Seiko Wristwatch LordMatic 5606-8030 Vintage 1974 Blue dial

SPECIFICATION

Reference : Seiko Lordmatic 5606-8030
Movement : Calibre 5606 25 jewel
Age : August 1974
Case Size : 37mm
Case Thickness : 10mm
Lug to Lug : 41mm
Lugs : 18mm
Condition : used Seiko watch
Box & Papers : No
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty

POINTS TO MENTION

• In great pre-owned condition, with light wear from use 
  
• Case and bezel have some light scratches and marks
  
• Stunning graduated blue sunburst dial
• Dial has some light patina
• English and Kanji day wheel
• Fully serviced with upgraded metal working quickset
  
• Paired with an unworn grey leather strap

Discover the legendary Seiko Lord Matic. Seiko introduced the Lord Matic line with the intention of continuing the Lord Marvel legacy, setting the bar high for this new series of watches. Thanks to Seiko's design expertise, they achieved their goal and more!

The Lord Matic line is equipped with a sophisticated 56 series movement, and sports a high-quality case design and finishing that takes it to new heights of elegance. Although originally positioned just below the King Seiko line, the Lord Matic quickly gained market demand, becoming a sensation in its own right. Its movement, the 5606, emerged as one of the most prevalent Seiko mechanical movements of its time.

A BIT OF TRIVIA

Both Suwa Seikosha factory (the makers of Grand Seiko) and Daini Seikosha factory (the makers of King Seiko) produced Lord Matic watches. The Suwa Seikosha factory created those with the 5600-series movements while Daini Seikosha factory made the 5100-series and the 5200-series.

Seiko's Lordmatic advertisements back then exemplified how Seiko positioned the Lord Matic watches as for “men on the way to the top.”. Today men and women wearing one have already reached the 'if you know you know phase'.

To those who wish to start their journey in vintage watches, the Lord Matic line is underrated and a lot more reasonably priced. If you want the functionality and the pedigree but without paying for the premium of the King Seiko and Grand Seiko, I highly recommend seeking out a Lord Matic

OUR THOUGHTS

This Seiko Lord Matic 5606-8030 from 1974, was part of Seiko's refined, mid-tier lineup designed for professionals. It features a striking graduated blue sunburst dial housed in a 37mm case with brushed and mirror-polished surfaces. Powered by the automatic 5606A movement, it includes a quickset day-date function with bilingual display—English and Kanji. The design follows Seiko’s famed Grammar of Design, sharing visual cues with the King Seiko 56 series. This well-preserved example retains its original finish, highlighting its vintage character and craftsmanship. A perfect blend of history, style, and mechanical reliability—ideal for any vintage watch enthusiast.