Seiko

1969 Seiko Automatic World Time GMT (Ref. 6117-6400) Grey Linen Dial

$ 1,500

The Seiko World Time was debuted in 1964 when it was created specifically for the Tokyo summer Olympics, also named 'Games of the XVIII Olympiad'. It was an extremely expensive watch at the time, with a price tag of 12.00 Yen. The interior bezel features an eclectic array of a whopping 26 cities from around the globe, allowing the wearer to track two time zones simultaneously, and guaranteed to charm anyone with a passion for international travel. The coveted mechanical Seikos are highly prized by collectors and enthusiasts of this exceptional Japanese brand. 

SPECS

Stock # SKOWT61176400
Brand Seiko
Style World Time GMT
Model 6117-6400
Serial 9DXXXX
Size Men's
Material Stainless Steel
Dial Grey "Linen"
Millimeters 40.5
Bracelet Seiko "Fish Scale" Link Stainless Steel Bracelet

CASE & BRACELET

The excellent case exhibits gentle evidence of previous polishing and light signs of use with the original case designs and bevels fully present. The case retains its original unsigned crown located at 4 o'clock. The case back retains its original serial and reference number engravings in clear and visible condition. The watch comes on its original and very rare Seiko "fish scales" bracelet which shows normal stretch for the style age age and will fit up to a 7 1/2-inch wrist.

DIAL & HANDS

The original grey linen dial is in excellent condition, showing only nominal elements of age and the outer orange 24hr scale is also in great condition. The inner rotating world-time bezel is virtually flawless. The lume plots feature a pale green coloration that is common for Seiko's in this era and show no degradation under UV light inspection. The original hands match the dial perfectly and show no degradation when inspected under U.V. light.

ACCESSORIES 

None. The watch is functioning perfectly and keeping time, previous service history is unknown.