Seiko - Lord Matic - No reserve price - 5606-7140 - Men - 1970

Now available at auction from Second Vintage The Seiko Lord Matic represents a golden era of Japanese watchmaking, offering collectors a perfect blend of sophisticated design and robust mechanical engineering. Produced by the legendary Suwa Seikosha factory, the Lord Matic line was positioned just below the prestigious King Seiko and Grand Seiko collections, sharing much of their technical DNA and aesthetic refinement. This particular example showcases a quintessential 1970s tonneau case silhouette paired with a brilliantly preserved silver sunburst dial. It is a testament to Seiko's enduring design language, offering a versatile and historically significant timepiece that commands presence on the wrist while remaining effortlessly elegant. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-7140 Serial Number: 079623 Movement: Automatic Caliber 5606, 23 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst dial with applied faceted indices, exceptionally clean condition Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970 Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and an outstanding dial Dial and Hands The watch features a striking silver sunburst dial that catches and reflects light beautifully, creating a dynamic visual experience. The dial is exceptionally well-preserved, remaining clean and free from prominent spotting, moisture damage, or discoloration. It is adorned with applied faceted baton hour markers that provide excellent depth, complemented by the applied "SEIKO" and "LM" logos. The dial text, including "AUTOMATIC" and "23 JEWELS" along with the Suwa factory symbol, is crisply printed. A framed day-date aperture sits at the three o'clock position, displaying the classic English and Kanji date wheels. The dauphine-style hour and minute hands feature a distinctive black central stripe for enhanced legibility, paired with a slender needle sweep seconds hand, all remaining in excellent visual condition. Case and Crystal The 36mm stainless steel case features a classic tonneau or cushion-shaped profile characteristic of the era. The case displays honest vintage wear, with surface scratches and light scuffs visible on the polished bezel and the sweeping case flanks. The lug transitions retain their essential geometry, showing signs of use consistent with decades of wear without appearing overly polished. The watch is fitted with a domed crystal that protects the dial and sits cleanly above the polished bezel. The solid caseback is clearly engraved with the Suwa logo, serial number, and reference number, alongside the notable instruction "OPEN THRU GLASS PUSH SET LEVER PULL STEM," indicating its front-loading monocoque-style construction designed for improved water resistance. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Seiko Caliber 5606, a highly regarded automatic movement featuring 23 jewels. Developed by the Suwa Seikosha division, the 5600 series of movements is celebrated for its reliability and was widely utilized across Seiko's upper-tier models of the period. The movement is securely housed within the front-loading stainless steel case. Strap The watch is presented on a handsome black leather strap featuring dual white contrast stitching at the lugs. The strap is secured with a standard stainless steel pin buckle, offering a comfortable and stylish complement to the vintage silver dial. Condition This timepiece is presented in good vintage condition. The dial is the standout feature, remaining remarkably clean and vibrant with minimal signs of aging. The stainless steel case exhibits normal, honest wear with superficial scratches and handling marks throughout the polished surfaces, entirely consistent with a watch of this vintage. The engravings on the caseback remain fully legible. Dimensions The case measures 36 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks With its beautiful sunburst dial and classic cushion case, this Seiko Lord Matic is a highly wearable piece of horological history. It seamlessly bridges the gap between a formal dress watch and a daily wearer, making it an excellent addition to any vintage collection. History Introduced in the late 1960s, the Seiko Lord Matic (LM) series was created to offer a high-quality automatic watch for the discerning professional. Utilizing the sophisticated 5600 series movements, the Lord Matic shared technical foundations with the King Seiko and Grand Seiko lines, bringing premium features like hacking seconds and a quickset day-date mechanism to a broader audience. The Lord Matic remains a beloved collection among vintage enthusiasts today, celebrated for its diverse case designs, exceptional dials, and the undeniable mechanical pedigree of the Suwa Seikosha factory. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SLX-0059