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NOS Rare Vintage Alba Field Gear V701-1Y90 Flip Top Men’s Sports Watch JDM 1990s

■ STATUS: SOLD
THIS TIMEPIECE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME
LAST PRICE
$675.00
BRAND:
Alba
MODEL:
Seiko Alba
MOVEMENT:
Quartz
UNIT CONDITION:
New without box or papers
YEAR:
1990-1999
CASE MATERIAL:
Plastic, Resin, Stainless Steel
BAND MATERIAL:
Canvas, Nylon
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is an ultra rare vintage Alba Field Gear men’s sports watch, model V701-1Y90, a unique Japan Domestic Market (JDM) release from the early 1990s. This multifunction adventure model blends rugged outdoor practicality with Alba’s innovative and playful design language from the era. This particular example is new old stock (NOS) and remains in mint physical condition. It comes complete with its original box and hang tag, making it an exceptional collector-grade piece rarely found in this preserved state. The watch features a flip-top case that opens to reveal a built-in signal mirror, along with a convex lens and thermometer—a true survival-oriented tool watch. All functions operate properly, and the thermometer appears to register temperature accurately, though it has not been professionally calibrated. Key Details: • Brand: Alba (by Seiko) • Model: Field Gear • Reference: V701-1Y90 • Origin: Japan Domestic Market (JDM) • Era: Early 1990s • Case Features: Flip-top with convex lens and built-in signal mirror • Additional Function: Thermometer • Water Resistance: 10 Bar (as marked) • Strap: Original nylon field strap in blue • Condition: New old stock; mint physical condition • Includes: Original box and hang tag A truly rare and collectible example of Alba’s inventive outdoor line, especially in NOS condition with its original packaging. An outstanding find for fans of vintage Seiko and Alba Field Gear tool watches. Ships carefully. Feel free to message me with any questions.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Bezel Color:Yellow
With Papers:No
Reference Number:V701-1Y90
Vintage:Yes
Case Color:Blue, Yellow
Department:Men
Type:Wristwatch
Band Color:Blue
Style:Sport
With Original Box/Packaging:Yes
Features:12-Hour Dial, Thermometer
Country of Origin:Japan
Display:Analog

► ARCHIVE FILE: ALBA — BRAND HISTORY

Alba is Seiko at its most playful: a youth-focused, largely Asian-market label whose bold ana-digi experiments, cult Spoon models, and short production runs now reward collectors of uncommon Japanese watches.

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