Seiko - King Seiko - No reserve price - 5626-7113 - Men - 1973

Presented for auction by Second Vintage A staple of vintage Seiko collecting, this King Seiko 5626-7113 represents a core part of the 1970s high-beat lineup. It features a desirable dual-language English and Kanji day wheel, retains its original signed crown, and is powered by the highly regarded automatic caliber 5626B. Brand: Seiko Model: King Seiko Reference Number: 5626-7113 Serial Number: 386414 Movement: Automatic caliber 5626B Dial: Sunburst with day-date complication Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1973 Condition: Good vintage condition. Movement serviced on 14 July 2026. Timegrapher: -4-8s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial presents an attractive sunburst finish, complemented by well-preserved applied indices and a crisp Seiko logo. The surface shows minor spotting and scattered debris, along with significant dark corrosion and surface damage immediately surrounding the applied KS emblem. The dauphine hands feature intact black central striping and remain well-preserved, showing only minor age-related surface oxidation and micro-scratches under macro inspection. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case retains good overall shape with generally well-defined geometry and edges. The polished surfaces display honest wear consistent with age, including typical light to moderate scratches, but are free of major dents or deep gouges. A smooth polished bezel frames the dial, showing light hairline scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The watch retains its original crown, clearly signed with the KS logo and featuring well-defined knurling with only minor wear. The flat crystal appears clear with no major scratches, chips, or cracks visible. Movement Inside is the automatic Seiko caliber 5626B, a 25-jewel high-beat movement that defined this era of King Seiko production. The movement appears generally clean, with the rotor and bridges showing standard finishing and no obvious heavy corrosion. Some minor surface marks are visible on the rotor. The timegrapher reads -4-8s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The movement was serviced on 14 July 2026. Strap The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring white contrast stitching and an unsigned steel buckle. It appears lightly used and remains in good wearable condition. Condition Good vintage condition. The movement was serviced on 14 July 2026 and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. The case displays honest wear with typical surface scratches while retaining its fundamental shape. The dial sunburst finish is attractive but compromised by localized heavy corrosion around the KS logo, alongside minor surface debris. The hands show light oxidation, and the flat crystal remains clear. The strap is lightly worn and ready for use. Dimensions The case measures 36 mm in diameter (excluding the crown). Remarks This King Seiko offers excellent mechanical performance and highly desirable functional details, including the English and Kanji day wheel. The presence of the original KS-signed crown and the high-beat 5626B caliber make it a highly functional and enjoyable vintage watch for daily wear. History The 56KS series was produced during a golden era of Japanese watchmaking in the early 1970s. Designed to offer high-beat precision and refined styling, the King Seiko line provided a robust and elegant alternative to its Grand Seiko sibling. The caliber 5626 became a foundation of Seiko's high-beat automatic offerings, celebrated for its reliability and smooth sweeping seconds hand. Today, the 56KS remains a core piece of vintage Seiko collecting, admired for its accessible entry into high-frequency mechanical watchmaking. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SKX-0003