No. 100054650

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Seiko - “Panda” Chronograph - 6138-8020 - Men - 1970-1979
Final bid
€ 480
5 days ago

Seiko - “Panda” Chronograph - 6138-8020 - Men - 1970-1979

Offered for auction is a Seiko 6138-8020 “Panda” Automatic Chronograph, one of Seiko’s most iconic vintage designs from the 1970s. This example features the classic white dial with contrasting black sub-dials, paired with a robust automatic chronograph movement—an eye-catching piece with strong Seiko engineering and timeless style. ⸻ Details • Brand: Seiko • Model: Chronograph Automatic “Panda” • Reference Number: 6138-8020 • Movement: Seiko 6138B Automatic, 21 jewels, column wheel & vertical clutch chronograph, day-date • Case Material: Stainless Steel • Case Diameter: approx. 40 mm (excluding crown) • Dial: Silver dial with contrasting black sub-dials, tachymeter scale, applied indices, orange chronograph seconds hand • Hands: Hour, minute, and chronograph hands in matching panda style • Crystal: Mineral glass • Crown & Pushers: Seiko type crown and pushers • Bracelet: Stainless steel bracelet, fits up to approx. 19 cm wrist • Case Back: Stainless steel screw-down, reference 6138-8020, serial 770419 (April 1977) • Water Resistance: Vintage watch – not guaranteed ⸻ Condition Notes • Case is in excellent shape with polished surfaces and sharp lines. • Dial and hands are in very good condition, attractive panda layout. • Chronograph functions (start/stop/reset) working properly. • Day-date changes correctly. • Bracelet in very good condition (aftermarket). • Movement runs well within vintage tolerances; long-term accuracy not guaranteed. ⸻ Important Notes Dear Buyer, Dial, hands, case, case back, bracelet are aftermarket. 'This watch contains aftermarket customisations without permission from the brand. This could impact the watch value and might void manufacturer warranties. The brand might refuse servicing and repairs to watches modified by unlicensed watchmakers • Dial, case, bracelet, and hands are aftermarket replacements. • Accuracy tested within vintage standards. • This is a vintage timepiece; an accuracy tolerance of ±2–3 minutes/day is acceptable • Water resistance not guaranteed. • Customs duties, VAT, and import taxes are the buyer’s responsibility. • The watch will be securely packed, photographed, and filmed before shipment. • Express international delivery via FedEx or UPS. ⸻ A striking Seiko 6138-8020 “Panda” chronograph with classic vintage design—perfect for enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate Seiko’s legendary 1970s chronographs.

No. 100054650

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Seiko - “Panda” Chronograph - 6138-8020 - Men - 1970-1979

Seiko - “Panda” Chronograph - 6138-8020 - Men - 1970-1979

Offered for auction is a Seiko 6138-8020 “Panda” Automatic Chronograph, one of Seiko’s most iconic vintage designs from the 1970s. This example features the classic white dial with contrasting black sub-dials, paired with a robust automatic chronograph movement—an eye-catching piece with strong Seiko engineering and timeless style.



Details
• Brand: Seiko
• Model: Chronograph Automatic “Panda”
• Reference Number: 6138-8020
• Movement: Seiko 6138B Automatic, 21 jewels, column wheel & vertical clutch chronograph, day-date
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Case Diameter: approx. 40 mm (excluding crown)
• Dial: Silver dial with contrasting black sub-dials, tachymeter scale, applied indices, orange chronograph seconds hand
• Hands: Hour, minute, and chronograph hands in matching panda style
• Crystal: Mineral glass
• Crown & Pushers: Seiko type crown and pushers
• Bracelet: Stainless steel bracelet, fits up to approx. 19 cm wrist
• Case Back: Stainless steel screw-down, reference 6138-8020, serial 770419 (April 1977)
• Water Resistance: Vintage watch – not guaranteed



Condition Notes
• Case is in excellent shape with polished surfaces and sharp lines.
• Dial and hands are in very good condition, attractive panda layout.
• Chronograph functions (start/stop/reset) working properly.
• Day-date changes correctly.
• Bracelet in very good condition (aftermarket).
• Movement runs well within vintage tolerances; long-term accuracy not guaranteed.



Important Notes

Dear Buyer,
Dial, hands, case, case back, bracelet are aftermarket.
'This watch contains aftermarket customisations without permission from the brand.
This could impact the watch value and might void manufacturer warranties.
The brand might refuse servicing and repairs to watches modified by unlicensed watchmakers

• Dial, case, bracelet, and hands are aftermarket replacements.
• Accuracy tested within vintage standards.
• This is a vintage timepiece; an accuracy tolerance of ±2–3 minutes/day is acceptable
• Water resistance not guaranteed.
• Customs duties, VAT, and import taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.
• The watch will be securely packed, photographed, and filmed before shipment.
• Express international delivery via FedEx or UPS.



A striking Seiko 6138-8020 “Panda” chronograph with classic vintage design—perfect for enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate Seiko’s legendary 1970s chronographs.

Final bid
€ 480
Erwin Dekker
Expert
Estimate  € 600 - € 750

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