Seiko 5717-8990 from Asian Games1964 (Serviced)

Seiko 5717-8990 from Asian Games1964 (Serviced)For sale is a Seiko 5717 8990. The Seiko 45899 powered by the calibre 5719 was launched along with the 6217 World Time to commemorate the 1964 Tokyo Olympics (with the Olympics Torch stamped on the case back). The 5717 8990 was launched right after the 45899 with the inclusion of a date feature and an upgrade to the bezel. Stainless steel bezel was used instead of the brittle bakelite bezel found on the 45899. Plenty of variant was produced under the

The watch is very thin measuring 7

Lug Width: 16mm

giving a smooth sweeping action on the seconds hand

the display of black date disc and silver day disc blends with the overall aesthetic of the dial

The watch comes on its original bracelet

Thickness: 9

The watch case is in excellent condition with common hairline scratches seen

The watch case is in well worn condition with scratches seen across the case

Lug to Lug: 44

The sub-dials is finished with concentric circle that amplifies the viewing experience as light darts across it which complements the duo finishing of the dial the create an illusion of a stepped dial

Seiko launched a 500 pieces limited edition SAGK015 nicknamed "Pride in Black"

The watch is in immaculate condition with little signs of usage seen other than common hairline scratches seen on the case and crystal