Description
Seiko Seikomatic-R 8325-8000 | High-Grade Automatic from 1966
Step into Seiko’s mid-1960s pursuit of precision with this Seikomatic-R 8325-8000, a refined automatic dress watch powered by the advanced Caliber 8325A.
With its 39 jewels, dual winding system (automatic and manual), and elegant case design, the Seikomatic-R represented Seiko’s ambition to rival the finest Swiss movements of its era.
Date: June 1966
Movement: Seiko Cal. 8325A, automatic with manual winding, 39 jewels
Accuracy: ±10 sec/day
Power Reserve: 40 hours
Condition
Dial – Good condition, free of scratches, with a few natural “beauty spots” that add vintage character
Hands – Original, showing some marks consistent with age
Crystal – Genuine Seiko acrylic, polished for clear visibility
Case – Stainless steel, very good overall with light hairlines and minor marks; lightly polished, retaining sharp lines
Bracelet – Fitted with a genuine leather strap
Service
Movement fully disassembled, cleaned, and serviced to Seiko specifications
All functions tested and confirmed working
Rubber gasket replaced for reliability
This Seikomatic-R is more than just a vintage timepiece—it’s a snapshot of Seiko’s relentless drive for innovation in the 1960s.
With its high-jewel count and dual winding system, it remains a technically impressive and collectible watch, ready to be enjoyed for decades to come.