{"product_id":"vintage-1968-japan-seiko-seiko-bell-matic-calendar-4005-7000-27jewels-automatic-1","title":"Vintage 1968 JAPAN SEIKO SEIKO BELL-MATIC CALENDAR 4005-7000 27Jewels Automatic.","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 32px; color : #2B0000; margin-bottom: 36px;\"\u003eVintage 1968 JAPAN SEIKO SEIKO BELL-MATIC CALENDAR 4005-7000 27Jewels Automatic.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWelcome to my auction!\u003cbr\u003eI am Japanese who live in Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 24px; color : #2B0000; margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003eItem description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 24px; color:red; margin: 0 50px 18px 35px;\"\u003e\nIt's a SEIKO Automatic Watch, \u003cb\u003eSEIKO BELL-MATIC CALENDAR 4005-7000 27Jewels \u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIt's in good used condition.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's difficult to find this valuable watch in such a good condition.\nHighly recommended for SEIKO collectors!\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdl style=\"margin:0 0 34px 90px\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#970000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement : \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet name : SEIKO BELL-MATIC CALENDAR .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaliber No. : 4005A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement : Automatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeat rate : 19800bph.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of manufacture start : 1967's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory : Suwa.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#970000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExternals : \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial No. : 864287.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial No. : JAPAN 4005-7000T AD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass : Acrylic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase size : About 36.8mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLug width : 19mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBand : New Leather Strap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#970000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition : \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed, it runs well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick set(Day\/Date) : Okay.\u003cbr\u003eSet of the days of the week : Iteration the hour hand at 10:00 and 1:00\u003cbr\u003eSet of the date: Press the button near the 3:00 position. \u003cbr\u003eInternal bezel Set : The set at one stage pulling the crown.\u003cbr\u003eBell Set:Pull the button near the 3:00 position. \u003cbr\u003eCrown\/pushers: Excellent Condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe day difference time of an used watch is about +-1 minute \/ day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor practical, everyday use, it would be advisable to have the movement cleaned and oiled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#970000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Rare Sovereign Pinnacle of Early Mechanical Alarms (1968):\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured in \u003cb\u003e1968\u003c\/b\u003e—a monumental year during Japan's peak mechanical watchmaking era—the \u003cb\u003eSeiko Bell-Matic Calendar\u003c\/b\u003e reference \u003cb\u003e4005-7000\u003c\/b\u003e represents the rare, ultra-desirable single-date flagship variant of Seiko's mechanical alarm series. Produced by \u003cb\u003eSuwa Seikosha\u003c\/b\u003e, the short-lived 4005 caliber series was made for only a brief period before being superseded by the day-date 4006 line, making it one of the most coveted Bell-Matic references among vintage horological purists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Over-Engineered 27-Jewel Caliber 4005 Automatic Alarm Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Powering this rare mechanical marvel is the top-tier \u003cb\u003e27-jewel Caliber 4005A\u003c\/b\u003e, an in-house automatic engine operating at \u003cb\u003e18,000 vibrations per hour (vph)\u003c\/b\u003e. Boasting the highest jewel count ever offered in the Bell-Matic family, its lavish \u003cb\u003e27-jewel specification\u003c\/b\u003e ensures buttery-smooth rotor winding and minimal pivot friction. It integrates a fully mechanical hammer-and-gong alarm mechanism paired with a quick-set date calendar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDistinctive Two-Function Crown and Alarm Pusher Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered with incredible mid-century mechanical ingenuity, the \u003cb\u003e4005-7000\u003c\/b\u003e features a two-stage crown and a dedicated alarm control pusher at 2 o'clock. The wearer rotates the internal alarm bezel via the pulled crown to set the desired ring time, winds the separate alarm spring, and pulls the 2 o'clock pusher outward to arm the mechanical chime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArchitectural \"\"7000\"\" Stainless Steel Case and Rotating Inner Ring:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced in a solid stainless steel case, the reference \u003cb\u003e7000\u003c\/b\u003e case architecture features sweeping, multifaceted lugs and polished surfaces inspired by early \u003cb\u003e\"\"Grammar of Design\"\"\u003c\/b\u003e principles. Framing a radiant sunburst dial, the central rotating alarm indicator bezel is anchored by hand-applied hour markers, sharp hands, and a framed date window at 3 o'clock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn Investment-Grade Grail of Suwa's Alarm Heritage:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to its extremely limited production run in \u003cb\u003e1968\u003c\/b\u003e and its elite 27-jewel movement configuration, the 4005-7000 Bell-Matic Calendar stands as an absolute grail reference for serious Seiko collectors worldwide. Combining executive mechanical complexity with daily alarm utility, it remains an irreplaceable piece of Japanese watchmaking history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl style=\"margin:0 0 34px 40px\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"font-size: 24px;font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eFor more information, please look at the pictures.\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 14px 0 40px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/nonkun.boy.jp\/img_ebay\/c1243513071.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"font-size: 24px;font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"margin-left: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBefore buying.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left : 30px;\"\u003eThe vintage watches we sell are inspected and adjusted so they work fine. However, since it is an vintage watch, Please purchase on the assumption that it will be repaired.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTo prevent shipping accidents.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left : 30px;\"\u003ePlease monitor the tracking number until the item arrives and if it stagnates, please investigate at your country post office. Also, please confirm the item when you receive the item.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout import taxes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left : 30px;\"\u003eTaxes such as import duties and VAT are not included in the item price or shipping charges, except for items shipped to the US. When you purchase, you will likely be required to pay these fees in your country.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout Payment, Shipping, Return.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left : 30px;\"\u003ePayment, Shipping, Return are in accordance with eBay's business policies.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67833910264129,"sku":"c1243513071","price":98000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/8205\/0625\/files\/57_dbc880cb-0676-4e43-9f84-f4f8f302a535.jpg?v=1791423568","url":"https:\/\/nonkun.com\/en\/products\/vintage-1968-japan-seiko-seiko-bell-matic-calendar-4005-7000-27jewels-automatic-1","provider":"NONKUN Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}