Vintage Seiko watch LordMatic 5606-7140 Automatic 1971 Black dial

SPECIFICATION

Reference : Seiko Lordmatic 5606-7140
Movement : calibre 5606 23 jewels
Age : January 1971
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 some light wear
  
• Case and bezel have some light marks and scratches
  
• Some minor pitting to the case around the bezel
• Matte black dial
  
• Fully serviced with upgraded metal working quickset
  
• Hands have some very light patina
• Day wheel in English and Kanji
  
• Paired with unworn black 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

The Lord Matic range showcased an impressive variety of dial and case styles, and we’re lucky to have several examples in stock. This particular piece, the 5606-7140, stands out with its matte black dial, English/Kanji day wheel, upgraded metal quickset, and a beautifully brushed case complemented by a polished bezel. Retaining its original finish, it perfectly embodies Seiko’s Grammar of Design principles and shares clear stylistic ties with the 56 King Seiko—a superb choice for anyone drawn to refined, vintage Seiko craftsmanship