Seiko - Lord Matic - No reserve price - 5606-7310 - Men - 1973

Now available at auction from Second Vintage The Seiko Lord Matic stands as a brilliant testament to the brand's creative zenith in the 1970s, a period where mechanical excellence met daring, expressive design. Positioned proudly in Seiko’s catalog as a sophisticated offering just below the King Seiko and Grand Seiko lines, the Lord Matic series was the canvas for some of the era's most captivating dials and case geometries. This particular example is a visual triumph, boasting a mesmerizing colored dial and a complex faceted crystal that perfectly captures the bold aesthetic spirit of its time. It is a highly collectible piece that offers both robust daily wearability and tremendous vintage charm. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-7310 Serial Number: 306351 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 5606A, 23 Jewels Dial: Deep green gradient with a lighter central vertical band and gold-tone applied indices; exceptionally clean condition with no visible spots or damage. Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1973 Condition: Excellent vintage condition with sharp case lines and a flawlessly preserved dial. Dial and Hands The dial of this Lord Matic is a masterful display of 1970s Seiko design, featuring a captivating deep green gradient that transitions into a striking, lighter pale-green and silver vertical band down the center. The surface is finished with a delicate vertical brushing that interacts beautifully with the light. It is adorned with applied, gold-tone faceted baton indices featuring black central stripes, matched perfectly by the applied gold-tone "SEIKO" and "LM" logos. The typography is crisp and fully intact, including the printed "AUTOMATIC" and "23 JEWELS" text alongside the Suwa Seikosha symbol. At three o'clock, a gold-tone framed window displays the day and date, notably featuring a highly desirable dual-language English and Kanji day wheel. The gold-tone baton hands carry matching black central stripes and remain bright and clean. Crucially, the dial is in stunning condition, remaining remarkably clean and free of any visible moisture marks, spotting, discoloration, or surface damage. Case and Crystal The 36mm stainless steel case exemplifies Seiko’s renowned grammar of design, featuring a sharp, angular lug profile with broad, flat surfaces. The case retains excellent definition, showcasing a crisp transition between the horizontally brushed upper lug surfaces and the highly polished case flanks. While it exhibits honest, superficial signs of light vintage wear consistent with its age, the case remains sharp and unpolished in appearance. The watch is fitted with a spectacular faceted crystal, a hallmark of premium 1970s Seiko design, which adds incredible depth and geometric intrigue to the dial below. The crystal shows only minor edge wear visible under close inspection, remaining beautifully clear and structurally sound. The unsigned crown is neatly tucked into the case side, and the screw-down stainless steel caseback is clearly engraved with the factory reference and serial numbers. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Seiko Caliber 5606A, a 23-jewel automatic movement renowned for its reliability and sophisticated architecture. The movement presents beautifully in the photographs, with a clean rotor clearly stamped with the Seiko branding and caliber details. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. (+10 to +14 seconds per day with strong amplitude). Strap The watch is paired with a high-quality, period-appropriate black leather strap. The strap is detailed with contrasting gold-tone stitching that perfectly complements the golden indices and hands on the dial, completing the watch's cohesive and elegant presentation. Condition This timepiece is presented in excellent vintage condition. The case retains its sharp factory lines and attractive brushed finishes, showing only normal, light handling marks. The highly expressive green dial is outstandingly preserved, showing no signs of degradation or spotting. The faceted crystal remains clear and visually striking, and the movement is exceptionally clean and running with impressive precision. Dimensions The case measures 36 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks With its vibrant green vertically brushed dial, striking faceted crystal, and sharp angular case, this Lord Matic is a quintessential example of 1970s Japanese watchmaking at its most dynamic. The inclusion of the Kanji day wheel and the exceptionally clean condition make this a compelling acquisition for any serious Seiko enthusiast or collector of distinct vintage designs. History Introduced in 1968, the Lord Matic (LM) line was created to serve as Seiko's premium mid-tier offering, sitting just below the elite King Seiko and Grand Seiko collections. Utilizing the sophisticated 5600 series movements—which were also adapted for use in King Seiko and Grand Seiko models—the Lord Matic offered exceptional mechanical quality. Beyond its robust movement, the LM line became famous for its incredible variety of case shapes, vibrant dial colors, and faceted crystals, capturing the optimistic and experimental design ethos of the 1970s. Today, these models are celebrated by collectors for their unmistakable vintage character and enduring mechanical quality. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-LXX-0050