Seiko - Lord Matic - No reserve price - 5606-8050 - Men - 1974

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This Seiko Lord Matic embodies the refined aesthetic and mechanical innovation that defined Japanese watchmaking in the 1970s. With its sharp case lines and sophisticated dial layout, it represents a golden era of Seiko's design language, offering collectors a versatile and historically significant timepiece. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-8050 Serial Number: 400799 Movement: Automatic Caliber 5606A Dial: Clean silver sunburst dial with applied faceted indices and day-date complication Case Size: 37 mm Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1974 Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and a well-preserved dial Dial and Hands The watch features a beautiful silver sunburst dial that catches the light elegantly. It is adorned with applied, faceted baton hour markers that provide excellent depth and legibility. The dial is remarkably clean, showing minimal signs of age, free from significant spotting or discoloration. The applied Seiko and LM logos remain crisp and prominent. A framed day-date aperture sits at the three o'clock position, displaying the day in English and Kanji. The polished dauphine hands are well-preserved, complementing the indices perfectly and maintaining the sharp, dressy aesthetic of the Lord Matic line. Case and Crystal The 37mm stainless steel case retains its classic proportions and sharp, faceted lug profile, characteristic of Seiko's "Grammar of Design." The transition between the brushed upper surfaces and polished flanks is visible, though showing honest signs of wear consistent with its vintage. There are light surface scratches and minor handling marks throughout the case and smooth bezel, but no deep gouges or significant structural damage. The flat crystal is clear and provides an unobstructed view of the pristine dial beneath. The screw-down caseback is clearly engraved with the reference 5606-8050 and serial number 400799. Movement Powering this Lord Matic is the Seiko automatic caliber 5606A, a 25-jewel movement renowned for its reliability and smooth sweeping seconds hand. The movement presents cleanly in the photographs, with the rotor and bridges showing standard factory finishing. Running in vintage operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the era. The timegrapher indicates a performance of -48 to 54 s/d. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring a classic alligator grain pattern and contrasting white stitching. The strap is in excellent condition, showing minimal wear, and complements the silver dial and stainless steel case beautifully, securing with a standard steel pin buckle. Condition This Seiko Lord Matic is in good vintage condition. The case shows normal, honest wear with light scratches but retains its distinct shape and sharp lines. The dial is exceptionally well-preserved, remaining clean and vibrant. The movement is operational and visually clean. Dimensions Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Lord Matic is a superb example of Seiko's mid-century design prowess. Its combination of a clean sunburst dial, sharp faceted case, and reliable automatic movement makes it an excellent choice for both seasoned collectors and those new to vintage Seiko. History Introduced in the late 1960s, the Seiko Lord Matic (LM) line was positioned just below the King Seiko and Grand Seiko ranges, offering high-quality automatic movements and sophisticated designs to a broader audience. The 5600 series movements used in the LM line were highly regarded and even formed the basis for some King Seiko models. The Lord Matic series played a crucial role in cementing Seiko's reputation for producing reliable, stylish, and technologically advanced timepieces during a period of rapid innovation in the watch industry. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SLJ-0168