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Rare Vintage Alba Quartz V252-5000 Men’s Watch JDM 1980s
■ STATUS: SOLD
THIS TIMEPIECE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is a rare vintage Alba Quartz men’s wristwatch, reference V252-5000, produced for the Japan Domestic Market (JDM) in the 1980s. This model is distinguished by its minimalist square case design and a unique small seconds counter displayed within a triangular marker at 6 o’clock—a quirky and collectible feature that makes this watch stand out from other vintage quartz models of its era.
The watch is in full working condition with all features and functions operating properly. It is currently fitted with a black leather strap that appears to be aftermarket.
Cosmetically, the watch is in near mint physical condition, showing only minimal handling wear. Please review the photos carefully, as they best describe its actual physical condition.
Key Details:
• Brand: Alba (by Seiko)
• Model: V252-5000
• Movement: Quartz
• Case Material: Base metal bezel / stainless steel back
• Era: 1980s
• Origin: Japan Domestic Market (JDM)
• Features: Time display with unique small seconds counter
• Strap: Black leather (aftermarket)
• Condition: Near mint; full working order
A rare and highly collectible Alba watch with an eye-catching design, perfect for fans of vintage JDM pieces or collectors seeking uncommon quartz models from the 1980s.
Ships carefully.
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► MANUAL ARCHIVESeiko caliber 5000 manual PDFs
► 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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