Ready for summer, this mustard yellow dialed Seiko Kinetic is ready to enjoy.  Model reference 5M42-0F19

HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?

From the serial number on the case back we can accurately date this watch to being made in December 1997.  The warranty card is blank.

CONDITION

Seiko invented the Kinetic watch back in 1988, and originally called it the AGS (Automatic Generating System). The idea is genius in its simplicity.  Rather than have a battery that needs changing every two years, you have a capacitor that is charged by converting the kinetic energy that naturally happens when you wear the watch into electrical charge.  These capacitors were originally due to last 10 years, but the replacements we now fit to 5M62 movements use better materials and should last even longer.  You can check the power reserve by pressing the button at two, and a fully charged capacitor will advance the second hand by 20 seconds.  That allows the dial to remain clear of any other subdials, and this dial is lovely – a rich yellow that looks almost mango coloured in some lights.  The Seiko lume is also still strong, adding to the sporty summer feel.  The rubber black and yellow strap is new, and has been trimmed to fit the 16mm lugs.  This watch would have originally had a Seiko bracelet, but this has been swapped out over the years.  We will install a brand new capacitor before sending the watch out to the new owner.

This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box, papers and our Certificate of Authenticity.  We no longer have the box for this watch.

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​SIZE

Width with crown  42.8 mm

Width without crown  40.2 mm

Between lugs  16 mm

Lug to lug length  46.8 mm

Case Thickness  10.9 mm

All sizes are approximate.

Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses.  If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries.  Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us.   Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.

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