2013 Seiko 5 Sports Automatic 24 Hour 42mm SSA065K1

Here we have a rare reference 2013 Seiko 5 Sports Automatic 24-Hour SSA065K1, featuring a 42mm satin-brushed stainless steel case. It has a purposeful, chunky profile measuring 12mm thick. The tapered lugs and chamfered edges flow across the wrist, resulting in a compact 46mm lug-to-lug length that allows the watch to sit securely and comfortably even on smaller wrists. At 2 o’clock, the coin-edged crown. A fixed, brushed bezel surrounds the flat Hardlex crystal. The matte black dial is designed for maximum legibility, featuring a stepped inner 60-minute chapter ring and a minute track. Bold, applied brushed and polished baton indexes and oversized sword hands that are generously coated in Seiko’s legendary Lumibrite, ensuring a powerful glow in the dark. The standout feature is the 24-hour sub-dial at 10 o’clock, providing a clear AM/PM reference, while a discreet colour-matched date window sits at 4:30. At noon, we have the Seiko 5 motif Sports in red underneath and at 6 o’clock, Automatic 24 Jewels 100M. With its rugged construction and useful 24-hour complication, it is perfect for the intrepid traveller and adventurer. On the reverse, an exhibition screw-down case back reveals the In-house Seiko Calibre 4R37. Introduced as a significant upgrade over the older 7S series, this 24-jewel automatic movement beats at 21,600 bph and offers the modern convenience of both hacking and hand-winding. The watch comes with its original 22mm brushed-and-polished stainless steel bracelet, featuring a dual-pusher folding clasp with a safety fliplock; all links are provided. This watch is sold with its original Seiko box, swing tag and paperwork.

This watch is sold with its original Seiko box, swing tag and paperwork. The watch comes with its original 22mm brushed-and-polished stainless steel bracelet, featuring a dual-pusher folding clasp with a safety fliplock; all links are provided. The watch is from December 2013, and is sold in worn condition; overall, it is in fair condition, as you can see. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

This is one of those Seiko 5 Sports models that quietly does a lot more than you expect for the price point. At 42mm, it has a solid, tool-watch feel, but the relatively compact lug-to-lug keeps it wearable and well-balanced. The dial is where it really earns its keep. Clean, legible, and properly thought through, with those bold hands and Lumibrite doing exactly what you want them to do. The 24-hour sub-dial at 10 o’clock is a nice touch, too. I would not hesitate to add this affordable gem to your collection today!

Reference : SSA065K1 (4R37-00G0)
Movement : Automatic Seiko Cal. 4R37
Age : December 2013
Year : 2013
Case Size : 42mm
Case Thickness : 12mm
Lug to Lug : 46mm
Lugs : 22mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : Box & Papers
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

Seiko's history began in 1881 when Kintaro Hattori established the K. Hattori retail and repair store. In 1892, Seikosha was established to make wall clocks. 1895 saw the production of their first pocket watch. 1913 saw the launch of their first wristwatch, the Laurel. In 1924, the first Seiko was manufactured. Daini Seikosha (now Seiko Instruments Inc.) was established in 1937. Seiko was listed on the Tokyo stock exchange in 1949. The Suwa factory became independent and formed Suwa Seikosha Co., Ltd. (now Seiko Epson Corporation in 1959). In 1956, Seiko launched Marvel as their first true in-house-made watch; they continued to make this watch until 1959. The Seiko Lord Marvel, introduced in 1958, was Seiko's first luxury watch, predating the well-known Grand Seiko. It was designed to rival Swiss brands with a refined design and higher specifications. In 1967, Seiko launched the calibre 5740C watch movement, a significant upgrade over the earlier calibre 5740A, which beat at 18,000, and the 5740B, which beat at 19800. This movement was special because it allowed the watch to run at a high speed of 36,000 beats per hour, making it Japan's first high-frequency watch. In fact, it was only the second watch movement of its kind in the world, following one released by a Swiss brand just a few months earlier. Japan’s first chronograph watch was introduced for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics; it was called the Seiko Crown Chronograph monopusher. Not stopping there, Seiko launched Japan's first true divers' watch, the Seiko Diver’s 150M, fitted with the automatic Calibre 6217, which was later given the nickname “62MAS” by collectors. King Seiko and Grand Seiko emerged as prominent lines within the Seiko brand, with King Seiko making its debut in 1961 as a distinguished luxury watch collection. Grand Seiko, on the other hand, has consistently set the standard for exceptional craftsmanship and precision engineering. In 1965, Seiko introduced a groundbreaking manual-wind movement featuring 25 jewels and hacking seconds, coinciding with the launch of the second-generation KSK series, which boasted sharp, angular cases and robust, flat-ended lugs. The King Seiko KCM was introduced in 1969, featuring a chronometer-certified movement that operates at an impressive 36,000 beats per hour, along with a sleek C-shaped stainless steel case. In 1975, the King and Grand Quartz brands were introduced, built at the Suwa Seikosha and Daini Seikosha factories. In 1977, a high-end Twin Quartz Cal. 92 was produced until 1979, when the 97KQ and 99KQ were introduced. The final 1981 King Quartz Cal. 94KQ movement remained in production until Seiko ended the King Seiko line in 1985. Despite the challenges during the Quartz crisis of the 1970s that led to the gradual shutdown of King Seiko production, Seiko made a comeback in 2022 by reintroducing the classic King Seiko collection. The company name was changed to the Seiko Corporation in 1990. Innovation at Seiko continues today with GPS Solar watches.