. 45xx family) Super clean movement, recently serviced in January 2026Winding and setting are smooth, and the watch is running very well after service. Strap & Buckle Fitted on a leather strap (see photos)Includes the original King Seiko buckle, a nice period-correct detail that’s often missing on these. Band is a bit tight in the buckle. What’s Included King Seiko 45-7001 (no-date) watch Leather strap with original KS buckle (No original box or papers.) Notes & Authenticity This is an excellent, honest example of the 45-7001 with: Unpolished, sharp case Excellent dial and mint original Hardlex Excellent caseback Super clean, freshly serviced hi-beat movement Original KS buckle included
