Seiko - Lord Matic - No reserve price - 5606-7240 - Men - 1972

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This is a superb example of Seiko’s celebrated Lord Matic line, a collection that bridged the gap between the brand's accessible everyday watches and their top-tier Grand and King Seiko models. The Lord Matic series is highly regarded by collectors for its sophisticated design language, often echoing the famous "Grammar of Design" principles, and for housing the robust and refined 56xx series of automatic movements. This particular reference showcases a timeless aesthetic with its sharp case lines and brilliant sunburst dial, capturing the essence of Japanese watchmaking excellence from the early 1970s. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-7240 Serial Number: 277062 Movement: Seiko Caliber 5606A Automatic, 25 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst dial with applied faceted indices, exceptionally clean and well-preserved Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Date: July 1972 Condition: Excellent vintage condition with sharp case lines and a pristine dial Dial and Hands The watch features a striking silver dial characterized by a prominent, light-catching sunburst texture that radiates beautifully from the center pinion. The dial furniture is of high quality, featuring applied, faceted rectangular hour markers, each detailed with a central black stripe for enhanced legibility. The applied "SEIKO" logo at twelve o'clock and the applied "LM" logo at six o'clock add excellent depth to the dial, accompanied by the printed "AUTOMATIC," "25 JEWELS," and the Suwa Seikosha factory emblem. A finely framed day and date aperture is positioned at three o'clock, displaying a distinctively vintage Kanji and English day wheel. The dauphine-style hour and minute hands mirror the indices with matching black central stripes, sweeping across the dial alongside a slender central seconds hand. A close inspection of the dial reveals an exceptionally clean surface, free from moisture damage, spotting, or significant signs of aging, presenting a crisp and highly attractive appearance. Case and Crystal The 36 mm stainless steel case is a testament to Seiko's distinctive mid-century case architecture. It features sharply angled, integrated-style lugs with a distinct transition between the vertically brushed upper surfaces and the highly polished case flanks. The polished smooth bezel frames the crystal securely. The case exhibits honest, age-consistent signs of wear, including minor surface scratches and light handling marks, but retains its factory geometry and sharp lug profiles without appearing over-polished. The knurled crown is positioned slightly recessed at three o'clock. The screw-down stainless steel caseback is clearly engraved with the Seiko branding, Suwa logo, and all relevant reference and serial numbers, remaining highly legible. The watch is fitted with a flat Hardlex mineral crystal, which remains clear and well-preserved, offering an unobstructed view of the stunning dial beneath. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Seiko Caliber 5606A, a highly respected 25-jewel automatic movement produced by the Suwa Seikosha factory. Visual inspection of the movement reveals a clean architecture with the rotor proudly stamped with "SEIKO," "25 JEWELS," and "JAPAN 5606A." This caliber is known for its reliability and features both automatic winding and a quickset mechanism for the day and date functions. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher indicates a reading of -20 seconds per day. Strap The watch is fitted with a handsome aftermarket black leather strap featuring a classic crocodile grain pattern and contrasting white perimeter stitching. The strap complements the vintage aesthetic of the watch perfectly and is secured with a standard stainless steel pin buckle. Condition This Seiko Lord Matic is presented in excellent vintage condition. The dial is the standout feature, remaining remarkably clean and free of the common spotting or edge degradation often found in watches of this era. The stainless steel case retains its sharp, factory-intended lines and alternating brushed and polished finishes, showing only moderate, honest wear consistent with careful use over the decades. The movement presents cleanly, and the overall visual impact of the watch is highly impressive, making it a premium addition to any vintage collection. Dimensions The case measures 36 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks The 5606-7240 is a quintessential representation of Seiko's design ethos during the early 1970s. The combination of the angular case, the immaculate silver sunburst dial, and the reliable 56 series movement makes this Lord Matic a highly versatile and collectible timepiece. It offers the refined aesthetics and mechanical pedigree of Seiko's higher-end lines in a highly wearable and universally appealing package. History Introduced in 1968, the Lord Matic (LM) series was positioned just below the King Seiko and Grand Seiko lines, serving as a premium offering for the discerning professional. Manufactured primarily by the Suwa Seikosha factory, the LM line was instrumental in solidifying Seiko's reputation for producing high-quality, reliable, and beautifully designed automatic watches. The 56xx movement family utilized in the Lord Matic series was so successful that it was later adapted and chronometer-certified for use in King Seiko and Grand Seiko models, underscoring the exceptional engineering foundation of watches like this 5606-7240. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-LJX-0006