What We Fancy

This piece is nicknamed Monaco for its highly unique case shape, very reminiscent of a certain 1970's Heuer chronograph by the same name. Seiko designed various different watches during the 1970s that really went against the standard. This reference 7016-5001 is one of my favorite from the Japanese brand for various reasons. Odd case, flyback chronograph function with a dual sub-register, and the clean grey dial to match the steel case.

Brand: Seiko

Model: “Monaco” reference 7016-5001

Case: 37.5mm wide (excluding crown/ pushers), 41mm tall, all stainless steel, front-loading case, pump pushers, original unsigned crown, original Seiko mineral crystal, serial 311xxx

Movement: Seiko caliber 7016A, automatic, flyback chronograph, recently serviced 6/15/21

Bracelet/ Strap: Original steel Seiko bracelet, (will fit up to a 7 3/4” wrist w/ the option of removing links)

Features: Slate grey sunburst dial, raised baton hour indices, baton handset, pump pushers, day+date window, mineral crystal, original bracelet, flyback chronograph, double register sub-dial, circa Jan 1973

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In overall great all original condition. The dial is excellent with no major blemishes or defects. Some light patina but nothing major. The case has some small scratches/ dents. No signs of any overpolishing in the past. The lume in the hour hand is likely re-done sometime in the distant past. The movement has been serviced and works great. The bracelet is in overall very good condition and can be sued daily.

Backed by our one-year repair warranty. Accompanied by a free Suede Travel Pouch.