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Vintage 38mm 1968 Seiko 6117-8000 Navigator Timer GMT Men's Wristwatch Steel

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Product Description

  • Item: Wristwatch
  • Brand: Seiko
  • Model: Navigator Timer
  • Reference: 6117-8000
  • Year: 1968
  • Movement: Automatic
  • Caliber: 6117
  • Case Material: Steel
  • Country: Japan
  • Gender: Men's

Product Measurements

  • Diameter: 38mm
  • Lug Width: 19mm
  • Lug to Lug: 45mm
  • Thickness: 12mm
  • Bracelet Size: 6.5in

Product Condition

The Seiko 6117-8000 Navigator Timer is a significant vintage GMT watch introduced in 1968 as Seiko's first iteration of the "Navigator Timer" line. It is highly regarded by collectors as the "Genesis" of Seiko GMT style watches, featuring a minimalist, monochromatic aesthetic and a unique 24-hour hand.

  • Overall Condition: Fair, overall condition
  • Functions: Running, but may be in need of service. This means, it can run unreliably, start or stop and timekeeping is not guaranteed
  • Case: Shows hairline scratches.
  • Bezel: It has scratches.
  • Crystal: Shows hairline scratches.
  • Dial condition: Has spotting.
  • Crown: Shows desk marks.
  • Hands: The hour hand is discolored. The minute hand is discolored.
  • Band: Shows scratches. The band has some stretch between the links. OEM Steel
  • Additional Information: Water 70m Proof

  • Timing Data: Losing 98 seconds/day, Amplitude 136, Beat Error 0.3
  • Complications: Date and GMT.
Seiko: A beloved brand among collectors, Seiko has long been known for offering exceptional watches at accessible prices. Founded in 1881, the Japanese brand earned worldwide recognition for its divers, sports chronographs, and industry-leading quartz technology. With a lineup that includes historically significant and technically innovative pieces, Seiko remains one of the most widely collected and respected watch brands across all price points.