Seiko automatic (5?) what is it?
John Watson
warehouse. At $29.99 for a Seiko Automatic I figured I couldn't lose
much. I have loved it. It is stainless steel with a charcoal face,
gold accents (brass?), and day/date. The hands are illuminated. It even
appears to have a synthetic sapphire crystal, though this is only
supposition based on its ability to withstand my cruel treatment.
The markings are a "5" in a pentagon on the front below the SEIKO logo,
and the word automatic on the face. At the bottom of the face in print
I can only read under a loupe it says:
7009 (opposing half arrow symbol) 427R R
On the back plate it says:
SEIKO
WATER RESISTANT
271525
KY
(little symbol with oppsosing half arrows)
STAINLESS STEEL 7009-3040 F (the "f" is boxed)
The bracelet is marked with:
SEIKO on the clasp
B(8?)14 on one side and 97 E on the other of the back of the piece that
connects the bracelet to the pin.
I have heard that it was made for the european market and dumped on the
US, as well as many other, certainly more fanciful tales. I was also
informed that it was a 17 jeweled movement. I do not know how much
credence I give that as I have never cracked the case.
I would really like any info that anyone would be willing to give me,
both about the symbology and of my particular watch.
Thanks in advance!
John Watson
sharp...@webtv.net
the 20 years that I've been in the watch business. Produced in the
millions, they all have a minimum of 17 jewels. It is very popular in
3rd world countries because of its low cost, and obvious lack of need
for a battery. The various markings are probably date and place of
manufacure codes, since these are made in a multitude of places
throughout the world. They're pretty reliable, but have some inherent
weaknesses, like stick figures on dials, that come off, and winding
rotors that tend to loosen. It also is the only self winder, that I
know of, that can't be stem wound. Regards, Allan L. Menkin
rich...@tig.com.au
in Sarajevo for the equivalent of $60. From what I could find out they are
favoured by outdoor workers in eastern Europe who want a cheap, waterproof and
robust watch. An expert change of batteries may not be possible, so
electronic watches don't measure up. There is a lady's version also on
sale in Bosnia.
Does anybody know if Seiko 5s are still manufactured, or is old stock
being dumped? I got a blank stare when I asked for one at Sydney's chief
watch seller.
Richard Wright
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>At $29.99 you got a bargain! Seiko 5 automatics are still on regular sale
>in Sarajevo for the equivalent of $60. From what I could find out they are
>favoured by outdoor workers in eastern Europe who want a cheap, waterproof and
>robust watch. An expert change of batteries may not be possible, so
>electronic watches don't measure up. There is a lady's version also on
>sale in Bosnia.
>
>Does anybody know if Seiko 5s are still manufactured, or is old stock
>being dumped? I got a blank stare when I asked for one at Sydney's chief
>watch seller.
They are sold in Hawaii; case made in Hong Kong, movement made
in Singapore.
Wing
R.
them all day and night for $50-$60 dollars in a variety of styles, all with
metal bands.
Rob
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Gary D. Goodman wrote:
> In article <3643E086...@earthlink.net>, rrl...@earthlink.net
> says...
> > Seiko 5's are indeed alive and well. Especially here in NYC, you can buy
> > them all day and night for $50-$60 dollars in a variety of styles, all with
> > metal bands.
> >
> > Rob
> Where in NYC?
>
> On Canal Street...in many of the electronics shops.
Rob
Danny Vits
they are sold in Melbourne virtually by anyone selling Seiko watches.
In SS about $AU100 up to double that for goldplated versions.
Cheers
Danny
rich...@tig.com.au
Danny:
That's the price I paid in central Europe - and I've no guarantee!
I must get down your way more often.
Cheers,
Richard
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I'm wrong, Danny. This morning I checked at Prouds (again) and Angus and
Coote.
They do indeed both have Seiko automatics - but at $160.
adam...@gmail.com
Do you still keep the watch ?
Adam Tajudin
Malaysia