Seiko Lord Matic (LM) automatic day-date wristwatch, reference 5606-7070, with a silver-white sunray dial, produced in 1968. Overview An early Seiko Lord Matic from December 1968, the first year of the LM line, made by the Suwa Seikosha factory. The silver-white sunray dial carries applied bar indices (a double bar at 12), the LM / LORD MATIC / 23 JEWELS signature with the Suwa symbol, and a day-date window at 3 o'clock with kanji (Japanese) day wheel (Sunday in red). The faceted, polished stainless steel case is a one-piece (monocoque) design — the case back is marked OPEN THRU GLASS — on its original Seiko beads-of-rice style bracelet. Powered by the Seiko 5606 automatic movement with 23 jewels. Specifications - Brand: Seiko - Model: Lord Matic (LM) — dial signed SEIKO / LM / LORD MATIC / 23 JEWELS with Suwa symbol - Reference: 5606-7070 (dial code 5606-7017 AD as far as legible; serial no. 8D4454) - Movement: Seiko calibre 5606, automatic, 23 jewels — hours, minutes, central seconds, day-date at 3 o'clock - Day display: kanji (Japanese) day wheel as pictured (Sunday in red) - Case: Stainless steel one-piece (monocoque) case, polished faceted design, case back marked SEIKO WATER PROOF STAINLESS STEEL with Suwa symbol - Case diameter: approx. 36 mm (excluding crown) - Dial: Silver-white radial sunray - Bracelet: Original Seiko beads-of-rice style stainless steel bracelet with SEIKO-signed clasp - Wrist size: approx. 16 cm as pictured - Total weight: approx. 76.5 g - Year of production: 1968 (December, per serial number) Condition In used condition with visible signs of wear, consistent with its age. The bracelet shows several brown rust spots on and between the links (the main wear point — please check the photos carefully) and numerous scratches on the clasp surface. The case has fine scratches and hairlines overall with small marks near the bezel edge. The dial shows a few tiny dark spots scattered around the 12 o'clock side and centre, and the inner ring shows slight yellowing with age. The crystal has only light surface marks with no major chips or cracks. The watch would benefit from a clean. Please refer to the photos, which form part of the condition description. Working order The watch is in working order (running at the time of listing). Accuracy and water resistance have not been professionally tested or guaranteed; as with any vintage automatic watch, a service may be needed for long-term reliability. Included Watch with original Seiko bracelet only. No box or papers. Shipping Ships from Japan. Registered and insured shipping, mainly via DHL or FedEx. Import duties or taxes may apply depending on the buyer's country. These charges must be paid by the buyer. No weekend shipping as courier pickups are unavailable on Saturdays and Sundays. Please feel free to contact me with any questions before placing your bid.