Seiko - Lord Matic - No reserve price - 5606-7290 - Men - 1974

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This striking 1974 Seiko Lord Matic immediately commands attention with its vibrant blue gradient dial and distinctive multi-faceted crystal. Highly sought-after by collectors of 1970s Japanese horology, this particular configuration highlights the era's adventurous design language, pairing a beautifully preserved sunburst finish with a classic angular case geometry and a Kanji and English day display. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-7290 Serial Number: 419830 Movement: Automatic caliber 5606A, 25 jewels Dial: Vibrant blue gradient sunburst with gold-tone accents and Kanji/English day-date Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1974 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -49-53s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The vibrant blue gradient sunburst dial is excellently preserved and visually striking. Applied indices feature gold-tone accents that perfectly complement the dial surface, while all printing remains crisp with no visible loss. The dial surface is notably clean, showing no significant spotting or damage. Gold-tone baton hands feature black center stripes, retaining their intact lume plots and showing minimal signs of oxidation or wear. A Kanji and English day-date aperture sits cleanly at the three o'clock position. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features brushed and polished surfaces over classic 1970s angular geometry. The case lines remain relatively well-defined, showing honest vintage wear with moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with its age. A polished smooth bezel ring frames the dial and exhibits light scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The watch retains an unsigned crown that sits partially recessed into the case flank. Above the dial, a distinctive multi-faceted crystal adds immense character, showing some light scratches and minor edge wear visible upon close inspection. Movement Inside beats the automatic Seiko caliber 5606A, featuring 25 jewels. The movement presents a clean overall appearance, with the rotor and bridges showing standard factory finishing and no obvious signs of heavy corrosion or moisture damage. The timegrapher records a rate of -49-53s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a black textured leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. The strap appears lightly used with minimal creasing and provides a highly complementary aesthetic to the vintage dial. Condition Good vintage condition. The stainless steel case displays honest vintage wear, with moderate scratches and handling marks present across the brushed and polished surfaces, though the underlying geometry remains well-defined. The blue gradient dial and matching hands are remarkably clean and well-preserved. The multi-faceted crystal shows minor edge wear and light scratches. Dimensions The case measures 36 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Lord Matic offers a fantastic opportunity to acquire a highly charismatic 1970s Seiko. The combination of the vivid blue gradient dial, the gold-tone accents, and the multi-faceted crystal creates a compelling visual presence on the wrist. History Introduced in the late 1960s, the Seiko Lord Matic series was positioned as a premium offering just below the King Seiko and Grand Seiko lines. Powered by the sophisticated 5600 series of automatic movements, the Lord Matic range became a canvas for Seiko to experiment with bold case shapes, vibrant dial colors, and unusual crystal designs throughout the 1970s. Today, these models are celebrated by vintage enthusiasts for their excellent build quality and unmistakable period aesthetic. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-ALJ-0038