Introduction This is a vintage SEIKO Kinetic Auto Relay men's wristwatch, reference 5J22-0A50, featuring a black dial, date display, rotating sports-style bezel, and stainless-steel case and bracelet. The watch combines Seiko's Kinetic technology with the distinctive Auto Relay system, giving it a particularly interesting place among Seiko's late-1990s quartz-mechanical hybrid watches. Its robust stainless-steel construction and sporty black dial give it a characteristic period appearance. Historical & Collector Value SEIKO Kinetic technology was developed to generate electrical energy from the motion of the wearer's wrist, combining the convenience of quartz timekeeping with an automatically generated power source. The Auto Relay generation represents an especially interesting stage in the development of this technology. The 5J22 series belongs to the late-1990s era of Seiko Kinetic watches and is notable among collectors who appreciate Seiko's experimental and technically innovative quartz movements. For collectors of 1990s Seiko sports watches, Kinetic models such as the 5J22-0A50 offer a distinctive combination of technology, bold case design, and practical everyday functionality. Specifications - Brand: SEIKO - Model: Kinetic Auto Relay - Reference: 5J22-0A50 - Caliber: 5J22 - Movement: Kinetic quartz - Functions: Time and date - Dial: Black - Display: Analog - Case material: Stainless steel - Bracelet: Stainless-steel bracelet - Wrist circumference: Approx. 16 cm - Dial diameter: Approx. 29 mm - Maximum case width: Approx. 44 mm - Bracelet width: Approx. 18 mm - Weight: Approx. 140.8 g - Serial number: 984047 - Color: Silver / Black - Condition: Pre-owned / Vintage - Operation: Running at the time of listing - Accessories: None Measurements are taken manually and slight differences may occur. Condition The watch is running at the time of listing. There are scratches, small marks, dirt, and general wear from storage and previous use on the case, bezel, case back, crystal, and bracelet. The seconds hand is currently advancing in two-second steps. Long-term charging performance, power reserve, and continuous operation have not been tested. No maintenance has been carried out for this listing, and the watch is being offered in its current condition. Please inspect all photographs carefully for the exact cosmetic condition. This is a pre-owned / vintage watch. It has signs of use such as scratches, small marks, fading, and wear due to age. Please check all photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description. The watch is running at the time of listing. Time setting and basic functions have been checked unless otherwise stated. Long-term accuracy has not been tested. As this is a used/vintage watch, maintenance or overhaul may be required after purchase. Water resistance is not guaranteed, even if the case or dial has water-resistance markings. Only the items shown in the photos are included. If box, papers, spare links, or accessories are not shown or mentioned, they are not included. Please understand that the condition of vintage watches can be subjective. I describe the item as accurately as possible, but minor signs of age and use should be expected. Service History The watch is running at the time of listing. Two-second hand movement is currently present. No maintenance has been performed for this listing. Long-term charging performance, power reserve, continuous operation, and accuracy have not been tested. Shipping & Customs The watch will be carefully packed for international shipping. Import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, and any other charges imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer. These charges are not included in the purchase price or shipping cost. IMPORTANT – Customs & Import Taxes If customs duties / VAT are not paid by the buyer, the parcel cannot be delivered and will be returned. In such cases, the sale will not be refunded. Please make sure to pay all customs charges promptly.