Seiko - 5 TV - No reserve price - 258975 - Men - 1970-1979

Seiko 5 TV Dial – Vintage Automatic – Ref. 6119-5401 – 21 Jewels – Silver Dial – Stainless Steel Square Case – Japanese Mechanical Watch

A distinctive vintage Seiko 5 automatic wristwatch, featuring an unusual square stainless steel case, an elegant silver dial and the iconic TV-style design associated with the bold aesthetics of the 1970s.
Refined, unconventional and full of character, this timepiece represents an era when Japanese watchmakers experimented with geometric case shapes and contemporary styling, creating watches that remain highly recognizable among vintage collectors today.

The watch features a silver sunburst-style dial with applied silver-tone hour markers, elegant baton hands and a practical day-date display at 3 o'clock. Its softly rounded rectangular dial opening contrasts beautifully with the substantial brushed stainless steel case, giving the watch a distinctive architectural appearance.
Powered by the Seiko 6119 automatic mechanical movement with 21 jewels, this vintage model combines Japanese mechanical craftsmanship with an unmistakable retro design.

Technical Details
Brand: Seiko
Collection: Seiko 5
Model: TV Dial Automatic Day-Date
Gender: Men's watch
Case material: Stainless steel
Case dimensions: 37 × 33 mm
Glass: Acrylic crystal
Dial: Silver dial with applied silver-tone indexes
Movement: Seiko 6119 automatic mechanical movement
Jewels: 21
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, day and date
Day-Date display: At 3 o'clock
Caseback: Stainless steel, screw-down
Country of manufacture: Japan
Bracelet: Generic stainless steel mesh bracelet
Bracelet length: Approx. 20–21 cm
Water resistance: Not tested for water resistance
Condition Grade: B
Box: Delivered with generic presentation box

Condition Report
This Seiko 5 TV Dial automatic watch is presented in Grade B condition, showing signs of age and use consistent with its vintage character. The stainless steel case displays scratches, marks and wear. The silver dial is generally well preserved, with minor signs of ageing visible under close inspection. The applied hour markers and hands remain attractive, retaining their classic vintage appearance.
The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use, while the stainless steel caseback presents scratches and handling marks. The generic stainless steel mesh bracelet complements the watch's retro styling.

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Story & Heritage
Seiko is one of the most influential names in Japanese watchmaking, internationally recognized for its technical innovation, mechanical reliability and distinctive approach to watch design.
Founded in 1881 by Kintaro Hattori, the company developed from a small watch and clock business in Tokyo into a global manufacturer whose innovations helped transform the international watch industry.

The Seiko 5 collection, introduced in 1963, became one of the brand's most successful mechanical watch families. Designed around the principles of practicality, durability and accessible automatic watchmaking, it offered reliable mechanical movements and useful everyday functions.
During the 1970s, wristwatch design underwent a remarkable transformation. Traditional round cases were increasingly joined by bold geometric shapes, integrated bracelets and unconventional dial configurations inspired by modern architecture and industrial design.

Among the most recognizable creations of this period were the so-called TV Dial watches, named for their resemblance to the rounded rectangular television screens popular during the era.
Seiko embraced this design movement with a variety of distinctive automatic models, combining experimental aesthetics with dependable Japanese mechanical movements.

The Seiko 6119 movement became an important part of this generation, appreciated for its robust construction, automatic winding system and practical day-date functionality.
This particular Seiko 5 captures the spirit of 1970s design through its substantial square stainless steel case, softly rounded dial opening, elegant silver finish and classic mechanical movement.
Its distinctive proportions and vintage appearance make it more than a practical timepiece. It is a reminder of a period when watchmaking design embraced experimentation, individuality and modernity. A charming collectible watch for enthusiasts of Seiko, Japanese mechanical watches and distinctive 1970s timepieces.

Internal Reference Number – FL0 271