Seiko - Lord Matic - No reserve price - 5606-7230 - Men - 1973

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This striking Seiko Lord Matic commands attention through its highly sought-after configuration, pairing a vibrant green gradient dial with a distinctive factory faceted crystal. Produced in 1973, it offers an engaging visual presence on the wrist, further distinguished by its desirable English and Kanji dual-language day wheel. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-7230 Serial Number: 386492 Movement: Automatic, caliber 5606A, 25 jewels Dial: Green gradient sunburst with applied faceted indices Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1973 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -20-25s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The striking and well-preserved dial features a vibrant green gradient sunburst finish that plays beautifully with the light. Applied faceted indices complement the clean, crisp printing, and the surface shows no visible moisture damage or significant spotting. The baton hands feature black center stripes. They display visible oxidation and surface degradation on the metal edges and luminous material, with this aged character being most prominent on the minute hand. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case displays honest wear with preserved geometry, featuring brushed upper surfaces contrasting with polished flanks. It exhibits light scratches and handling marks consistent with its age, with no major dents or deep gouges. A polished smooth bezel ring frames the face, showing light scratches and scuffs consistent with the rest of the case. The unsigned crown is partially recessed into the case flank. The watch is fitted with a distinctive faceted mineral crystal that exhibits light surface scratches and minor edge wear visible under reflection. Movement Powering the watch is the reliable Seiko caliber 5606A automatic movement, featuring 25 jewels and a desirable English and Kanji dual-language day wheel. The movement presents cleanly, with crisp engravings reading SEIKO, 25 JEWELS, and JAPAN 5606A across the plates and bridges. There is no visible corrosion or significant staining, and the rotor and visible components appear intact. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is paired with a black textured leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. The strap exhibits light wear and complements the aesthetic of the timepiece. Condition Good vintage condition. The vibrant green dial remains wonderfully preserved, providing a vivid backdrop beneath the distinctive faceted crystal, which shows minor edge wear and light surface scratches. The hands exhibit visible oxidation and surface degradation, particularly on the minute hand. The stainless steel case retains its geometry with light scratches and handling marks consistent with age. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is running strong and steady. Dimensions The case measures 36 mm in diameter (excluding the crown). Remarks This Lord Matic offers a highly sought-after configuration for Seiko enthusiasts. The combination of the green gradient dial, faceted crystal, and Kanji day wheel makes this a compelling vintage timepiece with immense visual character. History Introduced in the late 1960s, the Seiko Lord Matic line was positioned as a premium offering just below the prestigious King Seiko and Grand Seiko collections. Powered by the advanced 5600 series of automatic movements, the Lord Matic was celebrated for its reliability, slim profile, and sophisticated day-date complications. During the 1970s, Seiko experimented boldly with dial colors, textures, and faceted crystals, creating visually dynamic watches that reflected the design language of the era. Today, examples that retain their distinctive period features remain highly appreciated by vintage collectors. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-ALJ-0037