Projects: Seiko 7A28-7020 'James Bond'

A stunning and popular 7A28 variation, the stainless steel and white dial 7A28-7020 was for a long time thought to be the Seiko quartz chronograph worn by Roger Moore in the Bond movie 'View To A Kill'. Thanks to some diligent research by @Rexworthywatches it turns out that the REAL Bond watch is the day/date equivalent, the 7A38-7060. Nevertheless, the 7A28-7020 is a fantastic-looking watch - even if it not really the true 'James Bond'.

This example came into stock in dirty condition, with accumulated DNA and scratched-up crystal. Underneath it all it was actually in fine condition and cleaned up very well. The watch was fully stripped and all case parts, including the pushers and bracelet were ultrasonically cleaned. The movement was stripped and the components put through the L&R Varimatic.

The movement was rebuilt according to Seiko spec and regulated for accuracy. A new crystal and a full new gasket set was fitted.