Vintage Seiko 5 23J Automatic Day Date Running Speidel USA 10K RGP Band

Vintage Seiko 5 automatic wristwatch featuring a classic silver dial with day/date display and a period-correct Speidel USA expansion bracelet with documented rolled gold plate construction. The watch is currently running and functioning, with a smooth sweeping seconds hand, consistent with an automatic mechanical movement. This is an honest vintage example showing normal wear from age and use. ⸻ ⌚ Watch Details •Brand: Seiko •Model Line: Seiko 5 •Movement: Automatic (self-winding) •Jewels: 23 •Dial: Silver tone with applied indices •Day / Date: Yes •Case Back: Stainless steel •Origin: Japan Functionality: •Watch is running at the time of listing •Seconds hand sweeps smoothly •Day/date advances •Accuracy has not been tested over a 24-hour period •Service history unknown ⸻ 🔗 Bracelet & Engravings (IMPORTANT) This watch is fitted with a vintage Speidel USA expansion bracelet, clearly engraved with the following factory markings: •“1/30 – 10K R.G.P. TOPS” •“1/50 – 10K R.G.P. ENDS” •“STAINLESS STEEL BOTTOM CAPS” •“Speidel U.S.A.” This indicates Rolled Gold Plate (RGP) construction, which is thicker and higher quality than standard gold plating, but not solid gold. ⸻ ⚠️ Condition Notes •Dial shows visible scratching consistent with age •Case shows wear and plating loss •Bracelet shows surface wear and stretch •Crystal has scratches •Overall honest vintage condition — not refinished or restored Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description. ⸻