{"product_id":"grand-seiko-vfa-6186-8000-navy-dial","title":"Grand Seiko VFA 6186-8000 Navy dial","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe navy blue Grand Seiko VFA 61GS Ref. 6186-8000 is one of the most captivating VFAs ever made. Produced only between May 1972 and April 1974, it shared the stage with the silver dial but in far scarcer numbers. In fact, the earliest known example (serial 250001) left the factory with a blue dial, hinting at the special nature of this hue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNavy blue has always held a magnetic appeal in vintage Grand Seiko. Even if you've owned the silver or white variant, seeing the blue version is enough to make any collector take notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6186-8000 exemplifies the precision and elegance of Grand Seiko VFA design. Every element is deliberate: Black-on-white day\/date discs that remain visually balanced, ridge-backed pencil hands with subtle Dauphine flair, sharply faceted indexes floating above a deep navy dial, and the iconic G.O.D. case executed with flawless proportions and crisp geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen seeking a VFA, especially the elusive blue 6186-8000, look for the details that matter: A pristine G.O.D. case, a flawless dial under the original crystal, sharp and untarnished indexes and hands, and a low-mileage movement. Together, these elements transform ownership into an exceptional experience. Some might call it picky, but it's all about honoring the perfection Grand Seiko intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch will be serviced once purchased. Please allow 1~2 months before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShips from Tokyo, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis VFA is exceptional. The case retains crisp factory lines, perfectly preserved over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original navy blue dial is flawless, paired with pristine original hands and crown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original glass features its signature black-edged hue and is free of scratches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe caseback is excellent, with a protective sticker preserving all engravings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt comes on black Maruman leather straps with the original Seiko-signed \"T\" buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBRAND: Grand Seiko\u003cbr\u003eMODEL: VFA - Very Fine Adjusted\u003cbr\u003eREFERENCE: 6186-8000\u003cbr\u003eDIAL: Original navy blue dial\u003cbr\u003eCASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eCASE DIMENSIONS: 37mm diameter; 11.8mm thickness, 18mm lug width\u003cbr\u003eCRYSTAL: Mineral glass\u003cbr\u003eCASE BACK: Screw-in Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eMOVEMENT: Automatic Cal.6186B\u003cbr\u003eManufacturing date: July 1972\u003cbr\u003eService History: Unknown, ±2s\/day\u003cbr\u003eBracelet\/Strap: Black leather straps with original signed buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THE TOKEI CLUB","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":47127405494447,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/1450\/7695\/files\/file_9e5f2c54-8c43-4dc5-ab6c-3343b5995bb7.jpg?v=1782817853","url":"https:\/\/thetokeiclub.jp\/products\/grand-seiko-vfa-6186-8000-navy-dial","provider":"THE TOKEI CLUB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}