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[Serviced] Rare Vintage 1965 Seiko Seikomatic Weekdater 26 Jewels EGP 6206-8010* DIAL (ORIGINAL)* CROWN (ORIGINAL)* GLASS (ORIGINAL)* CASE (ORIGINAL); CASE SIZE: 35mm.This serviced Rare Vintage 1965 Seiko Seikomatic Weekdater 26 Jewels EGP 6206-8010 is a wonderful example of mid-1960s Japanese horology, embodying the executive refinement, technical innovation, and aesthetic ambition of Seiko’s premium Seikomatic lineup. It is powered by the celebrated 26-jewel Caliber 6206 automatic movement, a high-grade, robust engineering triumph from the distinguished Seikomatic family, equipped with automatic winding, proprietary Diashock shock protection, and an unusual full-word day and date calendar to deliver outstanding chronometric precision and operational stability. Following a full mechanical service, the caliber runs with peak efficiency, ensuring responsive automatic winding, crisp calendar changes, and reliable timekeeping.The visual anchor of this watch is its exceptionally well-preserved, original factory silvery-white dial, distinguished by an elegant sunburst sheen and a fine crosshair motif. Offering a pristine, dynamic finish, the bright backdrop serves as a perfect canvas for the applied gold-toned elements. The layout remains impeccably balanced, featuring the flowing “Seikomatic” script above a fully spelled-out day window at nine o’clock, elegantly mirrored by the “Diashock 26 Jewels” typography and a gold-framed date aperture at three o’clock. Distinctive cross-shaped gold-toned hour markers and matching polished gold dauphine hands catch the light beautifully, ensuring effortless legibility while exuding unmistakable 1960s aesthetic charm. The symmetrical day-and-date arrangement completes the highly functional, retro-modern design.The EGP (Electro Gold Plated) case remains in excellent vintage condition, highlighting defined factory contours, sweeping lugs, and polished flanks that elevate its classic dress presence and sit comfortably and ergonomically on the wrist. Designed with a clean, elegant profile, the case incorporates its original winding crown discreetly positioned at 4 o’clock, preserving a clean, uninterrupted silhouette. The solid reverse cleanly retains its original factory engravings, model designations, and serial stamping dating production to 1965. Completing the presentation is a newly fitted premium black leather strap with contrast white stitching that complements the warm gold aesthetic beautifully. Outside of the newly fitted leather strap, the watch head remains completely original and unaltered, preserving its factory EGP case, unrefinished sunburst dial, factory hands, crystal, original crown, and high-grade 26-jewel 6206 caliber.Collectors actively pursue the 1965 Seikomatic Weekdater 6206-8010 for its distinctive full-word day display, its highly capable 26-jewel mechanical architecture, and its beautiful original crosshair dial configuration. While surviving examples from this era frequently suffer from heavily degraded dials, worn gold plating, overpolished case lines, or sluggish movements, this fully serviced, all-original watch head offers an exceptional opportunity for enthusiasts of vintage Japanese watchmaking, serving as an authentic and handsome cornerstone for any serious vintage collection.