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    • Vintage Seiko 5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing 6138-0040
    • Vintage Seiko 5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing 6138-0040
    • Vintage Seiko 5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing 6138-0040
    • Vintage Seiko 5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing 6138-0040
    • Vintage Seiko 5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing 6138-0040
    • Vintage Seiko 5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing 6138-0040
    • Vintage Seiko 5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing 6138-0040

    Vintage Seiko 5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing 6138-0040

    Regular Price $900.00
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    The Seiko 6138-0040, famously known as the "Bullhead," is a prominent 1970s automatic chronograph. It is easily identified by its "bullhead" configuration, where the crown and chronograph pushers are located at the top of the case (12 o'clock) rather than the side, a design intended to prevent accidental activation and improve ergonomics for racing drivers.

    Specifications

    SKU
    02182026171000
    Item
    Wristwatch
    Brand
    Seiko
    Model
    5 Sports Speed-Timer Racing
    Reference
    6138-0040
    Year

    Dial Color
    Brown
    Case Material
    Steel
    Movement
    Automatic
    Caliber
    6138B
    Country
    Japan
    Gender
    Men's
    Jewels
    21
    Grade

    Band Material

    Functions

    Type

    Department

    Balance

    Condition

    Overall Condition
    Fair, overall condition
    Case
    Shows scratches. Has dents/dings. Has patina.
    Crystal
    Shows hairline scratches.
    Crystal Condition

    Dial

    Crown
    Shows scratches.
    Crown Condition

    Hands

    Hands Condition

    Band
    Shows scratches. Has dents/dings. The band has some stretch between the links.
    Function
    Running, but may be in need of service. This means, it can run unreliably, start or stop and timekeeping is not guaranteed
    Winding

    Timing Data
    Gaining 24 seconds a day, Amplitude 220, Beat Error 0.1
    Additional Notes

    Measurements

    Diameter
    43.5mm
    Dial Diameter

    Width

    Length

    Height

    Thickness
    15mm
    Lug Width
    20mm
    Lug to Lug
    46.5mm
    Bracelet Size
    7.5in
    Inside Diameter

    Outside Diameter

    Inside Width

    Inside Length

    Outside Length

    Outside Width

    Band Width

    Band Clasp Width

    Band End Link Width

    Band Length

    Box Length

    Box Width

    Size

    Standardized Size

    About the Brand

    Seiko: A beloved brand among collectors, Seiko has long been known for offering exceptional watches at accessible prices. Founded in 1881, the Japanese brand earned worldwide recognition for its divers, sports chronographs, and industry-leading quartz technology. With a lineup that includes historically significant and technically innovative pieces, Seiko remains one of the most widely collected and respected watch brands across all price points.

     

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