Seiko - Lord Matic - No reserve price - 5606-5000 - Men - 1969

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This captivating Seiko Lord Matic exemplifies the bold and innovative design language that defined Japanese horology in the late 1960s. With its distinctive square case geometry and sophisticated dark textured dial, this timepiece captures the essence of a transformative era in watchmaking. Equipped with the highly regarded 5600 series caliber and featuring a dual-language day wheel, it represents a remarkable blend of everyday practicality and mid-century aesthetic charm, making it a compelling addition for any collector of vintage Seiko. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-5000 Serial Number: 958858 Movement: Automatic Caliber 5606, 23 Jewels Dial: Vertically brushed dark grey, applied indices, visible oxidation and edge patina Case Size: 31 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1969 Condition: Good vintage condition with authentic age-related patina Dial and Hands The dial features a striking vertically brushed dark grey surface that plays beautifully with the light. Applied silver-tone square hour markers with white inserts provide depth, accompanied by the applied Seiko and LM logos. A framed day-date aperture sits at the three o'clock position, offering both English and Kanji day displays. Careful inspection reveals clear signs of age, including oxidation and localized rust-colored patina on the lower hour markers, particularly around the six, seven, and eight o'clock positions. The dial edges show minor wear and age-consistent spotting. The baton hands feature matching white central stripes and exhibit noticeable tarnishing and oxidation, confirming the authentic, untouched nature of this vintage piece. Case and Crystal The thirty-one millimeter stainless steel case embraces a distinctive square geometry characteristic of late 1960s design. The case retains strong lines and defined lug profiles, with polished flanks transitioning smoothly into the squared bezel area. Honest signs of wear, including light surface scratches and handling marks, are present throughout the case and solid caseback, consistent with decades of use. The watch is fitted with a sharply angled crystal that perfectly follows the squared contours of the case, presenting a clear view of the dial beneath while showing minor surface wear. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Seiko automatic caliber 5606, a twenty-three jewel movement renowned for its reliability and integration into the Lord Matic family. The solid stainless steel caseback proudly displays the factory engravings, including the reference and serial numbers, alongside the Suwa factory symbol. Running in vintage operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the era, recording +60 to +66 seconds per day on the timegrapher. Strap The watch is paired with a handsome dark brown textured leather strap. It features contrasting cream stitching that complements the vintage aesthetic and is secured by a classic stainless steel pin buckle. Condition This Lord Matic is presented in good vintage condition. The case remains structurally sound with honest handling marks, while the dial and hands display clear, age-consistent patina, spotting, and oxidation. These visible aging characteristics provide a deeply authentic vintage character for the discerning collector. Dimensions The case measures 31 millimeters in diameter, excluding the crown, offering a refined and classic square profile on the wrist. Remarks This Seiko Lord Matic is a wonderful representation of the brand's daring design language of the late 1960s. The combination of the distinct square case, textured dark dial, and dual-language day wheel makes it a compelling acquisition for enthusiasts of Japanese horology. History Introduced in the late 1960s, the Seiko Lord Matic series was developed to offer a premium automatic watch experience, positioned proudly alongside the King Seiko and Grand Seiko lines. Utilizing the advanced 5600 series movements, the Lord Matic became a staple of mid-century Japanese watchmaking, celebrated for its robust engineering and highly varied, innovative case designs. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-LXX-0048