King Seiko Hi-Beat — Ref. 5626-7000 — Automatic, Day-Date, Kanji Day Wheel, KS Medallion, 1968 Overview A vintage King Seiko Hi-Beat from 1968, one of the celebrated 56KS series produced by Seiko's Suwa factory. The automatic calibre 5626 beats at 28,800 vph, and the watch carries the hallmarks collectors look for: the gold KS medallion in the case back, a KS-signed crown, the Suwa symbol on the dial, and the sharply faceted case in the KS style. The silver dial has multi-faceted sword indices with black centre lines and a day-date window at 3 o'clock with a Japanese kanji day wheel (Sunday in red). Specifications - Brand: Seiko - Model: King Seiko Hi-Beat (dial signed SEIKO AUTOMATIC / KS HI-BEAT with Suwa symbol — the full "KING SEIKO" wording does not appear on 56KS dials, as correct for this series) - Reference: 5626-7000 (dial code 5626-7000T AD; serial no. 8N4434 — November 1968) - Movement: Automatic — calibre 5626, hi-beat 28,800 vph, day-date at 3 o'clock with quickset - Case: Stainless steel with sharply faceted, flat-polished surfaces; case back marked WATERPROOF / STAINLESS STEEL with the gold KS medallion; KS-signed crown - Dial: Silver with applied faceted indices; kanji day wheel - Case diameter: to be confirmed — please see photos for proportions - Bracelet: Steel mesh bracelet with slide clasp — no Seiko markings found, believed aftermarket - Total weight: approx. 73.4 g; approx. 17 cm wrist size as pictured Condition In good condition for its age (over 55 years old), with visible signs of wear. The crystal shows several fine scratches and rubbing lines visible in angled light. The case and bezel show polishing marks and numerous small scratches, though the characteristic KS facets remain distinct. The dial is clean with no major spots — only a very subtle unevenness of tone in some light — and the hands show no corrosion. The gold of the case back medallion shows rubbing, dulling and tiny dark spots, but no damage. The mesh bracelet clasp shows hairline scratches. No significant rust. 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). As a vintage hi-beat automatic, accuracy has not been tested or guaranteed, water resistance should not be assumed, and service history is unknown. Included Watch 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.