Seiko 6138-0017 'Yachtsman', Jan 1972, original & unserviced







Seiko 6138-0017 'Yachtsman', Jan 1972, original & unserviced
This is an unserviced and original one-family-owned 6138 Chronograph from January 1972.
21j automatic & hand winding movement is in functional condition. Resets to zero, chronograph stops and starts correctly, day & date quickset works as it should. Amplitude is around 200; it should be serviced.
Dial and hands are in good condition - orange flashes are faded down some, but the lume is in excellent condition. Dial printing is clean and sharp. Applied ‘SEIKO’ logo is nice. Moisture never got into this watch.
Main chronograph sweep hand has faded from orange down to a light yellow. There is some paint loss at the very tip.
Crystal is a new KVW 340W14GN00.
Case is in good original polish. Case lines are sharp, top brushing is evident. There are signs of wear / use but no abuse.
Original solid stainless bracelet is intact and original to this watch, and will fit up to a 7 or 7.25” wrist
Servicing the watch is available