Birthday Watch January 2009! Discontinued! Seiko 5 Sports 7S36-02L0 Japan Made 23J Automatic Watch

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

Make: Seiko
Type: Automatic
Model: Sports 5
Year of Production: January 2009
Movement: 7S36B
BPH: 21,600
Number of Jewels: 23
Hand and Dial: 3D Baton Indices with Pencil Hands
Width: 42mm
Lug to Lug Height: 49mm
Thickness: 13mm
Lug Width: 22mm
Bracelet / Strap: Original Seiko Signed Black SS Bracelet
Pouch / Box: Brand-New EVA Type Zipper Pouch

According to most legitimate online information available, the Seiko 7S26 and 7S36 movements made their debuts in 1996. The 7S26 movement was the backbone of the Seiko 5 range and many other models such as the Diver SKX007 and the SNK 7S26 range.

The upgraded 7S36B was introduced in 2006, and the 7S36C was the last variant that debuted worldwide in 2011 but 2010 models are known to be found in JDM models. The 7S26 and 7S36 were discontinued in 2018 in favour of the 4R3X range that had hacking features.

This is a January 2009 Seiko 5 Sports 7S36B-02L0 23J Japan Made Discontinued All Black Model that is highly sort-after due to its scarcity.

This watch has a stunning midnight black dial, 3D white baton lumen markers and pencil hands whilst the second hand is red ala sports design. It also has a multi-coloured Chapter Ring which is pleasing to the eye. The bezel is also located around the crystal as per typical diver watch because in truth, this is a Sports Diver's model.

Although this watch is not more than 20 years old, it underwent a good clean-up on 15 August 2025. They are now in supreme condition and extremely pleasing to the eye. Surprisingly, the dial lumen markers and hands work as though brand new.

Its typical diving shaped black case with built-in lugs was cleaned and buffed to reveal a fantastic finish albeit a few miniscule scratches that are barely noticeable to the naked eye. The crystal is original and is in excellent condition after a good buff albeit miniscule scratches still do exist.

The crown is located at the traditional 3H position and is nicely tucked away to prevent damage or snags. The day and hands quickset works by uncorking the crown to the first and second levels to adjust accordingly.

The Day is in English and Arabic, cool!

The case width and height are approx. 42mm (w/o crown) and 49mm respectively. The lug width is 22mm; and the bracelet can accommodate wrists up to 20.0cm; hence, this watch is suitable for men and the modern women.

The Black Seiko Signed quasi President Bracelet design is in excellent condition after a good clean-up and buff. However, miniscule scratches are present though barely noticeable.

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

Even though the seals and gaskets are in place, this timepiece has not been water-resistant tested due to its age.

The pictures provided shows the watch in stunning condition. The only drawback is the lack of documentation and original box. An aftermarket box or purposeful carrying case will be provided instead.

Bear in mind that this watch has seen many of the previous owners’ ups and downs in life, and should be cherished and preserved for the next generation to savour such engineering beauty.

This rare watch will make a beautiful birthday present for that special someone born in January 2009, and its value will appreciate over time.

This is a highly sort-after January 2009 Seiko 5 Sports 7S36B-02L0 Sports Divers that is not easily available in Singapore; so, be unique and wear a Seiko JDM watch that is almost impossible to source in such fine condition.