{"product_id":"vintage-1968-japan-seiko-lord-matic-weekdater-5606-7000-23jewels-automatic","title":"Vintage 1968 JAPAN SEIKO LORD MATIC WEEKDATER 5606-7000 23Jewels Automatic.","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 32px; color : #2B0000; margin-bottom: 36px;\"\u003eVintage 1968 JAPAN SEIKO LORD MATIC WEEKDATER 5606-7000 23Jewels 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\u003eLORD MATIC WEEKDATER 5606-7000 23Jewels \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 : 56 LORD MATIC WEEKDATER .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaliber number : 5606A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement : Automatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeat rate : 21600bph.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of manufacture start : 1968'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 number : 873752.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial number : JAPAN 5606-7000R AD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass : Acrylic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase size : About 35.5mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLug width : 19mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBand : Wrist size that can be worn is Up to about 185mm.\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 the day of the week can be in English or Kanji.\u003cbr\u003eSet of the date : The set at one stage pulling the crown.\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\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Inaugural Benchmark of Lord Matic History (1968):\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured in **1968**—a historic turning point that marked the official debut of the Lord Matic line—the reference **5606-7000** stands as the ultimate \"\"first generation\"\" founding reference of Suwa Seikosha’s iconic LM series. Positioned directly below the King Seiko range, this model pioneered high-utility executive luxury for the modern post-war workforce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Revolutionary Ultra-Slim 23-Jewel Caliber 5606 Engine:\u003c\/b\u003e Powering this landmark model is the inaugural **23-jewel Caliber 5606A**, operating at **21,600 vibrations per hour (vph)**. Engineered with an exceptionally thin profile that allowed Lord Matic watches to achieve unprecedented sleekness, this movement introduced modern executive necessities including **hacking seconds**, quick-set day\/date calendar control, and smooth hand-winding capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePurest \"\"Grammar of Design\"\" One-Piece Monocoque Case:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced under reference **5606-7000**, this reference features a rare front-loading **monocoque (one-piece) stainless steel case** with no traditional case back. Built strictly according to Taro Tanaka’s **\"\"Grammar of Design\"\"** rules, the sweeping lugs, flat mirror-polished Zaratsu planes, and low center of gravity allow the watch to sit completely flush against the wrist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSymmetrical Dual-Calendar Dial Harmony:\u003c\/b\u003e The dial of the **5606-7000** is a masterclass in late-1960s visual balance. Set against a radiant silver sunburst background, it displays **hand-applied, multifaceted rectangular block indices** with black center inserts and razor-sharp hands. Symmetrically framed at 3 o'clock, the dual calendar window houses a **bilingual (English\/Kanji) day disk** alongside the date wheel, offset by the polished applied **\"\"LM\"\" emblem** above 6 o'clock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistorical Milestone of Suwa's Automatic Heritage:\u003c\/b\u003e As the pioneer reference that birthed the legendary 56LM family in **1968**, the 5606-7000 holds unmatched historical significance for vintage Seiko purists. Combining an uncompromising monocoque Grammar of Design case with the inaugural 5606 movement, it remains an essential, investment-grade cornerstone reference for collectors worldwide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\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\/t1239616715.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"font-size: 24px;font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\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\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52148820640065,"sku":"t1239616715","price":83600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/8205\/0625\/files\/57_da2a8e9b-a7ad-4245-b8a5-c7914eb6570b.jpg?v=1788050579","url":"https:\/\/nonkun.com\/products\/vintage-1968-japan-seiko-lord-matic-weekdater-5606-7000-23jewels-automatic","provider":"NONKUN Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}