The first Bell-Matics were released in November of 1966, and over the next 12 years a wide variety of styles and color combinations would guarantee that those looking for a robust wrist alarm with undeniable presence could find exactly that. Seiko’s 4005 and 4006 calibre movements were available in 17j export and 27j domestic market versions (there’s even short lived 21j variant), both of which offer incredible reliability decades from when they were first produced. From classic dress styles to colorful casuals, there’s a “Bell” to suit any collection. This 6027 from August of ‘73 is a casual classic where bold colors abound. The 39mm cushion case has sloping contours that hug the wrist, and a wide bezel with a glossy blue inlay. The dial is a flawless deep navy blue with a slick lacquer finish, and it’s topped with satin finished applied markers. Framing the dial, the rotating alarm bezel is a cool teal on blue split, with a large bright red indicator and triangular luminous cursor. Polished and striped batons track the hours and minutes, and the vivid red sweep offers a streak of color. It’s unpolished and completely original aside from a replacement crystal, and post service is keeping near perfect time with a bright bell tone. The cursor has been carefully aligned for accurate setting, and it rotates smoothly via the crown in the second position. The date can be quickset by pressing the alarm toggle, and the day can be semi-quickset. We’ve paired it with an oiled sienna suede that gives this “ringer” a comfortable fit and finish, great versatility, and it’s sure to be a bright spot in any rotation.

CNS Oiled Sienna Suede Leather with White Stitch

Serviced 8/23

Diameter- 39mm

Lugs- 19mm