I finally got a Lord Marvel. This was even sweeter as it is a rare linen dial with Hindu-Arabic hour markers. The gold plating on the watch is also in good condition and overall the case is in great shape with few scratches or dings. Not at all that bad for a 53-year old watch.
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The watch does not have any day or date complications.
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The side view shown the original crown and a gold-plated case in very good condition
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The case back showing the serial number indicating this to be manufactured in March 1967. The model number here is consistent with the one indicated on the dial.
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The other side view showing a gold-plated case that's in very good condition
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Close-up showing the near immaculate dial
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Close-up showing the dial number. The difference between 8000 and 8030T actually indicates this to be a variant of the 8000.
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Photo angle showing the linen textured dial
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The obligatory wrist shot
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Inside the case back, the model number is etched on the metal.
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The watch is powered by a Cal. 5740C, which runs at 36,000 A/h. This caliber is regarded as one of the references for movements that were eventually used by Grand Seiko watches.
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Here is a nice article about this model:
https://wornandwound.com/affordable-vintage-seiko-lord-marvel-5740-8000-lm5740-hi-beat/
[I sold this watch in February 2021. Initially, someone made a shrewd offer; obviously someone who was planning to purchase the watch and sell it for profit. I didn't agree and sold it so someone who appreciated the value of the watch.]
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