{"product_id":"citizen-ref-62-6457-cal-6001-mens-automatic","title":"Citizen, Ref. 62-6457, Cal. 6001, Men’s Automatic, 1971","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Citizen Dress Vintage Watch from 1971, a Men’s automatic Japanese timepiece with Cal. 6001, 21 jewels, silver sunburst dial and sculptural stainless steel bracelet, for sale with refined everyday heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCitizen 1971 — First impression - 62-6457\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Citizen automatic is a compact and distinctive Japanese dress watch from 1971, built around a sculptural stainless steel case, matching Citizen bracelet and a silver sunburst dial with strong applied markers. The watch measures 34 mm across, 36 mm lug to lug and 18 mm at the bracelet fit, so it has the short, integrated-style stance that many early 1970s Japanese watches used so well. The dial is signed Citizen Automatic, with 21 Jewels printed in the lower half and a date window at three o’clock. It feels refined but not fragile: the brushed steel surfaces, faceted hour markers and sturdy bracelet give it a practical everyday presence, while the automatic movement gives it the mechanical charm collectors look for in vintage Japanese horology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitizen - Silver Sunburst Dial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial is silver with a radial sunburst finish, creating a soft light effect from the centre outward. It has visible vintage patina, light marks and subtle discoloration, especially around the outer edge and applied markers. The hour markers are one of the most important visual details: large faceted block indices with dark central accents, giving the dial depth and a very period-correct 1970s appearance. The printed minute track remains visible around the perimeter, and the date window at three o’clock is framed neatly in metal. The dial text is clear, with Citizen and Automatic placed below twelve and 21 Jewels printed in the lower right area. This is an attractive original-looking dial with genuine age and strong character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitizen 62-6457 - Hands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hands are broad baton-style hands with dark central accents, visually matching the applied hour markers. This coordinated design gives the watch a strong architectural rhythm across the dial. The minute hand is long and reaches toward the outer scale, while the hour hand is shorter and broad enough for good contrast against the silver background. A slim central seconds hand completes the three-hand display and gives the dial continuous mechanical motion. The hands show age consistent with the rest of the watch, but they remain visually coherent and easy to read. Their shape supports the watch’s overall identity: practical, mechanical, and clearly rooted in early 1970s Japanese design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCitizen Brushed Stainless Steel Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case is stainless steel and has a cushion-like integrated appearance with broad brushed surfaces and short lugs that flow naturally into the bracelet. The brushing on the upper case gives the watch a technical, purposeful look, while the polished edges and crystal ring add contrast. The case shows visible surface scratches, small marks and normal signs of vintage use, but the form remains strong and attractive. The caseback confirms key details including Citizen, stainless steel, automatic, the serial number 30111101 and reference 62-6457. Its compact lug to lug length makes the watch wear easily, while the wide case shape gives it more wrist presence than a simple 34 mm measurement suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCrown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown is positioned at three o’clock and has a ridged stainless steel profile. No visible Citizen signature can be confirmed from the supplied images, so it is best described as an unsigned crown. Its size and placement are appropriate for the case, and it sits neatly against the side without disturbing the clean steel profile. On an automatic watch, the crown is used mainly for setting the time and date, but it still remains an important tactile detail. The overall appearance is consistent with a used vintage Citizen watch from the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitizen Stainless Steel Bracelet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is fitted with a Citizen stainless steel bracelet, an important part of its original character. The bracelet has a strong 1970s look, with broad links and alternating brushed surfaces that match the case well. It shows visible surface wear and light scratches, as expected on a vintage steel bracelet, but it completes the design far better than a generic leather strap would. The bracelet gives the watch a coherent all-steel appearance and supports its practical everyday identity. The wrist size is best treated as adjustable bracelet sizing, depending on the final fit and available links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJapanese Automatic 6001 with 21 Jewels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement is listed as Citizen Cal. 6001, a Japanese automatic movement, and the dial confirms 21 jewels. No unsupported frequency or extra technical specification is added. The appeal here is straightforward mechanical reliability and daily convenience: the watch winds automatically through wrist movement while keeping a traditional analog display. The service status is recorded as In Service, and the operational status is recorded as Yes. For collectors, this combination of a Citizen automatic caliber, 21-jewel dial marking, stainless steel case and original bracelet gives the watch more value than a generic dress watch. More examples from the same brand can be explored in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vintagewatchstudio.com\/collections\/citizen-vintage-watches\"\u003eCitizen vintage watches collection with 1971 automatic character\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeritage of the Citizen in 1970s Japanese Automatic Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitizen was one of the major forces in Japanese watchmaking, and watches like this show why the brand became so important for everyday mechanical timepieces. During the 1970s, Citizen produced watches that combined reliable automatic movements, strong case design and accessible pricing. This example reflects that era clearly. The steel case and bracelet give it a practical modernity, while the faceted markers and silver sunburst dial keep it elegant enough for dress use. It is a collectible timepiece for someone who appreciates Japanese horology heritage without needing a watch to be oversized or overcomplicated. It can be compared with other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vintagewatchstudio.com\/collections\/automatic-vintage-watches\"\u003eautomatic vintage watches with Japanese 21 jewel design\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCitizen 62-6457 1971 — 12-Month Warranty, Worldwide Shipping Condition, Originality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Citizen is recorded as an all original watch with a Citizen stainless steel bracelet. The silver dial shows visible vintage patina, the case and bracelet show normal surface scratches and age-related wear, and the watch should be understood as an honest vintage piece rather than a cosmetically perfect modern object. Box and papers are not included. The watch is operational and comes with a 12-month movement warranty. Vintage Watch Studio ships worldwide and describes each piece with attention to originality, condition and buyer confidence. For the right collector, the appeal is clear: a 1971 Citizen automatic with Cal. 6001, 21 jewels, sculptural stainless steel case, matching bracelet, date display and strong Japanese vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCitizen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62-6457\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver sunburst dial with visible vintage patina, stainless steel case and Citizen bracelet with surface scratches and age-related wear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMen’s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaliber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDress Watches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1971 year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLug to Lug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLug Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrist Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable bracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMovement Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBox\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePapers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully Serviced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully Operational\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal Watch Components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Citizen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44063857672257,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/2768\/1857\/files\/citizen-ref-62-6457-cal-6001-mens-automatic-dial.webp?v=1781700160","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagewatchstudio.com\/products\/citizen-ref-62-6457-cal-6001-mens-automatic","provider":"Vintage Watch Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}