FS: 1967 Seiko 62MAS (Ref. 6217-8001) "Big Crown"

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Released in 1965 the “62MAS” (auto[MA]tic [S]elfdater) is the first professional Seiko diver's watch. Originally released with a smaller crown (ref. 6217-8000) this was discontinued after two months and replaced with (ref. 6217-8001) which has a larger crown.

Brand: Seiko
Model: 6217-8001 "Big Crown"
Case: 37mm
Strap: Black tropic rubber strap
Box & papers: No
Website: keepiece.co
Location: Los Angeles
Price: $5,499 shipped express within US

CONDITION & SERVICING

This Seiko watch comes as a watch only.
Dial and hands are in excellent condition.
Case edges are sharp, with the bezel and crown teeth offering lots of grip.
Caseback is in excellent condition with engraving prominent.
Watch is running correctly, previous service history is unknown.