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Seiko 5 5126-7020 Men’s Vintage 23J Automatic Dress Sports Watch JDM 1970s

■ STATUS: SOLD
THIS TIMEPIECE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME
LAST PRICE
$275.00
BRAND:
Seiko
MODEL:
Seiko 5
MOVEMENT:
Mechanical (Automatic)
UNIT CONDITION:
Pre-owned - Good
YEAR:
1960-1969
CASE SIZE:
39 mm
CASE MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel
DIAL COLOR:
Orange
BAND MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is an extremely rare vintage Seiko 5 5126-7020 men’s 23-jewel automatic dress sports watch, produced for the Japan Domestic Market (JDM) during the 1970s. This highly collectible model features a stunning and exceptionally rare bright orange dial, accented by silver-tone hour markers, a contrasting black minute track, and a day-date display. The vibrant orange dial is particularly difficult to find on surviving examples of this reference, making this a unique and desirable vintage Seiko. The watch is in full working condition and is running and holding accurate time over a 24-hour period. All features and functions are operating properly. The watch is fitted on an aftermarket stainless steel bracelet. The watch shows signs of use and age consistent with a vintage piece from the 1970s. Please note that there is a crack in the bezel, which can be seen in the photographs. This is a cosmetic issue and does not affect the functionality or timekeeping of the watch. The photos best describe its physical condition and should be reviewed carefully prior to purchase. Key Details: * Brand: Seiko * Model: Seiko 5 * Reference: 5126-7020 * Movement: Seiko 5126, 23-Jewel Automatic * Era: 1970s * Market: Japan Domestic Market (JDM) * Dial: Extremely rare bright orange dial with silver-tone hour markers * Features: Automatic movement, day-date display * Condition: Full working condition, running and holding accurate time over a 24-hour period * Bracelet: Aftermarket stainless steel bracelet * Noted Flaw: Crack in the bezel, cosmetic only with no effect on functionality * Physical Condition: Vintage condition with signs of use and age An exceptionally rare and highly collectible vintage Seiko 5, featuring a beautiful and vibrant orange dial that is seldom encountered on surviving examples of this model. Its distinctive styling, rare dial configuration, and reliable 23-jewel automatic movement make it a fantastic addition to any vintage Seiko collection, particularly for collectors seeking unusual and difficult-to-find JDM references. Ships carefully. Feel free to message me with any questions.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Bezel Color:Silver
Number of Jewels:23 Jewels
With Papers:No
Vintage:Yes
Reference Number:5126-7020
Band/Strap:Bracelet
Case Color:Silver
Department:Men
Type:Wristwatch
Band Color:Silver
Style:Casual, Classic, Dress/Formal, Sport
With Original Box/Packaging:No
Features:12-Hour Dial, Day/Date
Country of Origin:Japan
Display:Analog

► ARCHIVE FILE: SEIKO — BRAND HISTORY

Maker of Japan's first wristwatch in 1913 and the world's first quartz wristwatch in 1969, Seiko is now a Ginza-based group that builds mechanical, quartz and Spring Drive watches.

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