Discover a vintage Citizen automatic wristwatch that’s tailor-made for serious repair enthusiasts and collectors. With a 38mm base-metal case, brown dial, and day-date function, this piece offers a true salvage opportunity for those who understand the value of a classic Citizen Caliber 6501 movement and the timeless design it represents.

Key details

• Movement: Mechanical automatic (Caliber 6501) — ideal as a parts donor or restoration project for experienced watchmakers.
• Case: 38mm, base metal — compact vintage size that fits modern wrists with authentic period styling.
• Dial: Brown with day-date complication.
• Condition: Used and non-functional. The dial is heavily damaged and warped; the case and crystal show scratches. Minute hand is loose. Sold as-is with no returns.

What makes this Citizen watch uniquely valuable

This piece isn’t a ready-to-wear restore for casual buyers. It’s a highly specific donor for the Caliber 6501 movement and associated components, offering a rare combination of a 38mm vintage case and day-date functionality that’s sought after by collectors restoring early Citizen automatic models. The brown dial and classic silhouette provide a genuine retro aesthetic, making it an excellent foundation for a period-correct rebuild or a precise donor for parts you need to complete another similar Citizen model.

Ideal uses and who it’s for

• Experienced watchmakers seeking a Caliber 6501 movement donor or a parts source for a vintage Citizen restoration project.
• Collectors building a small batch of era-specific watches with authentic Citizen features, especially the 38mm vintage profile and day-date layout.
• Anyone restoring a model in the 4-652533 family who needs precise case dimensions, crown compatibility, or dial/hand components from a similar vintage reference.

What you’ll get and how it helps your project

This watch provides a genuine Caliber 6501 automatic movement platform and the corresponding vintage case dimensions that are difficult to source in usable condition. While the current dial and exterior show significant wear—including a warped dial and scratched case/crystal—the underlying movement and certain components can still be valuable for a faithful rebuild or as a robust parts reservoir for other Citizen 6501-based restorations.

Practical tips for handling

• Handle the movement and case with care to avoid further damage to the warped dial or exposed gears.
• Evaluate the movement’s integrity if you plan to reuse it; service may be required to confirm functionality after transport or storage.
• Store in a dry, cool environment to prevent additional corrosion of base-metal surfaces.

This is a genuine parts/repair opportunity for the right hands. If you’re assembling a vintage Citizen collection or completing a restoration project that requires exact 38mm dimensions and a Caliber 6501 foundation, this piece can be a strategic starting point. Remember: sold as-is, no returns.