{"product_id":"case-498-seiko-speedtimer-ref-ssc961","title":"Case #498 — Seiko Speedtimer Ref. SSC961","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCase #498 — Seiko Speedtimer Ref. SSC961\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active Investigation\u003cbr data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent Pre-Owned\u003cbr data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eScope:\u003c\/strong\u003e Box and Hang Tag\u003cbr data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xxz1s1\" data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e🔎 Case Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eThe Seiko Speedtimer Ref. SSC961 is a modern sports chronograph with the clean, highly wearable character that has made the current Speedtimer line so appealing. It brings together a compact, easy-to-wear chronograph format with a design that feels sporty, practical, and very easy to live with day to day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eWhat makes this reference especially appealing is its balance. The Speedtimer line does a good job of feeling purposeful without becoming bulky or overcomplicated, and that is a large part of why these watches have built such a strong following. It has the look of a true everyday chronograph, but in a format that stays approachable on the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eThis example is presented in \u003cstrong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eexcellent pre-owned condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overall, it shows only light wear consistent with careful use. It includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003ebox and hang tag\u003c\/strong\u003e and is currently sized to fit approximately a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e7.5-inch wrist\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"153bhp\" data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e🕰️ The Evidence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e SSC961\u003cbr data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko Speedtimer\u003cbr data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chronograph\u003cbr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel Bracelet\u003cbr data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eBracelet Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7.5\" wrist\u003cbr data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003cbr data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Box and Hang Tag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent pre-owned condition overall, with light wear consistent with careful use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xhohh5\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e🏁 Speedtimer Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eThe Speedtimer name carries real weight within Seiko’s chronograph history, and the modern lineup has done a strong job of translating that into an everyday sports-watch format. These watches tend to work especially well because they stay focused on legibility, balance, and usability rather than trying to become overly aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eThat matters here because the SSC961 fits neatly into that identity. It feels sporty, practical, and well suited to regular wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"olqnr0\" data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e🌟 Collector Provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eThe appeal here is rooted in wearability, design, and broad everyday usefulness. A modern Seiko Speedtimer makes a lot of sense for someone who wants a clean chronograph with strong daily versatility and recognizable sporty character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2500\"\u003eThe inclusion of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003ebox and hang tag\u003c\/strong\u003e helps the overall presentation, and the excellent condition makes this an especially attractive example for someone looking for a Speedtimer that presents cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m0aqgo\" data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003e🧾 From the Case File\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eRecovered as a Seiko Speedtimer Ref. SSC961. Box and hang tag. Excellent pre-owned condition overall. Sized to approximately a 7.5-inch wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1tceir8\" data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003e🗝️ BST Verdict\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003eCase #498 delivers a clean, modern Seiko chronograph with strong everyday versatility and an easy-wearing sports-watch profile. With its excellent condition and solid presentation package, this is a very attractive example of the Speedtimer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2982\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2982\"\u003eEvery case deserves a closer look.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Street Timepieces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58066677301551,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5359\/5439\/files\/IMG_4986.jpg?v=1781221323","url":"https:\/\/bakerstreettimepieces.com\/products\/case-498-seiko-speedtimer-ref-ssc961","provider":"Baker Street Timepieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}