{"product_id":"birthday-watch-december-1967-seiko-5740-8000-lord-marvel-version-3-hi-beat-suwa-23j-mechanical-watch-oh","title":"Birthday Watch December 1967! Seiko 5740-8000 Lord Marvel Version 3 Hi-Beat SUWA, 23J Mechanical Watch (OH)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA BIRTHDAY WATCH IS A WATCH PRODUCED THE SAME MONTH AND YEAR AS YOUR BIRTH MONTH AND YEAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake: Seiko\u003cbr\u003eType: Mechanical\u003cbr\u003eModel: Lord Marvel Version 3\u003cbr\u003eYear of Production: December 1967\u003cbr\u003eMovement: 5740-8000\u003cbr\u003eBPH: 36,000\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Jewels: 23\u003cbr\u003eHand and Dial: 3D White Gold Indices with Dauphine Hands\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 36mm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 42mm\u003cbr\u003eThickness: 10.5mm\u003cbr\u003eLug Width: 19mm\u003cbr\u003eStrap: Vintage Brite Medalist Japan Brand Beads of Rice SS Bracelet with Silver Buckle\u003cbr\u003ePouch \/ Box: Brand-New EVA Type Zipper Pouch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Brief History:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first ever Seiko Marvel, launched in 1956 was a mechanical watch with the second hand incorporated with the minute and hour hand because prior to this Marvel, the second hand had an individual movement and had a mini dial at the 6H position for almost all watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gyro Marvel, Seiko's first automatic, was launched in 1958 and became Seiko’s flagship watch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first ever Seiko Lord Marvel (5740A movement) quickly followed in 1964. Equipped with 23 Jewels and an 18,000BHP movement, it is Seiko's first true luxury timepiece even though it is a mechanical watch and is older than the King Seiko and Grand Seiko.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe improved 5740C Version 3 Hi-Beat 36,000BPH movement was introduced in 1967 and was considered one of the best watches ever produced WORLDWIDE!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Seiko Collectors and Vintage fans, this is a Seiko Version 3 Lord Marvel, Model 5740C-8000 \"HI-BEAT\" SUWA 23J in excellent condition. It is a highly sort-after Collectible for a variety of reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's original beige-white dial, 3D white-gold baton indices and dauphine hands are in stunning condition after a good clean-up. The case was given a deep cleaning via ultrasonic immersion and buffed. The glass was replaced with an NOS Japan Brand crystal and is now in mint condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement was carefully stripped, meticulously cleaned via ultrasonic immersion, oiled, re-assembled and calibrated on 11 May 2026; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown is original and is located at its traditional 3H position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with the famous 5740C Hi-Beat movement, it operates at 36,000 BHP and has 23 jewels. The time-grapher shows superb readings of 0 seconds and amplitude of 174 with a straight center line! Such readings are truly 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, the meticulous care provided over the years, and the expert calibration conducted for such a vintage timepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case width (without crown) and height are approximately 36mm and 42mm respectively. This lug width is 19mm and the bracelet can accommodate wrists up to 17.4cm; hence, this watch is suitable for men and the modern women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage Beads of Rice Brite Medalist brand from Japan with silver buckle comes with the watch as part of the deal. It too underwent a thorough cleaning via ultrasonic cleaning and a good polish. It is now in near mint condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the best of our knowledge while overhauling this timepiece, the watch is 100% original Seiko components from this particular watch. No parts were replaced with aftermarket parts or modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its age, this timepiece has not been water-resistant tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pictures provided show the watch in immaculate condition (no dents and major scratches), and the movement within squeaky clean and well maintained. It has also been demagnetised to improve parts reliability, minimise wear \u0026amp; tear, and improve accuracy. The only drawback is the lack of documentation and original box. A nice purposeful carrying case or box will be provided instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeldom can one find a vintage watch that offers this and more. Yes, there are many other same \/ similar models in the market, but none are as well kept, maintained and calibrated as what you see here, and with an attractive price to boot. Hence, it is a no-brainer that this one-of-a-kind watch will make an extremely beautiful birthday present for that special someone born in December 1967.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBear in mind that this watch has seen many of the previous owners’ ups and downs in life and should be cherished and well taken care of for the next generation to savour such engineering beauty and appreciate its past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular Seiko Lord Marvel 5740C is valued between S$328.00 to S$882.00 on various auction \/ online sites from horrible conditioned, to un-serviced, to \"as is,\" to serviced models. Fully restored and New Old Stock (NOS) models are valued from S$ 928.00 to 1,776.00.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis overhauled aand calibrated timepiece is being sold at S$ 588.00. So, NO LOW-BALLERS, please! Take note that low-ballers, trolls and wannabe advisors (whose \"advise\" is completely unwelcomed) will not be entertained, and should they persist, they will be reported and blocked!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo also bear in mind that it will cost between S$ 180.00 to S$ 200.00 for a proper overhaul, an estimated S$ 80.00 to calibrate, and S$ 40.00 to polish the watch case - these costs do not apply when purchasing this timepiece. So, if anyone was to sell such a timepiece at a low price yet claim that it has been serviced, one has to ask what kind of servicing was conducted, if any.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly sort-after Seiko Lord Marvel December 1967 5740C-8000 model in stunning condition. So, be unique and own a December 1967 Birthday Watch that is almost impossible to source in such fine condition or purchase it for that special someone instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Altimate Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43361747075161,"sku":null,"price":588.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/7590\/9465\/files\/IMG20260514082612.jpg?v=1780078684","url":"https:\/\/shop.altimate.sg\/products\/birthday-watch-december-1967-seiko-5740-8000-lord-marvel-version-3-hi-beat-suwa-23j-mechanical-watch-oh","provider":"Altimate Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}