Seiko 5 Automatic Ref. 6119-6002
Tool Watch / Casual Sports Watch · Seiko (Seiko Group), mainstream accessible tier, renowned for mechanical reliability and in-house manufacturing
Period: Vintage (1970s) - C-case design with integrated bracelet aesthetic
Type
Tool Watch / Casual Sports Watch
Brand
Seiko (Seiko Group), mainstream accessible tier, renowned for mechanical reliability and in-house manufacturing
Movement
Automatic mechanical, Seiko Caliber 6119, 21,600 vph, 21 jewels, quickset day-date
Dimensions
Case diameter 38mm, thickness 11mm, lug-to-lug 42mm, lug width 18mm
Description
A classic 1970s Seiko 5 Automatic featuring the iconic cushion C-case architecture. The deep grey sunburst dial, signature 4 o'clock crown, and integrated styling offer vintage charm with robust mechanical utility. A quintessential piece of mid-century Japanese horology.
Key Features
Cushion-shaped C-case, crown tucked at 4 o'clock, day-date complication with quickset mechanism via pressing the crown, robust Seiko 6119 movement
Dial Description
Dark grey sunburst dial with applied baton indices, luminous dots, slim baton hands, and a day-date window at 3 o'clock
Case Material
Stainless steel with a combination of brushed and polished finishes
Crystal Type
Hardlex mineral crystal, flat profile
Bezel Details
Fixed smooth stainless steel bezel with a distinctive cushion-shaped case contour
Crown & Pushers
Recessed crown positioned unusually at the 4 o'clock position, push-pull type with recessed integration into the case
Bracelet or Strap
Vintage stainless steel multi-row link bracelet with a signed folding clasp
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down stainless steel caseback featuring Seiko wave logo and production serial information
Movement Type
Automatic mechanical, Seiko Caliber 6119, 21,600 vph, 21 jewels, quickset day-date
Water Resistance
Originally 30 meters / 3 ATM, suitable only for light splashes; vintage gaskets mean swimming or diving should be avoided
Origin & Provenance
Japanese origin, manufactured in-house by Seiko
Age Estimate
Circa 1970s based on the Caliber 6119 movement and 6000-series C-case design
Cultural Significance
Representing the golden age of accessible mechanical watchmaking, Seiko 5 models democratized reliable automatic timekeeping worldwide
Condition Notes
Appears in very good vintage condition with minor desk-diving scratches on the case and bracelet, unpolished or lightly worn edges, clean dial and crystal
Value Estimate
Secondary market value generally ranges from $150 to $350 USD depending on condition, originality, and inclusion of original box or papers
Care & Maintenance
Recommended service every 5 to 7 years, avoid high magnetic fields, water resistance should be tested by a watchmaker due to vintage age
Similar Watches
Seiko 5 Ref. 6309, Citizen Seven Star, vintage Seiko Chronograph models from the same era
Interesting Facts
The Seiko 5 line was introduced in 1963 with five key attributes: automatic winding, day-date display, water resistance, recessed crown at 4 o'clock, and a durable case/bracelet