Pre-owned Ladies Seiko Hi-Beat Watch. Reference 1944-0040. This was the world's first 36,000 hi-beat ladies watch. The calibre 1944 was launched in August 1967, the same month as Seiko's 36,000 hi-beat men's watch. Significant challenges were overcome to produce a 36,000 beat movement in a smaller size. The calibre 1944 was produced between 1967 and 1974. This watch was produced in the final year of production. While over shadowed by men's watches, this first ever ladies hi-beat is historically significant.

The Seiko Cal. 19xx was the basis for this watch as well as the Grand Seiko GS19 women's watch. The Grand Seiko was launched two years after the Seiko 1944. List price for the Grand Seiko was 35,000 yen vs 21,000 yen for the Seiko 1944.

Overall, this watch is in (B) Very Good condition. Wonderful linen dial that presents well. 

- Ref No. : R-101/1944-0040
- Serial No./Year: 471823/1974
- Case:
    26mm diameter, 13mm lug width, 9mm thickness, 32mm Lug-to-lug.
    Stainless Steel
- Crystal: Plexiglass/Acrylic
- Movement & Accuracy: 
    Caliber: Seiko Cal. 1944 Manual
    Complications: None
    Measured Accuracy: +28 sec/day.
    Amplitude: 188°
    Beat Rate: 36,000 A/h
- Band: Replacement bracelet
- Condition Rank: (B): Very Good 
- Country of Manufacture: Japan

Condition Rank Guide:
-N: Item is in New Old Stock condition (NOS). Shows little to no signs of wear apart from some minor handling wear.
-A: Item is in Excellent condition. Micro-scratches can be seen on the sides of the case, bezel, and/or bracelet. No pitting/gouges on the case or scratches in the crystal.
-B: Item is in Very Good condition. Minor scratches and scuffs can be seen on the sides of the case, bezel, and/or bracelet. No pitting/gouges on the case or deep scratches on the crystal.
-C: Item is in Good condition. Moderate scratches and scuffs can be seen on the sides of the case, bezel, and/or bracelet. Minor pitting/gouges may be visible on the case. One or less deep scratches may be visible on the crystal. See photos.
-D: Item is in Fair condition. Heavy scratches and scuffs can be seen on sides of the case, bezel, and bracelet. Significant pitting or gouges are visible on the sides of the case and the crystal shows multiple deep scratches
-F: Item is in Poor condition. Item is not functional. For parts or repair only.