Seiko 5 Automatic Day-Date 7009-3141 – Black Dial w/ Car Motif

<p><strong>Vintage Seiko 5 Automatic (ref. 7009-3141)</strong> with a black dial featuring a gold car motif, applied gold markers, and the classic Seiko 5 day-date at 3 o’clock. The Seiko 5 line is loved for its durable build and everyday reliability.</p>

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<h3>Highlights</h3>
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  <li>Seiko 5 formula: automatic movement, day-date, water resistance, recessed crown at ~4 o’clock, robust case/bracelet</li>
  <li>Japan-made 7009 automatic movement (quick-set day/date)</li>
  <li>Black dial with gold car illustration (aftermarket/refinished dial)</li>
  <li>Polished stainless-steel case, screw caseback</li>
  <li>Vintage black leather strap (fitted)</li>
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<h3>Condition</h3>
<p><em>Honest vintage wear.</em> Case and caseback show surface scratches; acrylic/mineral crystal has light marks; dial appears refinished/aftermarket with car graphic. Running at time of listing; service history unknown. Please review photos for exact condition.</p>

<h3>Specifications</h3>
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    <tr><td>Brand / Model</td><td>Seiko 5 Automatic</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Reference</td><td>7009-3141 (stamped on caseback)</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Movement</td><td>Seiko cal. 7009 automatic, day/date, bilingual quick-set</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Case</td><td>Stainless steel, screwback</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Dial</td><td>Black w/ gold car motif (refinished/aftermarket)</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Crystal</td><td>Acrylic/mineral (period correct)</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Size</td><td>~35–37 mm (typical for 7009 cases; see photos for wrist scale)</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Lug width</td><td>~18 mm (typical for Seiko 7009 variants)</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Functions</td><td>Hours, minutes, central seconds, day, date</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Water resistance</td><td>Not pressure-tested; treat as not water-resistant</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Country of origin</td><td>Japan</td></tr>
    <tr><td>Era</td><td>Mid-1980s–1990s production period for cal. 7009</td></tr>
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<h3>What’s Included</h3>
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  <li>Watch head with fitted strap</li>
  <li>Secure, tracked shipping</li>
</ul>

<h3>Notes</h3>
<p>Seiko 5 launched in the 1960s as the Sportsmatic 5 with five hallmark features—automatic, day-date, water-resistant, recessed crown, and robust build—values that made the line a cult favorite. Caliber 7009 is a widely used Seiko automatic with quick-set day/date convenience. Vintage watches may require routine service for long-term reliability.</p>