Description:
Nearly a King Seiko! This watch is all but identical to the KS featured for sale on this site. This is the 5246 5039 as opposed to the 5030 designation of the KS version. Unusual case shape in good condition using the 5246 calibre which featured instantaneous day date change at midnight. Likewise an unusual and attractive typical 1970s dial. Dates to April 1973.
Dimensions:
Diameter 33mm excluding crown
Thickness 9mm
Lug width 18mm
Case:
Gold plated with combination polished and brushed finish
Stainless steel back removable via push tabs between the lugs
Unsigned winding crown
Acrylic crystal
No water resistance implied
Dial:
Graduated ‘golden green’ dial with vertical band
Applied gold tone baton numerals with white stripe to 6,9 and 12
Polished gold tone hands with white stripe to tops of hours and minutes
Movement:
High grade Seiko 5246 automatic, 25 jewels, 28,800 bph
Quickset day and date
Instantaneous day date change
Hacking
Manual winding
Band:
Seiko signed gold plated bracelet with folded links; double folding signed clasp
