Seiko A031-5000 Glass Question

[quietman]

Hi,

Received an A031-5000 today in reasonable used condition. I think this is the Asian or non-European version of the A031. The metal surround of the glass could do with a polish but its not 100% clear if this surround Steel or Chrome. Anyone know one way or the other for sure?



I don't mind leaving it to be safe as the watch was pretty cheapo. But other than a few nicks on the case its the only scruffy bit on there.

MP.

[retroleds]

I'm like 98% sure it's stainless. You are obviously worried whether it is plated..unless the back indicates base metal, you are safe.

[quietman]

OK thanks for the reassurance.

The back of the watch says stainless steel so I'll get buffing

I had a painful experience recently with a pretty cool 70s Citizen Automatic in a big faceted glass case. Had 'Stainless Steel' on the back so I gave it a quick buff with 2000 and Tcut and the f'ing ring around the crystal was plated and is now 'kin brassed.