Seiko - Lord Marvel 36000 - No reserve price - 5740-8000 - Men - 1967

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This sought-after Seiko Lord Marvel 36000 features a highly desirable configuration, pairing a striking silver linen dial with crisp black printed Arabic numerals. Beneath this exceptional dial beats the historically significant 5740C manual-winding movement, renowned as the brand's first 36,000 bph high-beat caliber. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Marvel Reference Number: 5740-8000 Serial Number: 7N03413 Movement: Manual-winding caliber 5740C, 23 jewels Dial: Silver linen texture with black printed Arabic numerals Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1967 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +45+47s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The dial is exceptionally clean and well-preserved, featuring a striking silver linen texture that catches the light beautifully. Crisp black printed Arabic numerals and a matching minute track provide excellent legibility against the textured surface. There is no visible staining, spotting, or moisture damage on this remarkable dial. The watch is fitted with black dauphine hands, which present in original condition with minor age-related wear, showing slight surface oxidation and unevenness in the black finish visible under macro magnification. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case displays honest wear with strong geometry. It retains sharp lug geometry and defined edges, with light surface scratches consistent with normal wear and no major dents or deep dings visible. The integrated polished bezel exhibits light hairline scratches consistent with the rest of the case. On the right side, an unsigned knurled crown remains in good condition with defined knurling. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, presenting no significant scratches, crazing, or distortion. Movement Inside beats the historically significant manual-winding Seiko caliber 5740C, proudly engraved with 23 jewels. The movement is visually excellent, featuring clean plates and bridges with no visible corrosion or staining, though minor handling marks are present on some screw heads. +45+47s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is paired with a black textured leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. The strap appears new or minimally worn, complementing the classic aesthetic of the dial. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The stainless steel case is well-preserved, showing light surface scratches consistent with normal wear while maintaining sharp lug geometry. The silver linen dial is exceptionally clean and free of visible moisture damage or spotting, paired with black dauphine hands that show minor surface oxidation visible under magnification. The movement is visually clean with minor handling marks on some screw heads. Dimensions The case measures 35mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Seiko Lord Marvel offers a sought-after configuration with its striking silver linen dial and black Arabic numerals. Powered by the historically significant 5740C high-beat movement and preserved with strong case geometry, it is a superb choice for collectors of significant Japanese timepieces. History Introduced in the late 1960s, the Seiko Lord Marvel 36000 holds a pivotal place in Japanese watchmaking history. The reference 5740-8000 was powered by the caliber 5740C, which was Seiko's first 36,000 beats per hour high-beat movement. This technical achievement allowed for increased precision and smoother sweeping seconds, setting the stage for the brand's future high-frequency calibers. Today, the Lord Marvel 36000 remains highly respected among collectors for its mechanical significance and refined, classical design. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-LMN-0001