Birthday Watch June 1967 Seiko 6602-9981 Sportsman Calendar 17J Mechanical Watch (OH)

A BIRTHDAY WATCH IS A WATCH THAT WAS PRODUCED THE SAME MONTH AND YEAR AS YOUR BIRTHDAY.

Make: Seiko
Type: Mechanical
Model: Sportsman Calendar
Year of Production: June 1967
Movement: 6602
BPH: 18,000
Number of Jewels: 17
Hand and Dial: 3D Solid-White-Gold Baton Indices with Dauphine Hands
Width: 36mm
Lug to Lug Height: 42.5mm
Thickness: 10mm
Lug Width: 19mm
Bracelet: Hi-Quality Vintage SS Signed Bracelet
Pouch / Box: Brand-New EVA Type Zipper Pouch

According to most reliable online sources, the Seiko Sportsman made its debut in 1960 utilising the 4361 movement.

This Seiko Sportsman Calendar used the 6602 movement to incorporate a date window. The 6602, formerly known as Cal 957, made its debut circa 1961. This movement is normally found in Seiko Sportsman and Seahorse models.

For Seiko Collectors and Vintage fans, this is a JDM white-gold-filled Seiko SUWA Seikosha Sportsman Calendar 6602.

Most such models were cannibalised for their markers to replace those damaged in Seiko 62Mas Diver's watches that had greater value. Hence, not many fully original 6602 White-Gold Filled models exists thereby making this timepiece literally a "one-of-a-kind" and highly sort after due to its increasing scarcity.

This extremely rare June 1967 Seiko 6602-9981 White-Gold-Filled Sportsman Calendar Mechanical watch brings vintage sexiness to a new level! It's original ivory white silvery sunburst dial portrays a variety of hues from various angles, shows almost no signs of aging after a good and thorough clean-up. The markers, hands and date window are in immaculate condition after a good cleaning as well.

The silver case was cleaned and buffed as best as possible; however, there are some hairline scratches present. The crystal glass has been replaced with a Seiko NOS crystal and buffed to mint condition.

The crown is located at the traditional 3H position and is easily accessible. The time quickset is via the traditional method of pulling out the crown for adjustment. There is no quickset for the date.

The movement was carefully stripped, meticulously cleaned, oiled, re-assembled and calibrated on 2 July 2024; hence, it underwent an overhaul and not a general servicing. It should be able to operate unhindered until the next servicing thereby providing the owner peace of mind.

Equipped with the iconic 6602 movement, it has 17 Jewels that operate at 18,000 BPH. The time-grapher shows superb readings of -3 seconds every 24 hours and amplitude of 211 with a decent straight centered line. Such readings are extremely exceptional even by brand new modern automatic watch standards whereby the accepted tolerance is -20 to +40 seconds a day! This is a testament to the quality, excellent power reserve, the meticulous care provided over the years, and the painstaking calibration conducted.

The case width and height are 36mm (w/o crown) and 42.5mm respectively. The lug width is 19mm and the bracelet can accommodate wrists up to 16.5cm; hence, suitable for men and the modern women.

This watch comes with a beautifully designed vintage SS bracelet. It too was given a good wash and polish and is now in excellent condition albeit miniscule scratches on the watch buckle.

To the best of our knowledge and expertise when overhauling the timepiece, the watch is 100% original components from this particular watch. No parts were replaced with aftermarket or modified parts.

Due to its age, this timepiece has not been water-resistant tested even though the seals are present.

The pictures provided shows the watch case in excellent condition, and the movement within squeaky clean and well maintained. It has also been de-magnetised to improve parts reliability, minimise wear + tear, and improve accuracy. The only drawback is the lack of documentation and original box. An aftermarket box or purposeful carrying case will be provided instead.

This rare timepiece will make a beautiful birthday present for that special someone born in June 1967, and its value will appreciate over time.

This is a highly sort-after June 1967 Seiko Sportsman Calendar 6602-9981 timepiece with a unique vintage SS bracelet; so, be unique and wear a watch that is almost impossible to source in such stunning condition.