{"product_id":"seiko-5-actus-ss-6106-8660-september-1974-green-sunburst-25-jewels-jdm-vintage-revidiert","title":"Seiko 5 Actus SS 6106-8660 – September 1974 – Green Sunburst – 25 Jewels – JDM Vintage – serviced","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eThe Seiko 5 Actus represents the sportier, more modern iteration of Seiko's mechanical line from the 1970s. This particular example, reference \u003cstrong data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"386\"\u003e6106-8660\u003c\/strong\u003e, dates from \u003cstrong data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"429\"\u003eSeptember 1974\u003c\/strong\u003e (serial number 49xxxx) and embodies the transition from classic dress aesthetics to the bolder designs of the mid-70s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tyfpfk\" data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eWithin Seiko's product architecture, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eSeiko 5 Actus\u003c\/strong\u003e was positioned as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"851\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t7fspj\" data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"736\"\u003etechnically above the classic Seiko 5 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ro3flt\" data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"793\"\u003ebelow Lord Matic, King Seiko, and Grand Seiko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qx42b4\" data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"851\"\u003ewith a focus on modern design and everyday usability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eActus models were primarily designed for the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) and often feature bolder dial colors and case shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gkog1g\" data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eSpecial highlights of this example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dtlb3c\" data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eintense \u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003egreen sunburst dial\u003c\/strong\u003e with strong light dynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wi9nxr\" data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eapplied, polished indices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"imz02o\" data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eclean, minimalist hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r9fdjz\" data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003ebilingual Day-Date display (Kanji \/ English)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rfy8o4\" data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003esporty integrated case shape typical of the 1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eThe green variant, in particular, is significantly rarer today than classic silver or black models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"100a4gg\" data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eTechnology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y8nekm\" data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eCaliber: Seiko 6106 (Automatic)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tg8d4d\" data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e25 Jewels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10srkkx\" data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eDay-Date with quickset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pc1q2l\" data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003erobust, everyday construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lefl1u\" data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eProduction: early to mid-1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eThe 6106 is one of the most reliable Seiko automatic movements of its time and was used in numerous JDM models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9gggo5\" data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b7etyq\" data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003every nice, original condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gtqklb\" data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eparticularly well-preserved dial with vibrant color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7wofyz\" data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003ecase with light, age-appropriate signs of wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q328nn\" data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eclear crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2a0pdx\" data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003eprofessionally serviced in Japan (Autumn 2025)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bo6yz\" data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003etechnically flawless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1chl4sx\" data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eStrap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19ei4n4\" data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003ehigh-quality, period-correct aftermarket steel bracelet by the Japanese brand \u003cstrong data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eMaruman\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4mdtbk\" data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003evisually and stylistically very fitting for the watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o57lrn\" data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003ehigh wearing comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vdeyho\" data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fn1o0x\" data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003eReference: 6106-8660\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hi2ejr\" data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003eProduction Date: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eSeptember 1974\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tmh02e\" data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eMovement: Seiko 6106 Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ptkbn5\" data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003eDiameter: 37 mm (without crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v7pwt0\" data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003eLug-to-Lug: 41.4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19c2g54\" data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003eHeight: 10.4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19vb0y3\" data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003eLug Width: 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ozknmf\" data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003eWeight: 76 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13l5glx\" data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003eCase: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"a8ms0e\" data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2480\"\u003eCollector's Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eThis watch is particularly interesting because it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ips31p\" data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003eoffers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003erare dial color (Green Sunburst)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4m11sd\" data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003ecomes from the design-strong phase of the mid-1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zr78j1\" data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003euses a solid and proven automatic movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ditooi\" data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003ehas already been serviced in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2842\"\u003eThis makes it a very attractive overall package, both visually and technically, within the vintage Seiko segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13yac3x\" data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eWarranty (used)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3218\"\u003eThis is a used item. The limitation period for defect claims (statutory warranty) is 12 months from delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"lp3x5u\" data-start=\"3220\" data-end=\"3232\"\u003eNote\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3421\"\u003eAs this is a used watch, no water resistance can be guaranteed. To protect the movement, the watch should not come into contact with water or moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage \u0026 JDM (Japan Domestic Market)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53122252505426,"sku":"A254","price":429.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/3908\/0530\/files\/529360A4-2CA2-4C4D-8C7C-3EA4EBCED65A.jpg?v=1775318859","url":"https:\/\/japanese-microbrands.com\/en\/products\/seiko-5-actus-ss-6106-8660-september-1974-green-sunburst-25-jewels-jdm-vintage-revidiert","provider":"Japanese Microbrands - Mario Lenke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}