{"product_id":"vintage-seiko-wristwatch-lordmatic-special-5216-8020-auto-1975","title":"Vintage Seiko Wristwatch LordMatic Special 5216-8020 Auto 1975","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko Lordmatic Special 5216-8020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5216 23 jewel 28,800bph\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug to Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLugs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko watch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u0026amp; Papers:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-Months Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOINTS TO MENTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn fantastic pre-owned condition, with light wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase and bezel have some light scratches and marks\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully serviced Hi-beat movement \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish and Kanji day wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinen dial some light patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with a stainless steel bracelet that fits upto a 7 1\/2 inch wrist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE WATCH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDiscover 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!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eThis Lord Matic Special features a beautifully executed mix of polished and brushed surfaces, and its case design has earned it the affectionate nickname \u003cem data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"256\"\u003e“the baby Grand Seiko”\u003c\/em\u003e — at a glance, it’s remarkably close to the iconic 5646-70** series. The linen-textured dial adds real charm, while inside sits the refined Calibre 5216, produced at the Daini Seikosha factory in the mid-70s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"767\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eUnlike many modern watches at this price point, it offers hacking and hand-winding, along with quickset day-date. Running at 28,800 bph — considered high-beat for its era — it’s a wonderfully advanced movement for a vintage piece and a joy to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA BIT OF TRIVIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBoth 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSeiko'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'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUR THOUGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 'Baby GS' Lord Matic, this particular piece is one of the higher-grade variants and is very late for a LM made in 1975, running a crisp 28,800 bph hi-beat movement that delivers a smooth, refined sweep, along with an English\/Kanji day display. Freshly serviced and beautifully preserved, it offers the look, feel, and design language often associated with Grand Seiko 5646-70XX but at a fraction of the price, making it exceptional value for any vintage enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Past2PresentWatches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62007826645379,"sku":"SLM5821WO","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/2397\/4423\/files\/seiko-LMS-5216-8020-front-_4.jpg?v=1784293491","url":"https:\/\/past2presentwatches.com\/products\/vintage-seiko-wristwatch-lordmatic-special-5216-8020-auto-1975","provider":"Past2PresentWatches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}