{"product_id":"000000008658","title":"Seiko Lord Marvel 36000 5740-8000 Manual-wind, Serviced, Manufactured in 1970 (Showa 45)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eLord Marvel 36000\u003c\/strong\u003e manufactured in 1970.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background: rgb(238, 238, 238); border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 5px 10px;\"\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eLord Marvel\u003c\/strong\u003e was a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade manual-winding wristwatch\u003c\/strong\u003e manufactured for approximately 20 years, beginning in the late 1950s.\u003cbr\u003e\n    It was positioned between the Grand Seiko and the Crown Special.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eLord Marvel 36000\u003c\/strong\u003e is the \u003cstrong\u003efirst Japanese-made 10-beat wristwatch\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n    It is a high-grade model that for the first time incorporated into a commercially available product the world-class high-beat technology that allowed Seiko to achieve the historic feat of essentially taking the top spots (sweeping 4th through 10th places) for mechanical watches at the 1968 Geneva Observatory Chronometer Competition.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement is the manual-winding \"Cal. 5740C.\"\u003cbr\u003e\nBased on the Lord Marvel's \"Cal. 5740B,\" this is a high-beat specification with an \u003cstrong\u003eoscillation frequency increased to 36,000 beats per hour (10 vibrations per second)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The extremely smooth movement of the second hand and the pleasant ticking sound, both characteristic of high-beat movements, are the true highlights of this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe case is made of stainless steel, and the \u003cstrong\u003ecase back is a screw-back type\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case features long lugs, resulting in a design that emphasizes a sleek vertical line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial features a \u003cstrong\u003esunburst finish\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays an elegant luster depending on the angle of light. The non-date bar index design highlights the perfected functional beauty of the Lord Marvel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile maintaining the dial's original sunburst brilliance, it has developed a deep, champagne-gold hue over the course of half a century—a beautiful look unique to vintage pieces that have aged uniformly in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended for those looking for a simple and elegant antique watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cstrong\u003eoverhauled\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe strap has been replaced with a brand new genuine leather strap\u003c\/span\u003e, so you can wear it with comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown operates smoothly.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case has some minor scratches but remains clean.\u003cbr\u003e\nThere are no noticeable scratches on the crystal, and time visibility is excellent.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dial shows minor spots near the 2, 4, and 8 o'clock positions and some age-related patina throughout, which gives this particular piece its own attractive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eBeing a vintage watch, it is not water-resistant.\u003c\/span\u003e Usage in environments with moisture (such as on rainy days, while washing your face, or wearing it on hot, sweaty days) is strictly prohibited.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlso, as this is a precision instrument, please be sufficiently careful regarding strong impacts such as drops, and exposure to magnetism (smartphones, PCs, speakers, magnetic clasps on bags, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperating Instructions for Caliber 5740C\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Turn clockwise in the normal crown position\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo wind the mainspring, turn the crown slowly and carefully in the clockwise direction.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe winding will feel light at first, but will become heavier as the mainspring reaches full tension.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease be aware that forcing a manual-wind watch to wind once it has reached the limit can cause the mainspring to break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePulling out the Crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gently pull it out by inserting your fingernail between the case and the crown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003ePulling the crown too forcefully may cause it to come off. Please pull it out gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent the crown stem from bending, please remove the watch from your wrist before operating it.\u003cbr\u003e\nOperating it gently will reduce the strain on the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown out and turn counter-clockwise\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190498701617,"sku":"000000008658-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008658.jpg?v=1788948620","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008658","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}