Seiko 5 Automatic 7009 Refurbished Blue Day-Date 1980s

Watch Summary

This 1980s Seiko 5 Automatic 7009 Refurbished is a 37mm automatic watch with a sunburst blue dial, 17-jewel Seiko 7009 movement and day-date display, giving it a clean refurbished vintage presentation.

Its original case, case back and movement are retained, with a replacement dial, hands, mineral-glass crystal and strap clearly disclosed below.

Recorded results for this watch

• Passed the TickerWorks 48-hour run test and time check.
• Day-date and quickset functions operating correctly.

TickerWorks® Assurance

Every TickerWorks watch is checked, tested and transparently disclosed through the TickerWorks® Assurance process before being offered for sale.

• Inspection & disclosure: Recorded condition, originality and any replacement or refurbished components are clearly disclosed.
• Timegrapher checked: Every mechanical watch is checked on a timegrapher, with amplitude and stable running prioritised over chasing a single rate figure.
• Regulation: Where appropriate, regulation is brought as close as practicable to the movement’s expected factory rate.
• 48-hour run test: Every watch undergoes a 48-hour run test before being placed into stock.

Condition & Originality

Originality: Original case, case back and Seiko 7009 movement.

Replacement Components: Replacement dial, hands, mineral-glass crystal and strap.

Condition: Clean refurbished presentation with normal vintage wear consistent with age.

Bracelet or Strap: New replacement strap.

Specifications

• Brand: Seiko
• Model: Seiko 5 Automatic 7009 Refurbished
• Movement: Seiko 7009 automatic, 17 jewels
• Case size: 37 mm
• Dial colour: Sunburst blue
• Period: 1980s
• Case back: Original case back
• Crown: Functional; originality not recorded
• Bracelet or strap: New replacement strap
• Functions: Automatic, day-date, quickset

Historical Context

The Seiko 5 range became one of Seiko’s best-known automatic lines, combining day-date functionality with practical mechanical movements. The Seiko 7009 calibre is closely associated with Seiko 5 production during the 1980s and was used across a wide range of everyday automatic models.

Important Notes

This watch is a refurbished example with a replacement dial, hands, crystal and strap fitted to an original Seiko case, case back and 7009 movement.

TickerWorks Strap & Bracelet Policy

TickerWorks may supply a replacement or period-correct bracelet or strap where the original is not available or no longer suitable for use. Any replacement is clearly stated in the description. All bracelets and straps are fitted for presentation and checked for secure attachment only.

TickerWorks does not offer bracelet adjustment services. Final sizing should be carried out by a qualified watchmaker.

Notes & Caveats

Photos form part of the description.

Water resistance is not guaranteed.

Vintage mechanical tolerance is approximately ±1 minute per day.

Temperature change, shock, positional variation and moisture ingress can affect mechanical timekeeping.

Service history is unknown unless stated.