Founded in 1955, the Seagull legacy was born out of a dream and a modest budget in Tianjin, the oldest industrial city in China. In fact some people also call the Seagull 1963 as Tianjin Seagull 1963. A simple dream of building their own watch, after spending years of just repairing movements for others. This is the story of the Seagull mechanical watch, Seagull 1963. In the watch world, history is arguably just as important as the components of the watch itself, and the 1963 lacks nothing in both regards. The Seagull 1963, or ‘304’ plays an important role in the history of Chinese military watches, and is therefore a must-have for watch collectors worldwide. Seagull’s ST1901 movement is a unique feat of traditional watchmaking, with roots tracing back to the Swiss-made Venus 175 movement. In 1955, Seagull acquired the patents and machinery to produce the Venus 175, using its technology to create the ST1901. This allowed Seagull to establish itself as a major player in the watchmaking industry, with the ST1901 becoming a highly sought-after movement for watch enthusiasts worldwide. The ST1901 boasts an impressive 21 jewels, a swan-neck regulator, and a 42-hour power reserve. Its meticulous finishing showcases Seagull’s commitment to excellence in traditional watchmaking techniques. As the heart of the iconic Seagull 1963 chronograph watch, the ST1901 ensures that the Seagull 1963 is not just a beautiful watch, but also a highly functional timepiece that can stand the test of time. ​ asking $110 obo