And I’d venture to say they are still cheap, considering the 61 line of watches represent a major milestone in horology – the world’s first automatic mechanical chronograph. Although prices have been skyrocketing over the last few years, many amazing vintage Seiko watches can still be acquired for under $500.
Out of this group came several watches that have since become cult collector classics, with memorable nicknames like the “Pogue”, “Bullhead”, and “Kakume”.Īnd for collectors just getting into the vintage watch market, the old Seiko chronographs represents an incredible value. During the 1970’s Seiko released dozens of automatic chronograph models, most notably their 6138 (dual subregister) and 6139 (single subregister) line. Yet some of the coolest vintage chronographs currently on the second-hand market came from Japan, most notably from Seiko. There is just something about the funky designs of the 1970’s that tick a lot of boxes for vintage collectors. From the iconic motorsports chronographs produced by Heuer to the austere military chronographs produced by Hamilton, Precista and CWC, the decade produced an incredible amount of unique vintage pieces.Ĭhronographs of this era are defined by their intricate dials with colorful accents, daring angular case shapes, and innovative mechanical movements. The 1970’s were a golden era for mechanical chronographs.
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