Title SEIKO Automatic 6106-6009 Gold-Tone Round Watch, 17 Jewels Introduction This vintage timepiece from Seiko presents a round case with a gold-tone finish, paired with a silver dial featuring applied gold-tone hour markers and matching hands. The dial carries the "SEIKO AUTOMATIC" signature along with a "17 JEWELS" designation, reflecting the design conventions typical of Japanese automatic watches from its period. The piece is fitted with a newly replaced leather strap, which is not the original component. Overall, the watch offers a balanced vintage appearance consistent with mid-century Seiko production. Historical & Collector Value The model 6106-6009 belongs to a line of automatic watches produced by Seiko during a period when the brand was expanding its automatic movement offerings for the domestic and export markets. The 6106 caliber family was widely used across various Seiko models of this era, representing the company's efforts to popularize automatic movements at an accessible level. Watches of this type illustrate general characteristics of Japanese vintage watchmaking, including simple three-hand configurations and functional dial layouts intended for everyday wear. Specifications – Brand: Seiko – Model: 6106-6009 – Movement: Automatic, 17 Jewels – Case Size: 36mm – Dial: Silver, three-hand configuration – Strap: Leather, newly replaced (non-original) Condition The case shows signs of wear consistent with its age, including visible surface marks on the gold-tone finish. The dial appears clean for a vintage piece of this age, with legible printing and markers. The crystal shows minor signs of wear typical of a pre-owned watch. The leather strap has been newly replaced, though it is not an original Seiko component. As a pre-owned vintage watch, it shows signs of age and use consistent with its era. Please refer to the photographs for further details. Important Notes This is a vintage watch. Minor signs of age and use should be expected. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. Shipping & Customs The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking from Japan. Since the item will be shipped from Japan, customs duties may apply upon arrival. For more details, please refer to the following link: https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/fees/do-i-have-to-pay-customs-fees Management Number: A0440