Stonebridge Watches is pleased to offer this
Vintage 1968 Seiko Sportsman 17 Jewels 6602-9982
SIZE 37mm / Thickness 10mm
SPECIFICATIONS
| Brand |
Seiko |
| Model |
Vintage Sportsman Calendar 17 Jewels |
| Reference Number |
6602-9982 |
| Year |
December 1968 (based on serial number) |
| Movement |
Seiko Calibre 6602, 17-jewel manual winding mechanical movement |
| Functions |
Hours, minutes, central seconds and date display |
| Case Material |
Stainless steel case with stainless steel screw-down caseback |
| Case Diameter |
37mm (Excluding Crown) |
| Dial |
Beautiful silver sunburst dial with applied baton hour markers, faceted silver-tone hands and framed date display at 3 o'clock |
| Crystal |
Acrylic crystal |
| Strap |
Brand new, soft and supple black leather strap with contrasting stitching |
| Buckle |
Silver-tone Seiko-signed buckle |
| Condition |
Very good vintage condition with an attractive, well-preserved silver dial and age-related surface marks to the stainless steel case, consistent with its age |
| Box & Papers |
Supplied with a Stonebridge Watches presentation box. No original box or papers. |
| Warranty |
6-month Stonebridge Watches warranty. |
EXTRA DETAILS
6 Months Guarantee
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STONEBRIDGE WATCHES SAYS...
A beautifully preserved example of classic Japanese watchmaking, this **vintage 1968 Seiko Sportsman 17 Jewels** combines understated elegance with the mechanical charm of a traditional hand-wound timepiece. Manufactured in December 1968, this attractive model captures the refined styling of the late 1960s, offering a timeless design that remains equally appealing today.
The outstanding feature of this particular example is its stunning silver sunburst dial, which catches and reflects the light beautifully. The dial is complemented by raised, faceted baton hour markers, elegant silver-tone hands and a neatly framed date display at the 3 o'clock position. The distinctive Sportsman script and 17 Jewels designation add a wonderful touch of vintage character, while the overall simplicity of the design gives the watch a clean, sophisticated appearance.
Housed within a polished stainless steel case, the watch features attractive angular lugs and a slim, beautifully proportioned profile, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate the more restrained dimensions of vintage wristwatches. The combination of the silver dial, polished case and contrasting black leather strap creates a particularly handsome appearance, equally suited to everyday wear or more formal occasions.
Powering the watch is Seiko's reliable 17-jewel Calibre 6602 mechanical movement, operated by traditional manual winding. Dating from an era when mechanical watches were still very much part of everyday life, the Sportsman offers an authentic connection to Seiko's rich watchmaking heritage.
This particular example presents beautifully, with an exceptionally attractive silver dial and a case displaying only the expected signs of careful use over almost six decades. It has been fitted with a brand new, soft and supple leather strap, complemented by a Seiko-signed buckle, providing both comfort and an elegant finishing touch.
A charming and increasingly collectible vintage Seiko, this 1968 Sportsman represents an excellent opportunity to enjoy a genuine piece of Japanese horological history without the considerable expense often associated with vintage Swiss watches.
The watch will be supplied in a Stonebridge Watches presentation box, making it an ideal gift or a welcome addition to any vintage watch collection. As with all our watches, it is accompanied by our six-month Stonebridge Watches warranty.
