EU-based professional seller — no import taxes for EU buyers. Get your hands on this vintage 1972 Seiko Lord Marvel 36000 Ref. 5740-8000 hi-beat hand-wound watch. Serviced, guaranteed, and in beautiful condition with off-white sunburst dial and classic 1970s design, a collectible piece of Seiko history. Model History: Introduced in the late 1960s, the Seiko Lord Marvel 36000 was the brand’s first production watch to feature a 36,000 bph hi-beat movement, paving the way for later Grand Seiko and King Seiko hi-beat calibres. The Calibre 5740C became a benchmark in precision and reliability, with its fast-beating balance wheel ensuring smoother seconds motion and better timekeeping stability. By 1976, Seiko had refined the Lord Marvel’s design to a minimalist, elegant aesthetic: a clean sunburst dial, sharp indices, and the understated “Lord Marvel 36000” script, representing the pinnacle of Seiko’s hand-wound craftsmanship before the quartz era. Specifications: • Brand: Seiko • Model: Lord Marvel 36000 • Reference number: 5740-8000 • Serial number: 296724 • Year of manufacture: September 1972 • Movement: Seiko Cal. 5740C hand-wound, 36,000 bph • Case: Stainless steel • Diameter: approx. 37.5 mm with crown / 35 mm without crown • Lug-to-lug: approx. 41.5 mm • Lug width: 19 mm • Crystal: New, scratch-free • Dial: Off-white sunburst • Strap: New black leather strap • Box and papers: Not included Condition: The movement has been serviced and runs precisely with all functions operating correctly. The case retains its sharp lines, showing only light signs of wear consistent with age. The dial and hands are in very good condition. There is only a very light hairline mark on the dial near the 9 o’clock position, only visible under close inspection and certain lighting conditions. Fitted with a new crystal and a new leather strap. A timeless and historically significant hi-beat Seiko, ready to wear or collect. Offered with a 3-month functionality warranty. I aim to capture the condition of the watch accurately. Please make sure to review the pictures closely before bidding. The watch has been completely serviced by a professional watchmaker and tested for full functionality. The water resistance of the watch cannot be guaranteed. Shipping from Budapest, Hungary with tracking and insurance. If you have any questions or need support after your purchase, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for condisering this timeless piece, and happy collecting! - SpecialTimer