Started in 2018 by two watch enthusiasts, years of effort sharing our passion for vintage watches, especially Japanese vintage watches, have made us one of the leading sellers of Japanese brands (Seiko, Grand Seiko, Citizen, Orient) in Asia. We also offer renowned vintage European watch brands including Omega, Universal Geneve, Cartier, IWC, and more to customers around the world. We focus on offering dress watches, vintage dive watches, and chronographs. Additionally, we provide in-house handmade leather watch straps to pair perfectly with your watches.

As the saying goes, "buy the seller, not the watch." When choosing a trusted dealer, look for those with a proven track record, positive customer reviews across platforms, transparency in sourcing and authentication processes, guarantees on authenticity and functionality, and excellent after-sales support. Experience in the industry is key—dealers who have been in the business for years often have deep knowledge and reliable networks. At Samurai Vintage, with over 7 years of experience since 2018, our team of industry experts and dedicated watchmakers ensures every piece is authenticated and serviced. We're a trusted source for your next vintage Seiko or other vintage watches, serving customers worldwide with confidence.

Seiko: We mainly acquire vintage Seiko from the 70s and 80s, as we believe they have the best overall design from that era and the fantastic history of Seiko challenging Swiss observatory competitions with their movements. A vintage Seiko watch is a true horological hidden gem and one of the best value-for-money choices. The stories behind the King Seiko, Grand Seiko, Lord Matic, Lord Marvel, 6138/6139 Speedtimer all showcase Seiko's courage in pushing innovation. These are not just watches; they are horological stories!
Important models for new vintage lovers to explore:
- Dress watches: Seiko King Seiko 56KS 5625/5626, Seiko Grand Seiko 61GS 6145/6146, Seiko King Seiko 45KS, Grand Seiko 56GS 5645/5646
- Affordable Dress watches: Seiko Lord Matic 5626, Seikomatic P
- Best Vintage Diver: Seiko 6105, Seiko 6306
- Best Chronograph: Seiko 6139 Pogue, Seiko 7018 Panda

Citizen: A rival to Seiko with a great deal of watches worth vintage watch collectors' attention. The brand carries great value yet is underrated by the market. If you're looking for a conversation starter at great value, Citizen vintage watches are the way to go.

Important models for new vintage lovers to explore:

• Citizen Chrono Master (The great rival to Grand Seiko, built with the same chronometer-grade movement, highlighted by the golden phoenix medallion on the caseback)
• Citizen Record Master Chronograph
• Citizen Homer Railway Watch (Issued only to employees of the Japanese Railway Company)

Universal Geneve: A hidden Swiss brand that we love, with a great history of manufacturing amazing dress watches like the Polerouter, White Shadow, and Tri-Compax, and its linkage with legendary watch designer Gerald Genta, who brought us the Royal Oak, Patek Philippe Nautilus, and IWC Ingenieur. The brand manufactures elegant dress watches in unique styles. We particularly like its ultra-thin micro-rotor movement, which we place close to the same level as Patek movements from the same era!

Important models for new vintage lovers to explore:

• Universal Geneve Polerouter
• Universal Geneve White Shadow
• Universal Geneve Tri-Compax

Omega: We know Omega from its legendary Moon watch Speedmaster and its sports watch trio: the Railmaster and Seamaster. However, under their sporty modern brand image, their vintage dress watches are actually fascinating! They are the right size for all occasions, and some iconic models were even designed by the legend Gerald Genta. The vintage Seamaster from the 60s-80s are of perfect size with simple yet elegant dial layouts; they're great with leather straps or bracelets and suitable for all occasions. Definitely a great vintage watch with history to start your journey.

Important models for new vintage lovers to explore:

• Vintage Omega Seamaster from the 60s, 70s, and 80s
• Vintage Omega Constellation from the 60s, 70s, and 80s
• Vintage Omega Chronostop (a great sports watch that's dressy at the same time)

Cartier: We don't need to say much about vintage Cartier—they are icons, classics, and the go-to for a luxury dress watch for special occasions. Their Tank watches have maintained the same design for the past 108 years since their first launch in 1917, with the same unique iconic design. Because an icon should withstand the challenge of time. Vintage Cartier are increasingly popular, with celebrities choosing them for various fashion and formal occasions, and vintage models breaking auction records. So it's a great choice for special occasions or if you feel like dressing up; this will be your great choice, and we're sure their watches can stay with you for decades without losing style.

Important models:

• Vintage Cartier Tank Must from 60s, 70s, and 80s
• Vintage Cartier Santos

1. Rare and Valuable - Unlike modern watches, these vintage watches are limited in production, and as days pass, good examples become rarer. Compared to non-limited modern watches, vintage watches are more resistant to depreciation and often appreciate in value due to stable demand.

2. A Legacy on Your Wrist - Every piece tells a story shaped by previous owners and related vintage watch stories. Each usage mark adds a unique narrative. You don't need to worry about wearing it like a new watch—vintage watches have already seen places; you'll just add to their story.

3. Timeless Appeal - Iconic models in their most original form, ready to withstand the test of time and be worn for decades to come.

4. Great Value with Same Design - Modern watches include over 60% marketing costs, but vintage watches hold intrinsic brand value and iconic design. For example, the reissue of icons like the vintage hand-wind Cartier Tank and King Seiko 44 are 3-4 times the price of vintage references, making vintages a better value.

5. Elegance in Subtlety - Understated and refined, admired by those who know. Modern watches can be flashy; for old-money style, a true vintage watch tells a story and lets the watch speak for you.

It's a blurry line, but we think a vintage watch has brand value, iconic design, great movement, and a great story. They don’t only function as time-telling tools; they tell stories. Not every old watch becomes a vintage icon—that's why at Samurai Vintage, we only offer the best selection of watches to you.

We have written the most complete vintage Seiko collecting guide—check it out, and we're sure you'll like it!

An Comprehensive Guide to Buying Vintage Seikos

Identifying an authentic vintage Seiko takes time and experience. Don’t assume low-value vintage watches won’t have fakes—there are many with reprinted or fake dials or incorrect crowns. A tip: Find lots of photos of the same reference and period online and match them with the watch you want to buy. Check details like dial text font, printed logo, and indices location—fakes are often inaccurate. Also, verify the logo on the crown and caseback for accuracy and correct period.

If this is too complicated, no worries—to avoid scams, find a trusted seller with years of experience. Samurai Vintage, as one of the leading vintage watch sellers in Asia, handles the authentication for you and sources the best vintage watches.

One of the biggest misconceptions is that vintage watches are expensive and hard to maintain. These watches have been in circulation for decades and are usually in workable condition if found in the market—they're tougher than we think and will function perfectly with service from a good watchmaker. They're ready to run for generations!

Services aren't frequent, as mechanical damage from normal use is rare. Locate a great watchmaker in your town; typically, a 3-handed watch service costs around $130-200 USD, while chronographs are more due to components.

Samurai Vintage works with our dedicated watchmaker in Japan—if you have repair issues, contact us, and we'll see if we can help!