SEIKO Watch Co. 

Seiko Watch Corporation is a Japanese company that specializes in the production of wristwatches, clocks, and electronic devices. The company was founded in 1881 by Kintaro Hattori in Tokyo, Japan. Originally named Seikosha, the company started out producing clocks before moving into the production of pocket watches in 1895.   

Seiko Kinetic 

“Kinetic” is one of unique watches produced by Seiko, which contains an internal electrical generator operated by the kinetic movement of the user’s wrist. The generated electricity is stored in a rechargeable battery that requires replacement less frequently than the conventional cell battery in a quartz watch.

SEIKO   
Kinetic Arctura
Wristwatch 
Ref. 5M42-0E49 
 
This is a vintage Seiko Kinetic Arctura wristwatch, reference 5M42-0E49, dating back from 1990's. Powered by the original Seiko quartz movement caliber 5M42, it features a central second hand, a date indicator, 6 jewels, and operates at 32,768 Hz. Made in Japan. 

Cased in a 36.3mm silver-tone tonneau case, combining stainless steel and plastic, this watch offers water resistance up to 5 ATM (50 meters / 165 feet) for everyday use. 

The original champagne dial features black Arabic numerals, black dot markers, and matching silver hands. The date window is positioned at 3 o’clock, with the dial signed "Seiko" at the top and "Kinetic" at the bottom. 

It comes on the original black rubber two-piece strap. 

This is a very classic and comfortable watch. NEW BATTERY!

Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers. 

Case Back Signed: 
SEIKO 
KINETIC 
Water Resistant 5 BAR 
Stainless Steel Plastics  
5M42-0E49 
Mov't Japan  
789992 

Measurements (mm): 
Case 36.3   
Case w/Crown 39.7  
Case Lug to Lug 50       
Case Thickness 11.2  
Lug Width 18  
Band Width 19    

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size. 

We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust the lighting, when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.  

The condition is pre-owned.   
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended. 
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.  
 
It will be carefully packed.  

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Thank you for looking!  

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