EU-based professional seller — no import taxes for EU buyers. Get your hands on this vintage Seiko 6218-8971 "Weekdater" from 1965, serviced 35-jewel automatic movement with silver sunburst dial. Fully functional and elegant Seikomatic classic with original polished crystal and new strap. Offered with a 3-month functionality guarantee. Model History: The Seiko 6218-8971 is part of the early Seikomatic Weekdater family - a line of premium automatic watches introduced in the mid-1960s to emphasize both everyday practicality and refined design. Powered by the high-grade Seiko 6218 movement with 35 jewels, this model offered superior accuracy, a full day-date function, and was considered a serious alternative to Swiss contemporaries of the time. The Weekdater was designed for professionals who valued both precision and elegance, and it remains a favorite among collectors for its understated charm and mechanical quality. Specifications: • Reference: 6218-8971 • Serial Number: 5602973 • Production Date: June 1965 • Movement: Seiko 6218 automatic, 35 jewels, full day-date complication (English) • Case Material: Stainless steel • Case Diameter: approx. 37 mm • Lug-to-lug: approx. 44,5 mm • Lug Width: 19 mm • Dial: Silver sunburst dial • Crystal: Original, polished • Strap: New leather strap • Box/Papers: Not included Condition: The watch is in attractive overall vintage condition. The stainless-steel case shows scratches, small marks consistent with age, while retaining its elegant proportions. The caseback has substantial surface wear, and the original engravings and medallion are now faint. The silver sunburst dial is very well preserved. The applied indices and hands remain visually appealing, with some light wear. The original acrylic crystal has been polished and presents clearly, although a few minor residual marks may remain. The watch is fitted with a new black leather strap. The movement has been serviced, and all functions operate correctly. A 3-month functionality guarantee is included. I aim to capture the condition of the watch accurately. Please make sure to review the pictures closely before bidding. The watch has been completely serviced by a professional watchmaker and tested for full functionality. The water resistance of the watch cannot be guaranteed. Shipping from Hungary with tracking and insurance. If you have any questions or need support after your purchase, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for condisering this timeless piece, and happy collecting! - SpecialTimer