[SERVICED] Rare Vintage 1969 Seiko Lord Matic LM Blue Dial 23 Jewels 5606-9030 For Sale

[Serviced] Rare Vintage 1969 Seiko Lord Matic LM Blue Dial 23 Jewels 5606-9030* DIAL: Blue* CROWN (ORIGINAL)* CASE (ORIGINAL); CASE SIZE: 38mm.This serviced Rare Vintage 1969 Seiko Lord Matic LM 23 Jewels Ref. 5606-9030 is a spectacular example of late-1960s Japanese horology, embodying the executive elegance and mechanical excellence of Suwa Seikosha\'s celebrated Lord Matic lineup. It is driven by the celebrated 23-jewel Caliber 5606 automatic movement, a high-grade caliber engineered with manual winding capability, hacking seconds, a quickset day-date mechanism, and Diashock protection to deliver exceptional chronometric precision and operational stability. Following a full mechanical service, the caliber runs with optimal efficiency, providing seamless automatic winding, sharp calendar changeovers, and smooth timekeeping that established the line\'s enduring reputation.The face of the watch features a stunning, professionally restored vibrant blue dial that catches light with striking depth and rich color. Elevating its visual appeal, the dial is viewed through a newly fitted, super high-quality faceted crystal that creates dynamic light play and unique geometric reflections across the watch face. A clean, framed day-date aperture sits neatly at 3 o\'clock, balanced by applied polished silver \"SEIKO\" typography under 12 o\'clock and the iconic applied \"LM\" emblem accompanied by \"LORD MATIC 23 JEWELS\" and the Suwa factory insignia above 6 o\'clock. The dial is appointed with applied faceted baton hour markers with contrasting inlays, complemented by razor-sharp polished baton hands, delivering timeless late-1960s aesthetic flair, superior legibility, and distinctive executive presence.The stainless steel case remains in excellent condition, showcasing its distinctive cushion-shaped factory contours, crisp edges, and polished surfaces that sit comfortably and commandingly on the wrist. Emphasizing its balanced profile, the case retains its original neat winding crown positioned seamlessly at 3 o\'clock. Outside of the professionally restored blue dial, the upgraded faceted crystal, and a newly fitted black leather strap, the watch head remains entirely authentic and unaltered, retaining its factory hands, case, crown, and high-grade 23-jewel automatic movement.Collectors actively seek out the Lord Matic 5606-9030 for its robust 56-series movement architecture, hacking and hand-winding features, and quintessential late-1960s Seiko design language. While vintage pieces from 1969 frequently suffer from broken day-date quickset rocker gears, tarnished dials, or over-polished cases, this fully serviced specimen with its flawless custom blue dial and brilliant faceted glass offers a rare combination of mechanical reliability and vivid vintage character, making it a standout centerpiece for any vintage Japanese horology collection.