Clearance — donor rebuild: The movement, dial and hands were replaced together from a donor unit of the same calibre family. Bracelet length: 19cm. Please review the condition and originality details below.
Watch Summary
This 2000s Seiko 5 Sports Automatic 7S36-02H0 is a 40mm automatic watch with a full-lume dial, day-date display and diver-style bezel, giving it a bold, high-contrast sporty presentation.
Its original case, case back, crown, crystal and stainless-steel bracelet are retained, while the movement, dial and hands have been replaced with donor-unit parts from the same calibre family.
Recorded results for this watch
- Passed the TickerWorks 48-hour run test and time check.
- Quickset function operating correctly.
- Timegrapher snapshot at the time of testing: +17 seconds/day, 229° amplitude and 0.9 ms beat error.
- Replacement movement, dial and hands. Technician note states the movement, dial and hands were swapped from a donor unit of the same calibre and family as a full unit swap.
TickerWorks® Assurance
Every TickerWorks watch is checked, tested and transparently disclosed through the TickerWorks® Assurance process before being offered for sale.
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Inspection & disclosure: Recorded condition, originality and any replacement or refurbished components are clearly disclosed.
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Timegrapher checked: Every mechanical watch is checked on a timegrapher, with amplitude and stable running prioritised over chasing a single rate figure.
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Regulation: Where appropriate, regulation is brought as close as practicable to the movement’s expected factory rate.
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48-hour run test: Every watch undergoes a 48-hour run test before being placed into stock.
Condition & Originality
TickerWorks® Parts Originality Index (POI)
A transparency measure within TickerWorks® Assurance, showing the balance between assessed originality and refurbishment across eight key components.
POI: 6.0/10
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Higher POI: More assessed original components retained — especially relevant to collectors who prioritise originality.
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Lower POI: More components replaced or refurbished — often more relevant to buyers seeking a cleaner, refreshed daily wearer.
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POI is not a condition or quality score: it simply shows the balance between originality and refurbishment.
Originality: Original case, case back, crown, crystal and bracelet.
Replacement Components: Replacement movement, dial and hands. Technician note states the movement and dial were swapped from a donor unit of the same calibre and family as a full unit swap.
Condition: No additional specific condition issues were recorded during inspection beyond acceptable age-related wear.
Bracelet or Strap: Original stainless-steel bracelet in good condition; not full length, 19cm.
Specifications
Brand: Seiko
Model: Seiko 5 Sports Automatic 7S36-02H0
Internal model: 7S36-02H0
Movement: Seiko 7S36 automatic, 23 jewels
Case size: 40mm
Dial colour: Full lume
Period: 2000s
Case back: Original case back
Crown: Original crown
Bracelet/strap: Original stainless-steel bracelet, good condition, not full length, 19cm
Functions: Day-date display, quickset function operating correctly, uni-directional bezel action good
Historical Context
Seiko 5 Sports traces its roots to 1968 and developed around the Seiko 5 formula of automatic winding, day-date display, water resistance, a recessed crown and durable case construction. The 7S36 belongs to Seiko’s long-running automatic movement family and uses 23 jewels.
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.