Seiko Seikomatic-R – Ref. 8306-8001 – April 1966 – frühe Automatik aus der Aufbauphase von Seiko Quarz Automatic winding (bi-directional rotor)

Automatic winding (bi-directional rotor)

Technical Highlights – Japanese automatic movement Citizen Miyota Cal

slight signs of wear on the dial

– Power reserve: 38–41 h

classified as S-part 687

Seiko Seikomatic-R – Ref. 8306-8001 – April 1966 – frühe Automatik aus der Aufbauphase von Seiko Quarz Automatic winding (bi-directional rotor)The Seiko Seikomatic R offered here, from April 1966, is one of those models with which Seiko systematically transitioned from a solid everyday manufacturer to a serious competitor to the Swiss industry in the 1960s. The reference 8306 8001 is exemplary of this phase: technically mature, clearly designed, and already positioned significantly above the basic models of the time. The Seikomatic line was developed by Suwa Seikosha and represented the