Introduction This is a vintage SEIKO 5 Actus SS men's automatic wristwatch, reference 8346-8000, featuring a silver-tone dial, day-date display, and stainless-steel case. The dial is signed "SEIKO 5 ACTUS," "SS," and "23 JEWELS." Its applied baton hour markers, clean silver-tone dial, and framed day-date display give the watch a classic vintage Japanese appearance. Historical & Collector Value The SEIKO 5 Actus series is an interesting part of Seiko's vintage automatic watch history, combining the practical concept of the SEIKO 5 family with distinctive styling intended for the Japanese domestic market. This example features a 23-jewel automatic mechanical movement and a day-date display, reflecting Seiko's focus on practical and reliable mechanical watches during this period. The 5 Actus line has become increasingly interesting to collectors of vintage Japanese watches because of its variety of case designs, dial configurations, and period-specific details. Specifications - Brand: SEIKO - Model: SEIKO 5 Actus SS - Reference: 8346-8000 - Movement: Automatic mechanical - Jewels: 23 jewels - Functions: Time, day, date - Dial: Silver-tone - Case material: Stainless steel - Case diameter: Approx. 36 mm - Gender: Men's - Condition: Pre-owned / Vintage - Operation: Running at the time of listing - Crown time-setting operation: Confirmed - Crown date-change operation: Not functioning - Accessories: None - Sale format: Watch head only, according to the provided information Measurements are approximate and slight differences may occur. Condition The watch is running at the time of listing. Time setting by the crown has been confirmed. The date cannot be changed using the crown. Please consider this functional issue when bidding. The watch shows age-related scratches, small marks, discoloration, and general wear on the case, crystal, case back, dial, and hands. Please inspect all photographs carefully for the exact cosmetic condition. This is a pre-owned / vintage watch. It has signs of use such as scratches, small marks, fading, and wear due to age. Please check all photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description. The watch is running at the time of listing. Time setting and basic functions have been checked unless otherwise stated. Long-term accuracy has not been tested. As this is a used/vintage watch, maintenance or overhaul may be required after purchase. Water resistance is not guaranteed, even if the case or dial has water-resistance markings. Only the items shown in the photos are included. If box, papers, spare links, or accessories are not shown or mentioned, they are not included. Please understand that the condition of vintage watches can be subjective. I describe the item as accurately as possible, but minor signs of age and use should be expected. Service History The watch is running at the time of listing. Crown operation for time setting has been confirmed. The crown-operated date change is not functioning. Long-term accuracy and extended continuous operation have not been tested. Shipping & Customs The watch will be carefully packed for international shipping. Import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, and any other charges imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer. These charges are not included in the purchase price or shipping cost. IMPORTANT – Customs & Import Taxes If customs duties / VAT are not paid by the buyer, the parcel cannot be delivered and will be returned. In such cases, the sale will not be refunded. Please make sure to pay all customs charges promptly.