A fantastic example of 1970s retro-futuristic watch design: a vintage Astral Automatic featuring a bold stainless steel cushion case and a smoked charcoal/olive fumé sunburst dial. Astral watches were renowned for using robust, quality movements during the peak of the mechanical era. Inside this piece sits the sought-after Hamazawa Ltd. 5025A automatic movement (a high-grade Japanese movement maker closely affiliated with Seiko-group engineering), visible through a unique exhibition/exhibition-style screw-down case back frame. With its chunky applied "block" hour markers, integrated chapter ring, and heavy brushed-steel profile, this watch delivers unmistakable 1970s wrist presence. In great cosmetic condition and running accurately. Specifications & Details * Brand: Astral * Era: Circa 1970s * Movement: Hamazawa Ltd. Caliber 5025A – 17 Jewels Automatic (Self-Winding), Signed "HAMAZAWA, Ltd. 5025A / SEVENTEEN 17 JEWELS / UNADJUSTED / JAPAN" * Dial: Original grey/olive fumé (vignette) sunburst dial fading from lighter center to dark perimeter, featuring raised 3D geometric block indices with white accents, outer silvered minute track, and framed date window at 3 o'clock. Signed "ASTRAL / 17 JEWELS / AUTOMATIC" below the crown motif logo * Case: Solid stainless steel cushion/tonneau case with sunburst radial brushed top finish * Case Back: Stainless steel screw-down backplate with central display window * Bracelet: Includes an integrated-style stainless steel Oyster-link bracelet Detailed Visual Condition Report (Based on Photos) * Dial & Hands: Excellent condition. The fumé dial has preserved its smooth gradient finish without sun damage or staining. The raised block indices and hand set retain crisp detail and sharp luster. * Case & Crown: Great overall condition. The upper cushion case retains its original radial brushing with minor handling scuffs around the edges. Crown turns smoothly and sets the date cleanly. * Movement: Very clean. Visible rotor and balance assembly show no signs of corrosion or moisture ingress. Running accurately with healthy auto-winding action. * Crystal & Case Back: Clear acrylic front crystal. The rear display crystal shows light surface glue mark/scratching near the edge, but protects the movement fully. * Bracelet: Stainless steel bracelet fits the lug structure tightly and shows only minimal desk-diving marks. Collector's Note > "Hamazawa movements are highly regarded among Japanese horology collectors for their robust build quality and connection to 1970s automatic movement history. Combined with the smoky fumé dial and cushion case, this Astral is a textbook representative of 1970s industrial design." > Shipping & Delivery * Fast, tracked, and fully insured global shipping via courier (DHL / FedEx / UPS). * Safely packed in a protective, padded travel watch pouch.