Seiko - Lord Matic - No reserve price - 5606-7360 - Men - 1974

Available now on auction by Second Vintage This captivating timepiece represents the height of Seiko's expressive design era during the 1970s, a period where bold colors and geometric experimentation took center stage. The Lord Matic line was positioned proudly as a premium offering, boasting sophisticated automatic movements and striking aesthetics. This particular example is a visual delight, featuring a mesmerizing green gradient dial housed beneath a dramatic faceted crystal, capturing and playing with light from every angle. It is a quintessential vintage Seiko that offers immense wrist presence and undeniable retro charm for the discerning collector. Brand: Seiko Model: Lord Matic Reference Number: 5606-7360 Serial Number: 481770 Movement: Automatic Caliber 5606A, 25 Jewels Dial: Striking emerald green gradient dial with applied faceted indices, presenting an exceptionally clean and well-preserved surface devoid of visible damage. Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1974 Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a beautifully preserved dial and honest case wear. Dial and Hands The dial is an absolute standout, featuring a rich emerald green tone that shifts beautifully under different lighting conditions due to its subtle vertical brushing and gradient effect. It presents in stunningly clean condition, remaining free of moisture spots, stains, or print loss, which is a remarkable feat for colored dials of this era. The dial furniture is highly dimensional, utilizing applied silver-tone faceted indices with crisp white central inserts that perfectly match the handset. The applied Seiko and LM logos are sharp and prominent, sitting above the crisply printed Suwa factory symbol and jewel count. At the three o'clock position, a precisely framed day-date window displays a dual-language wheel, prominently featuring Kanji characters. The matching silver-tone baton hands are excellently preserved, sweeping across the vibrant green canvas with perfect legibility. Case and Crystal The 36 millimeter stainless steel case features a classic 1970s cushion profile with integrated-style hooded lugs, providing a seamless flow from the case to the bracelet. The architecture relies on a handsome contrast between the horizontally brushed top surfaces and the brightly polished case flanks. The case remains in good, honest vintage condition, displaying light surface scratches and handling marks consistent with normal wear over the decades, while still retaining its strong factory geometry and sharp lug transitions. The watch is fitted with a highly distinctive faceted crystal, a signature element of premium 1970s Seiko design. The crystal features a flat central surface surrounded by steeply angled facets that create a kaleidoscope effect over the dial. The crystal shows some light, age-consistent surface scratches along the angled edges, which do not detract from the overall dramatic visual impact of the timepiece. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Seiko Caliber 5606A, a highly regarded 25-jewel automatic movement produced by the Suwa Seikosha factory. The movement is cleanly presented, with the rotor clearly stamped with the Seiko branding and caliber details. Visual inspection of the caliber reveals a well-maintained mechanism with light, age-appropriate surface patina on the plates and rotor. Running in vintage operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the era, with the timegrapher indicating a rate of +66 to +69 seconds per day. Strap The watch is fitted with its original stainless steel multi-link bracelet, which perfectly complements the integrated lug design of the case. The bracelet features brushed flat links with polished central accents, creating a sophisticated texture on the wrist. The folding clasp is deeply stamped with the Seiko and LM logos, confirming its originality. The endlinks are correctly stamped with the codes XBA and 120. The bracelet exhibits moderate stretch and light surface wear consistent with its age, and is sized to accommodate a wrist up to 17.5 centimeters. Condition This Lord Matic is presented in excellent vintage condition, striking a perfect balance between outstanding dial preservation and honest exterior wear. The emerald green dial is the undisputed highlight, remaining virtually flawless and retaining all of its original factory vibrancy. The stainless steel case and faceted crystal show normal, superficial scratches indicative of regular, careful enjoyment over the past fifty years. The presence of the original signed bracelet completes this highly original and deeply attractive vintage package. Dimensions The stainless steel case measures a versatile 36 millimeters in diameter, excluding the crown. The integrated bracelet design allows the watch to wear with substantial presence, currently sized to fit a wrist of 17.5 centimeters comfortably. Remarks Colored dial variations of the Seiko Lord Matic, particularly those retaining their original faceted crystals and signed bracelets, are increasingly sought after by vintage enthusiasts. The combination of the deep green gradient dial and the architectural crystal makes this a highly charismatic piece that captures the very essence of 1970s horological design. History Introduced in 1968, the Seiko Lord Matic series was created to bridge the gap between the mid-tier Seiko 5 models and the ultra-premium King Seiko and Grand Seiko lines. Utilizing the advanced 5600 series calibers, the LM range offered high-beat precision and sophisticated day-date complications in a slimmer profile. During the 1970s, the Lord Matic line became Seiko's canvas for aesthetic exploration, resulting in some of the most vibrant dials and adventurous case shapes of the era. Today, these expressive models are celebrated as triumphs of Seiko's Grammar of Design philosophy. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-ALJ-0034