Rare Vintage Seiko Sportsman Calendar 15042 Men’s 17J Manual Dress Watch JDM 60s

Up for sale is a rare vintage Seiko Sportsman Calendar 15042 men’s 17-jewel manual wind dress watch, produced for the Japan Domestic Market (JDM) during the 1960s. The Sportsman series is an important part of Seiko’s early mechanical watchmaking history, combining classic mid-century Japanese styling with dependable Seikosha manual wind movements. The watch is in full working condition and is running and holding accurate time over a 24-hour period. The Seikosha 17-jewel manual wind movement is operating properly. The watch features a classic light-colored dial with gold-tone applied hour markers and hands, along with a framed date window at the 3 o’clock position. Its gold-tone case and clean dial layout give the watch an elegant and unmistakably 1960s appearance. The watch is fitted on an aftermarket black leather strap. The watch is in good vintage physical condition with signs of use and age. The case and dial show age-related wear consistent with a watch of this era. The photos best describe its physical condition and should be reviewed carefully by interested buyers. Key Details: * Brand: Seiko * Model: Sportsman Calendar 15042 * Era: 1960s * Market: Japan Domestic Market (JDM) * Movement: Seikosha Manual Wind * Jewels: 17 * Display: Analog with date * Strap: Aftermarket black leather strap * Condition: Full working condition. Running and holding accurate time over a 24-hour period. * Physical Condition: Good vintage condition with signs of use and age A rare and attractive example of an early Seiko Sportsman Calendar, combining a 17-jewel Seikosha manual wind movement with classic 1960s styling and a practical date display. This 15042 would make an excellent addition to any vintage Seiko or Japanese watch collection. Ships carefully. Feel free to message me with any questions.