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Introducing the Seiko Lord Marvel 36000, a timepiece that transformed the Japanese watchmaking industry in the 1960s. As the first true high beat movement in Japan and the second in the world, this Vintage Seiko watch stands as a testament to Seiko's innovative spirit.
Vintage Seiko dress watches are renowned for their superior finishing and technological advancements, and the Lord Marvel is a prime example. Despite the prominence of the Grand Seiko and King Seiko lines, Seiko awarded the pioneering high beat movement to the Lord Marvel. This decision underscored the line’s role as a technological trailblazer within the brand.
During the 1960s, most watch movements operated at 18,000 beats per hour. However, Seiko aimed to enhance accuracy with a high beat movement. Following Girard Perregaux's introduction of the first 10 beats per second movement, Seiko launched the manual winding caliber 5740C. This groundbreaking movement, running at 36,000 bph, was the first of its kind in Japan and the second globally.
Seiko's choice to incorporate this advanced caliber into the Lord Marvel line marked a significant milestone. The Lord Marvel 36000 became the first Japanese watch to feature a true high beat movement, cementing its place in horological history.
The Seiko Lord Marvel 36000 boasts a classic design that exudes the timeless elegance of the 1960s. Key features include:
The Seiko Lord Marvel 36000 is not just a watch, it's a piece of history that will make a perfect addition to any watch enthusiast's collection. Order yours today and experience the true high beat movement that revolutionized the Japanese watchmaking industry.
Specification:
Maker: Seiko
Model: Lord Marvel 5740-8030
Era: 1975 March
Case Diameter: 37 mm
Lug to Lug: 41 mm
Lug width: 19 mm
Case Condition: Case with original mirror finishing in nice condition only minor usage mark found on the case
Dial Condition: Mint linen dial with arabic numeral a relatively more rare reference
Crystal: Acrylic Crystal
Movement: 5740 hand winding Hi-beat movement (36,000 bph)
Overall Condition: This Lord Marvel is nice condition with a rare linen arabic dial. The Seiko Lord Marvel with all the amazing history behind the watch is absolutely essential for your vintage Seiko collection.
And of course, it comes with any colour of our Kyoto Series Leather Straps. Of course you can pair it up with any straps we have in store by adding just a few extra to make the watch suit your personal taste. Just let us know which one you like to pair the beauty up with.