Seiko Vintage Lord Marvel 1976 LM5740 Hi-Beat

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5 жыл бұрын

This video is about a cracking 1976 vintage Seiko Lord Marvel Hi-Beat dress watch, which I picked up recently.
It beats at a rate of 36,000 vibrations per hour, giving the sweep of the second's hand a smooth and sinuous flow.

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@CoolPeanut. 2 ай бұрын

Perfect for getting one!

@LambentOrt Жыл бұрын

I received mine in the mail today. It's a stunning watch.

@v_r_ 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, makes me want this watch even more.

@shothorology9183 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it. Get one while they are still relatively cheap. Amazing watch.

@SamB-ss2mh 4 жыл бұрын

just bought one. VERY excited!

@shothorology9183 4 жыл бұрын

You won’t be disappointed

@bestboy897 Жыл бұрын

Excellent review

@sean640 5 жыл бұрын

love the details in this review

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Hello Sean- glad you enjoyed! Do stay tuned for more existing/ upcoming reviews.

@moose201 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice video quality. Your comments on the LM are spot on, couldn't agree more.

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind feedback. Hoping to continue with improving the video quality. If you love watches, then I’ve added some more really iconic pieces to the collection which I’ll be reviewing- do stay tuned! Regards.

@thewhippetwhispereretal4438 3 жыл бұрын

I've got one dated 1968. A beautiful reliable time keeper. It's a subtle classy watch that although originally intended as a every day watch is definitely a dress watch by modern standards .

@gmshadowtraders 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing review!

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

gmshadowtraders thanks for your kind comment. I am trying to improve all the time. Btw, do try and bag one of these LM Seiko’s- they are a phenomenal little find!

@gamewizard1760 3 жыл бұрын

The Lord Marvel 36000 watches are an excellent starter watch for anyone getting into Seiko's until they are ready to commit to a Hi-Beat King Seiko or Grand Seiko. The shock resistance is a bit better on the Kings and Grands, but the Lord Marvel won't disappoint. Be sure you're getting one with the Hi Beat movement, though as the early Lord Marvel's didn't get it. Be sure you can see the movement before you buy. The 5740C movement is the best of the best for that line.

@dalegamble1173 2 ай бұрын

Great video. You got a real bargain there.

@mywatchventure8875 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent

@ginyamaguchi1421 4 жыл бұрын

Great review. Subbed!

@Leo-Crespi 4 ай бұрын

This watch stood the test of time and you have a beautiful one here, the fun fact is that in 1976 this was one of the cheapest watches for men that Seiko was selling. 14,000 yen I believe.

@brucelee9941 5 ай бұрын

Excellent review thank you, I just traded a bulova sea king with Roman Dial for a Lord Marvel 36000 in gold imported from Japan not bad since I old paid $85 cash for Bulova.

@houstonnative5855 5 жыл бұрын

Very lovely review. My Lord Marvel from Feb '69 is one of my favorites. I have the one with linen dial and arabic numerals. It's SS also, though I have seen others in gold-plate. I agree with your comment that the one you have in the video is more prototypical of later King and Grand Seiko models but that is exactly why I sought out the one with the arabic numerals. I wanted something slightly different from this model of Seiko. You are so correct that these are huge value and really amazing to hold to the ear and hear the high beat tick away. BTW - I really covet the rarer, early Lord Marvel with seahorse on the back, just missed on eBay a year or two ago. They go for a slight premium over the regular horseshoe back. Keep up the great reviews, I just subscribed.

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Houston Native- thanks so much for the sub and positivity. I honestly have to say, in all the years I have loved watches, this piece has been the most rewarding! Absolutely love the linen dial that you have, and I too also tried looking for the seahorse variant. On an interesting side note, I think these LM’s are now proving to be less abundant. I am actually considering hovering up any more I find now! Please do stay tuned, as I have a lot of Seiko related material coming up👍

@CaniBranco 5 жыл бұрын

And I say more, mine is much younger than this and it is original. same model, seiko lord marvel 36000, number 7006941. I have no idea how much it's worth.

@haidaaymen9300 Жыл бұрын

Bravo franchement

@ruelboluso9665 Жыл бұрын

Nice video ☺️ I wonder 🤔 what is the power reserve after your reconditioned

@maeziyeo4028 5 жыл бұрын

I have 2 with the Arabic numerals and linen texture dome dial. One SS and the GF. Nice watch.

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Great choice there. They represent great value, I can’t think of ever getting rid of this little beauty!

@maeziyeo4028 5 жыл бұрын

@@shothorology9183 Yep, not for sale.

@nigelpate6751 2 жыл бұрын

I dont class mine as a dress watch i have a 1967 early seahorse back. These were marked waterproof when new and the solidness and compactness reminds me of the rolex explorer and smiths everest.

@bsummers1244 3 жыл бұрын

Actually the LM5740 was introduced in 1966...I have one. Seahorse back.

@swallowtailnerd1986 2 жыл бұрын

66 > 78. 12 year production run.

@vincentpratama2851 5 жыл бұрын

That piece almost perfect ,where did you find that?

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Hi there. It just popped up on eBay from Japan. I would recommend you look for one from there. They are looked after very well. Cheers

@yacineyacine6233 Жыл бұрын

Good

@weinyeongwong9937 5 жыл бұрын

What strap size did you fit on this? Looks great!

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Hi there- it’s 19mm lug width. Seiko’s are know for some odd lug widths and this was one of them! This was actually a custom order- real crocodile and with a high shine. The LM really deserved it.

@nigelpate6751 2 жыл бұрын

Script looks heavy on the dial "Lord Marrvel 36000" might just be the light but it looks like a re dial it should be very fine and very visible but not so thickly applied.

@sarmadmunir3895 4 жыл бұрын

Dear sir, your watch has hour and minute hands which are in sword style. Not dolphin ones. I have the same looking watch which belongs to seiko dx family. Amazing look like grand seiko. Amazing movement inside

@shothorology9183 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Sarmad. I did not refer to the hands as ‘Dolphin’ as there is not such a thing in watchmaking. Rather, I was referring to the hour/minute hands of this Seiko LM as being in the ‘Dauphin’ style (dough-feen). Please do a simple google search and you will see. The hands are definitely not ‘Sword’ style. If you look at a ‘Lange & Sohne’ watch, you will see an example of the classical ‘Sword’ style hands, which this watch definitely does not have. Kind regards.

@natoube 5 жыл бұрын

Hi. How is the market value of this watch to date?

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Hello Nato TS, thanks for your comment. I purchased mine last year for £250. I’ve kept an eye on the market for these LMs and for one in as good a condition as mine they are now pushing for around £350-400. I believe watch folk are just waking up to these cracking little Seikos. They offer so much for the price- vintage, bomb proof movement, 36,000vph. I think good examples are getting more scarce, but if you don’t have one and are thinking about it, you will not be disappointed. Do stay tuned for more upcoming reviews. 👍

@raymond3918 4 жыл бұрын

I've just got this watch....which way do you wind it!?!?!??!

@shothorology9183 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats. Turn the crown away from you- clockwise. Enjoy

@texex9251 Жыл бұрын

Great watch and great video. Do you still have it? I've been looking for one of these for a while and this one is my birth year. Would love to buy it if you ever decide to sell. Keep up the great videos!

@brucelee9941 5 ай бұрын

I have one for sale and a grand seiko I live in Dallas.

@texex9251 Ай бұрын

@@brucelee9941 What year is yours? I'm interested.

@DjokosurjadiSetiawan 11 ай бұрын

Bos detiknya kok melambat pada jarum 12. Ada apa? 😀

@jovannathomas9875 5 жыл бұрын

My grandfather have seiko 3D0167

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Great piece Jovanna! He had good taste!

@jovannathomas9875 5 жыл бұрын

@@shothorology9183 if i sale it. How much i get.

@jovannathomas9875 5 жыл бұрын

How much l got when i sell it..?

@LaberintoAzul 5 жыл бұрын

How much did you pay for this watch? I'm thinking in baying one.

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

You should not be paying more than $300-$350 for it. Try buying from Japan also, as they are much more well looked after from there.regards

@LaberintoAzul 5 жыл бұрын

@@shothorology9183 Thank you, for your quick reply and honest advice.

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Laberinto Azul no worries 👍. They are great watches, you get a lot for little money. It surprises me how affordable they are. Let me know if you find one.

@poulamsaha6803 5 жыл бұрын

@@shothorology9183 It's been quite difficult to find one in your stated price range, especially one as in good condition as yours. Where would you suggest getting one, especially from Japan? I've been searching eBay mostly. Thanks in advance!

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Poulam Saha thanks for your comment- it would appear tht since I acquired my one which was around 6months ago, people seem to be saying that availability is very limited now and the price has increased. I would suggest you contact the following sellers on eBay- montre48 who is based in Canada and Hosoirenmei from Japan. They are vintage Seiko sellers and very good. I hope that helps

@CaniBranco 5 жыл бұрын

And I say more, mine is much younger than this and it is original. same model, seiko lord marvel 36000, number 7006941. I have no idea how much it's worth.

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Canino, congrats, the LM is a fine timepiece! I believe yours is either a 1967 or 1977 model. Possibly 1967, as I believe manufacturing of the LM ceased in 1976. If yours is in very good condition and telling time well then expect it to be worth around $400-$500. Cheers.

@alphaetomega 4 жыл бұрын

The best way to get a mint watch that has never been polished etc... is to buy one new and never wear it. 100% guaranteed to have a mint watch in 60 years that way.

@shothorology9183 4 жыл бұрын

It would appear, that that is what I exactly managed to acquire!

@DjokosurjadiSetiawan 11 ай бұрын

12 dmn .s. 😀

@bumpyroad3251 5 жыл бұрын

What kind of accuracy gives this vintage high beat movement?

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Hi there. I have yet to test it on a timegrapher machine but against my iPhone I am pretty sure it’s around 5 seconds +/-. They are fantastic, well made little watches.

@bumpyroad3251 5 жыл бұрын

@@shothorology9183 Thanks for your answer, yeah Lord Marvels are definitely a good way to get both a high end time peice and a great classic without breaking the bank.

@shothorology9183 5 жыл бұрын

Valentin Pavlov thanks for your feedback- the other thing also to note, is that the price is slowly starting to creep up and nicer examples are getting more scarce.👍

@bumpyroad3251 5 жыл бұрын

@@shothorology9183 Yes, same impression here. Valuable things are getting noticed...

@DjokosurjadiSetiawan 11 ай бұрын

Detik nya boz. Dmn 😀

@priyanthagirambe1840 Жыл бұрын

Please Dubai .or Ajman shop name send .thanks

@thethirdman225 3 жыл бұрын

No, at 18,000 vph, the second hand moves 2.5 times per second. That’s why the 18,000 is also referred to as a 2.5 Hz movement and the 36,000 movement, as in this watch, is a 5 Hz movement. It actually ticks 10 times per second but the balance oscillates five complete times.

@peterblacksmith3817 2 жыл бұрын

No, 1 vibration is one movement of the second hand. you even acknowledged the 36,000 vph movement ticks 10 times per second at 5 hz. so the 18000 vph movement ticks 5 times per sec.

@thethirdman225 2 жыл бұрын

@@peterblacksmith3817 A 36,000 vph movement _ticks_ ten times per second but makes only _five_ complete cycles (back and forth movement of the escapement). I was wrong about the number of times the hand moves in a second. My bad.