Seiko 5 Sports Automatic 1968 Recreation Limited Edition

Mint unworn condition Seiko 5 Sports Automatic 1968 Recreation Limited Edition. Comes with full set including spare Seiko rally strap. Model reference SRPL05K1. First created in 1968, Seiko 5 Sports has brought durable and reliable mechanical watches to watch lovers around the world ever since. Inspired by the first collection, Seiko 5 Sports renew the collection with an accurate re-creation of its vintage origins.

In the ‘Pepper’ black colour popularised by the original, under its curved glass, it maintains the same vintage aesthetic. The case shape and size has been recreated as accurately as possible, but with improved lugs and crown for functionality. The bracelet has solid links to resemble the original’s retro appearance whilst it also comes with a ‘68 style calf leather strap.

Seiko 5 Sports is known for over fifty years of reliability, durability, performance, and value. ‘’5’’ represents the original five key features of every Seiko 5 still present today: Automatic movement, Day-date display, Water Resistance, Recessed crown and Durable case and bracelet.

Movement
Calibre:4R36
Movement Type:Automatic with Manual Winding
Power Reserve:41 Hours
Jewels:24

Dial and Hands
Dial Colour: Black
LumiBrite:Lumibrite on hands, indexes and bezel

Case
Case Material:Stainless steel
Strap/Bracelet:Stainless steel
Clasp:Three-fold clasp with push button release
Case Diameter:38.5mm
Case Thickness:12.4mm
Case Length:44.8mm
Lug Width:20.0mm

Features
Water Resistance:10 bar
Weight:142.0g
Crystal Type:Curved hardlex
LIMITED EDITION on the case back
Screw case back
Serial number engraved on the case back
An additional calfskin strap is included
Frictional (non clicking) rotating bezel
Watch Function: Day/Date display, Stop seconds hand function