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Citizen Automatic 6501 Men’s Vintage Classic 21J Dress Watch JDM 1970s
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MODEL:
Citizen Vintage
Citizen Vintage
MOVEMENT:
Mechanical (Automatic)
Mechanical (Automatic)
YEAR:
1970-1979
1970-1979
CASE SIZE:
38 mm
38 mm
CASE MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
DIAL COLOR:
Green
Green
BAND MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is a rare vintage Citizen Automatic 6501 men’s 21-jewel classic dress watch, produced for the Japan Domestic Market (JDM) during the 1970s. This exceptionally distinctive model features a beautiful green dial with bold applied hour markers, paired with a unique blackened steel case and matching bracelet that give the watch a striking appearance unlike more traditional Citizen watches from the era.
The watch has an issue with the day wheel where it is misaligned and does not display properly. Aside from this issue, the watch is in full working condition and is running and holding accurate time over a 24-hour period.
All parts of the watch are original, including the original blackened steel Citizen bracelet.
The watch is in good vintage physical condition with signs of use and age. The photos best describe its physical condition and should be reviewed carefully by interested buyers.
Key Details:
* Brand: Citizen
* Model: Automatic 6501
* Era: 1970s
* Market: Japan Domestic Market (JDM)
* Movement: Automatic
* Jewels: 21
* Dial: Green
* Display: Day-Date
* Case: Blackened steel
* Bracelet: Original blackened steel Citizen bracelet
* Condition: Full working condition aside from misaligned day wheel; running and holding accurate time over a 24-hour period
* Physical Condition: Good vintage condition with signs of use and age
A very unique and collectible vintage Citizen, highlighted by its beautiful green dial and unusual blackened steel case and bracelet. The combination of its distinctive 1970s styling, original components, and 21-jewel automatic movement makes it an excellent addition to any vintage Citizen or JDM watch collection.
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ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Bezel Color:Black
Number of Jewels:21 Jewels
With Papers:No
Reference Number:6501, 4-651081
Vintage:Yes
Band/Strap:Bracelet
Case Color:Black
Department:Men
Type:Wristwatch
Band Color:Black
Style:Casual, Classic, Dress/Formal
With Original Box/Packaging:No
Features:12-Hour Dial, Day/Date
Country of Origin:Japan
Display:Analog
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