Seiko 6139, the watch that started it all

[TheVTCGuy]

I wish I had some pictures to post, but anything would just be off the internet, I haven’t had a 6139 for some time but am inviting any of you guys to post pics of yours. That watch, was the one that started it all for me, it was the first watch I bought. It was 1974, I was 2 years old... OK OK, that’s a lie... I was 3.... Sigh. I was 13. I had a paper route, mowing lawns, various other odd jobs, and I saved up $95 to buy that watch brand new from my uncle’s jewelry store. It had a blue face and I wore it until my freshman year in college, when I traded it in for a Seiko Turtle. They were great watches.

Does anyone have an 6139s in their collection they would care to show?

[Dan Pierce]

Paul,
I have one and really enjoy it but away from my hard drive so can't post pics either. Should be able to tomorrow though.
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[TheVTCGuy]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Paul,
I have one and really enjoy it but away from my hard drive so can't post pics either. Should be able to tomorrow though.
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Looking forward to it Dan

[Sjmoore11]

Happy to oblige, here is my 6139 worn on a sunny day a couple of weeks ago!

[TheVTCGuy]

Originally Posted by Sjmoore11

Happy to oblige, here is my 6139 worn on a sunny day a couple of weeks ago!

Beautiful! Seiko (obviously) has had some iconic watches over the years, I would place the turtle in this category, but the 6139 was such an awsome design and incredible timepiece.

[Swiss Mad!]

I don't have a 6139, but I got a 6138 that I enjoy very much.

It's '75 model and still looks fresh



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[TheVTCGuy]

Very nice Max!

[Dan Pierce]

Sorry for the delay, Paul. Also included the "All-Man Man's Watch" ad.
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[TheVTCGuy]

Wow Dan! That was my watch! What a beauty Congratulations!

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Wow Dan! That was my watch! What a beauty Congratulations!

Thanks, Paul! It's amazing how robust these classics chronographs are. I've had it 8 years, it dates to 1973, don't know the service history, but it runs great.

Here's another favorite, 6138 0040 Bullhead, circa 1977.
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[TheVTCGuy]

Nice watch! I never understood why the bullhead was not a popular model. I agree it’s a bit different looking, but a classic nonetheless.

[Gharddog03]

Dan, for sale??? smoking piece!!!

[incontrol]

Beautiful watches everyone! Truly iconic.

I was not smart enough to buy one when they were first released but have a Turtle remake I really enjoy wearing.


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[JimSnyder]

Mine from 1976, I was a sophomore in high school

[Old Expat Beast]

A Japanese seller I know, who is usually reasonable with pricing, has just listed this June 1969 JDM 6139-6000 for US$2,500

How can it be so much? I don't want to ask him why, in case there's an obvious reason that I have overlooked.

[Rebel]

I almost purchased one (yellow dial) at Fort Sill, OK. when I was at Boot Camp. I didn't buy it. Wish I had.

[Swiss Mad!]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

A Japanese seller I know, who is usually reasonable with pricing, has just listed this June 1969 JDM 6139-6000 for US$2,500

How can it be so much? I don't want to ask him why, in case there's an obvious reason that I have overlooked.

Sounds expensive on the face of it, but I must admit that does look in absolutely stunning condition.

Almost factory fresh!

Considering its age is it advertised as NOS?

Does it say if the original box is with it?

Obviously this would bump the price up

Nice watch anyhow.





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[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Nice watch! I never understood why the bullhead was not a popular model. I agree it’s a bit different looking, but a classic nonetheless.

Thanks again, Paul!

Originally Posted by Gharddog03

Dan, for sale??? smoking piece!!!

Thanks, Gerano! Not for sale at this time. Could change just don't know when.

Originally Posted by JimSnyder

Mine from 1976, I was a sophomore in high school

That's a beauty, Jim!

Prices for all these vintage 70's chronos are going up. But you can still find some bargains if you look hard enough.
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[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by Swiss Mad!

Sounds expensive on the face of it, but I must admit that does look in absolutely stunning condition.

Almost factory fresh!

Considering its age is it advertised as NOS?

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No, and it does have a few dings and scratches. I'm just wondering if JDM models are very rare.

[CPRWATCH]

Some great pictures already posted on this thread ,and thought one more wont hurt .Mine is from 76 but would happily trade in against the beauty JDM ref Adam posted thats for sale , not sure I would pay that kind of money though .

[1William]

Great watch but the prices are out of my range for this watch. I should have bought a number of years ago.