Seiko Motorist Ref. J14108E
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1964
Maker / issuer
SeikoThe Seiko Motorist, reference J14108E, is a 1964 manual-wind wristwatch characterized by an asymmetrical gold-capped case and an offset dial configuration. The watch features a silver dial with red metallic fluted detailing and Dauphine hands, intended to place the 12 o'clock marker in an upright position when the wearer's left hand is at the 10 o'clock position on a steering wheel.
The timepiece is signed "Motorist" and "Seiko" on the dial, with additional markings identifying it as a "Diashock 19 Jewels" model. The watch is presented on a two-piece handmade leather strap. The auction description notes the case is unpolished with minor gold-cap chipping, while the stainless steel caseback retains its factory engravings. The watch is functioning and keeping time, though its service history remains unknown.
It is identified by the source as a variant of the Seiko Harmony collection.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
Counts describe this entry’s documentation, not authenticity, rarity or completeness. Photographs may show one specimen; check each caption and licence.
Technical characteristics
- Type
- Manual-wind wristwatch
- Maker
- Seiko
- Caseback
- Stainless steel
- Reference
- J14108E
- Case Material
- Gold Capped
- Serial Number
- 26XXXXX
- Place recorded
- Japan
- Introduction Date
- 1964
- Maker / attribution
- Seiko
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The dial is finished in silver and features a distinct red metallic fluted surround located beneath the markers. The dial displays the "Motorist" and "Seiko" branding, along with the inscription "Diashock 19 Jewels." It is reported to be in excellent condition, showing only a very faint streaking patina attributed to age. The Dauphine hands are original to the watch and are described as being in excellent condition. The auction description notes that there is some slight oxidation visible at the base of the second's hand, though the font and markers on the dial remain in excellent condition.
- Visible features
- • Asymmetrical case design • Offset dial orientation • Red metallic fluted inner bezel • Gold-capped case construction
- Origins and Functionality
- According to the source, the Seiko Motorist model was introduced in 1964. It is described as a potential variant of the Seiko Harmony, a collection originally marketed as a line of lady's watches. Despite this connection, the Motorist is positioned by the vendor as a unisex timepiece. Regarding functionality, the watch is currently operational and keeping time. No records exist regarding its previous service history, and the watch is sold without accessories.
- Design and Case Construction
- The Seiko Motorist Ref. J14108E features an asymmetrical gold-capped case measuring 37mm in diameter. The design of the case and the orientation of the dial are engineered for driving, positioning the 12 o'clock marker upright when the wearer's left hand is placed at the 10 o'clock position on a steering wheel. The auction description reports that the gold-capped case is unpolished and in good vintage condition. While minor chipping is present along the edges of the gold cap, the stainless steel caseback retains its factory engravings in excellent condition. The watch is supplied on a two-piece handmade leather strap.
Identification
- Reference
- J14108E
- Serial number
- 26XXXXX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Service history unknown
- Research required: Exact production date within the 1960s is unconfirmed