Offered for sale is a vintage Seiko Advan automatic, reference 6106-7670, a distinctive 1970s Japanese Domestic Market model known for its bold design and unique dial layout. This watch features the recognizable Advan sunburst blue dial with the orange sun logo, applied indices, and a day-date display at 3 o’clock.
The caseback is marked:
SEIKO
STAINLESS STEEL
6106-7670
380323
This model houses the well-known Seiko 6106 automatic movement, one of Seiko’s robust vintage calibers from the early 1970s.
Condition
This watch is NOT currently running and is being sold as-is for parts, repair, or restoration.
Cosmetically, the watch shows typical wear consistent with age:
• Crystal: Heavily scratched with visible wear and marks throughout.
• Dial: Original blue dial present with visible aging and surface wear but still shows the characteristic Advan design and logo.
• Hands: Appear original with aging and patina.
• Case: Stainless steel case shows scratches, scuffs, and wear from normal vintage use.
• Bracelet: Vintage stainless steel bracelet installed; condition consistent with age and wear.
Because the watch is not functioning, it is being sold strictly as a project watch, parts watch, or restoration candidate.
Collector Notes
Seiko Advan models from the early 1970s are increasingly sought after by vintage Seiko collectors due to their unique styling and connection to Seiko’s experimental design period. Even non-running examples are commonly purchased for restoration or parts.
Keywords
Seiko Advan, Seiko 6106, 6106-7670, vintage Seiko automatic, Seiko day date, JDM Seiko, vintage Seiko project watch, Seiko restoration watch, Seiko parts watch, 1970s Seiko, retro Seiko, blue dial Seiko, collectible Seiko, Seiko automatic movement.
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