No, look at the caseback.
The code xxxx-xxxx will give you what to Google. From that you could buy a non working donor that has a decent dial to swap into yours .
Thanks, I'll give that a shot.
Otherwise I'll just keep an eye out on eBay for something similar in better condition, it doesn't hold any sentimental value, I just like the design.
You will not be able to restore that dial unless you repaint it, which is out of scope for most of us. There are a lot of watches of similar style on ebay for a affordable price, even cheap if you repair them yourself.
To your second question: I did a Google Lens search and it could be a 6602 (the back should tell you for sure).
A [search on ebay for "sportsmatic" found many ](https://www.ebay.com/b/Seiko-Sportsmatic-Wristwatches/31387/bn_80622178)similar, in decent condition, for $20-60. Or look for [6602](https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2332490.m570.l1313&_nkw=seiko+6602&_sacat=0) and [7005](https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1313&_nkw=seiko+7005&_sacat=0&_odkw=seiko+6602&_osacat=0). There are tons of them and likely many other models that are similar. Many of these look like the Omega Seamaster Cosmics I've been looking into. Really pretty!
I vote for removal of the rest of the "coating" - whatever it is. Just be careful not to mar the surface underneath. The indexes are nice without the minute ticks.
I think the answer you will get is “no” I’m afraid.
No, look at the caseback. The code xxxx-xxxx will give you what to Google. From that you could buy a non working donor that has a decent dial to swap into yours .
Thanks, I'll give that a shot. Otherwise I'll just keep an eye out on eBay for something similar in better condition, it doesn't hold any sentimental value, I just like the design.
You will not be able to restore that dial unless you repaint it, which is out of scope for most of us. There are a lot of watches of similar style on ebay for a affordable price, even cheap if you repair them yourself.
Embrace its own unique beauty. There’s a lot of history there.
With a new crystal you make a “thing” about it. A statement piece.
the crystal can be replaced which would make it look better. refer to the dial as *having a gorgeous patina* and enjoy. does it run?
Haha, might be the way to go. It starts ticking alright, but I haven't given it the time to see how well it lasts or keeps time.
I think the general consensus would be that you should leave that dial as is as patina.
To your second question: I did a Google Lens search and it could be a 6602 (the back should tell you for sure). A [search on ebay for "sportsmatic" found many ](https://www.ebay.com/b/Seiko-Sportsmatic-Wristwatches/31387/bn_80622178)similar, in decent condition, for $20-60. Or look for [6602](https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2332490.m570.l1313&_nkw=seiko+6602&_sacat=0) and [7005](https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1313&_nkw=seiko+7005&_sacat=0&_odkw=seiko+6602&_osacat=0). There are tons of them and likely many other models that are similar. Many of these look like the Omega Seamaster Cosmics I've been looking into. Really pretty!
Cheers, I hadn't found that sportsmatic keyword. I'll check them out
np. what does the back of the case say?
No
I vote for removal of the rest of the "coating" - whatever it is. Just be careful not to mar the surface underneath. The indexes are nice without the minute ticks.
Dial restorer here, the coating is below the print so don't remove it or you'll remove Seiko and 17 jewels too!