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Orient Chrono Ace 429-13373 Men’s 23J Automatic Dress Sports Watch JDM 1970s

■ STATUS: SOLD
THIS TIMEPIECE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME
LAST PRICE
$150.00
BRAND:
Orient
MODEL:
Orient Chrono Ace
MOVEMENT:
Mechanical (Automatic)
UNIT CONDITION:
Pre-owned - Good
YEAR:
1970-1979
CASE SIZE:
37 mm
CASE MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel
DIAL COLOR:
Black
BAND MATERIAL:
Leather
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is a rare vintage Orient Chrono Ace 429-13373 men’s 23-jewel automatic dress sports watch, produced for the Japan Domestic Market (JDM) during the 1970s. This distinctive Chrono Ace model features a dark dial with applied hour markers, a day-date display, and an extremely unique blackened steel case that gives the watch a bold appearance unlike more traditional stainless steel watches from the era. The watch is in full working condition and is running and holding accurate time over a 24-hour period. The watch is fitted on an aftermarket black leather strap. The watch has signs of use and age, including visible wear to the black finish on portions of the case. The photos best describe its physical condition and should be reviewed carefully by interested buyers. Key Details: * Brand: Orient * Model: Chrono Ace * Reference: 429-13373 * Era: 1970s * Market: Japan Domestic Market (JDM) * Movement: Automatic * Jewels: 23 * Display: Day-Date * Case: Blackened steel * Strap: Aftermarket black leather strap * Condition: Full working condition; running and holding accurate time over a 24-hour period * Physical Condition: Signs of use and age A very unique and collectible vintage Orient Chrono Ace, highlighted by its unusual blackened steel case and classic 1970s styling. The distinctive case treatment and 23-jewel automatic movement make it an excellent addition to any vintage Orient or JDM watch collection. Ships carefully. Feel free to message me with any questions.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Bezel Color:Silver
Number of Jewels:23 Jewels
With Papers:No
Vintage:Yes
Band/Strap:Two-Piece Strap
Reference Number:0429-24460
Case Color:Black
Department:Men
Type:Wristwatch
Band Color:Black
Style:Casual, Classic, Dress/Formal
With Original Box/Packaging:No
Features:12-Hour Dial, Day/Date
Country of Origin:Japan
Display:Analog

► ARCHIVE FILE: ORIENT — BRAND HISTORY

Orient pairs accessible in-house mechanics with distinctive Japanese design, spanning slim dress watches, King Divers, and durable 46-series automatics—an underappreciated vintage catalog that remains practical to collect and wear.

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