Seiko - Lord Matic 金月 (Kintsuki) – Golden Moon - No reserve price - 5606-7000 - Men - 1970

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage This Seiko Lord Matic is a remarkable example of Japanese horological history, combining the sophisticated design language of the early 1970s with fascinating provenance. A distinctive timepiece featuring a commemorative inscription from the President of the Japanese National Railways on the caseback, it serves as both a collectible artifact and a stylish dress watch. With its sharp case lines and original bracelet, this Lord Matic represents the high-quality mid-tier luxury that Seiko perfected during its golden era. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-7000 Serial Number: 062831 Movement: Automatic Caliber 5606 Dial: Silver vertically brushed Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold Plated (SGP) with Stainless Steel Back Production Year: 1970 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The watch presents with sharp factory lines on the case and a pristine dial, while the movement performance is healthy for a vintage piece. Dial and Hands The silver dial features a sophisticated vertical brushed texture that catches the light beautifully, creating a dynamic backdrop for the gold-applied indices. The hands are sharp and retain their original black inlay detailing, matching the indices perfectly. A framed day-date window sits at the three o'clock position, while the applied gold "LM" logo and Suwa factory symbol at six o'clock remain crisp and bright. The overall dial presentation is exceptionally clean and free from oxidation or spotting. Case and Crystal The case is finished in Seiko Gold Plate (SGP) and retains its distinctive grammar of design profile with sharp, unpolished edges on the lugs. While there are minor surface handling marks consistent with age, the gold plating remains thick and intact. The stainless steel caseback is a highlight, featuring a crisp commemorative engraving in Kanji relating to the Japanese National Railways, adding significant historical character. The crystal is clear and presents well, allowing for an unobstructed view of the textured dial. Movement Powered by the robust and highly regarded Caliber 5606 automatic movement, this watch offers reliable vintage performance. The movement features 23 jewels and is currently running within vintage tolerances with a reading of +30s to +35s/day, which indicates a healthy movement. Strap The watch is fitted with its original Seiko LM signed gold-tone multi-link bracelet. The bracelet matches the case perfectly and features the correct LM signed clasp. It fits a wrist size of approximately 18cm and shows normal vintage flexibility and light wear to the gold plating on the high-contact areas. Condition This timepiece is in excellent vintage condition. The most notable aspect is the preservation of the case geometry, which is often lost on gold-plated models from this era. The dial is near flawless, and the unique caseback engraving is deep and legible. It is a well-preserved example that wears its history with elegance. Dimensions With a case diameter of 36mm, this watch sits perfectly on the wrist in a classic vintage proportion. The lug-to-lug length ensures a comfortable presence that slides easily under a dress cuff. Remarks The specific reference 5606-7000 is a quintessential Lord Matic design, but the addition of the railway presentation engraving elevates this specific piece for collectors of Japanese domestic history. It is a functioning piece of industrial heritage that remains stylish today. History Introduced in 1968, the Lord Matic line was positioned just below the King Seiko and Grand Seiko lines, offering high-grade automatic movements in sophisticated case designs. The 5606 movement became a workhorse for Seiko's mid-to-high range watches, known for its thin profile and reliability. This particular model, produced in June 1970, hails from the golden age of mechanical watchmaking in Japan, a time when Seiko was rapidly establishing itself as a global leader in precision and design. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SAJ-0022