VINTAGE WATCH | Seiko Seikomatic-P 5106

A Minimalist Choice Vintage Seiko Seikomatic P 5106:

Elevate your timepiece collection with the Vintage Seiko Seikomatic P 5106, a distinguished model from Seiko’s renowned Seikomatic-P series. Launched between 1967 and 1969, the Seikomatic-P emerged as Seiko’s strategic response to market competition, embodying the zenith of upper mid-business watches of its era. Produced by the esteemed Suwa Seikosha division, this series was crafted to cater to the sophisticated business professional, offering a perfect blend of elegance and technical prowess.

Seikomatic-P Series Overview

The Seikomatic-P series was developed as a successor to the business-oriented Seikomatic-R, featuring a notably slimmer profile—1 mm thinner—thanks to the innovative 33-jewel 5106A caliber movement. This slimline mechanism not only provided a more refined aesthetic but also incorporated an integrated automatic winding system alongside a manual winding option, demonstrating Seiko’s commitment to engineering excellence. With its minimalistic day-date display and superior functionality, the Seikomatic-P was tailored to fit seamlessly under tailored cuffs, appealing directly to the discerning business market of the late 1960s.

Distinctive Design and Features

The Seikomatic P 5106 distinguishes itself with its unique design elements that set it apart from contemporaries like the Omega Seamaster. Its extended lugs and a polished finishes on the watch case confer a modern yet timeless appeal, ensuring it remains stylish even by today's standards. The 35mm case size strikes an ideal balance between presence and subtlety, making it an elegant accessory for both daily wear and formal occasions.

Technical Excellence

At the heart of the Seikomatic P 5106 lies the impressive 33-jewel 5106A caliber movement. This movement is not only compact and slim but also packed with advanced features:
•    Hacking Seconds: Allows precise time synchronization by stopping the seconds hand when setting the time.
•    Integrated Automatic Winding: Seamlessly combines automatic and manual winding mechanisms without the need for additional modules.
•    Day-Date Calendar: Features an instant changeover mechanism for both day and date, ensuring accurate display.
•    Quick-Set Date Function: Easily adjust the date by pressing a central crown button, to adjust the date of the watch, simply press into the crow and it will change in a snap.

Authentic Vintage Appeal

This particular Seikomatic P 5106-8010 model, dating back to November 1967, arrives in excellent vintage condition, great to pair up with inhouse Samurai Vintage leather watch strap. The watch’s pristine condition is great to add to your collection.

Specification:

Maker: Seiko

Model: Seiko Seikomatic-P 5106-7000

Era: 1967 Jun

Case Diameter: 35 mm

Lug to Lug: 42 mm

Lug width: 18 mm

Case Condition: Amazingly preserved case.  The case shape is well preserved. 

Dial Condition: Silver Sunburst Dial in nice condition  

Movement:  5106 automatic movement serviced in Japan

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.