This is a Citizen Super Jet Auto Dater Parawater 150m AUDS 51202 Y. This model number of SADS 51202 has a close some familial relationship to the SADS-52801 unibody divers (with the additional outer bezel) both watches are with 39 jewels).
The Citizen Super Jet Auto Dater Parawater 150m reference SADS 51202-Y is a rare 1960s vintage diver from Japan’s early automatic era.
Key Specifications
This model features a robust monobloc stainless steel case measuring 37.5mm across with 20mm lugs. It houses the iconic Caliber 1150 or 1161 “Jet” automatic movement with 39 jewels, hand-winding capability, and quick-set date via crown pull. Rated for 150m water resistance (Para 150m), it includes luminous trapezoidal markers, sunburst silver dial, and a unique geared rotor design for slimness.
Collectibility and Value
Priced around $850 USD serviced on secondary markets, its unibody “X-case” design and high jewel count appeal to vintage enthusiasts. Servicing requires crystal removal due to the sealed back, preserving dive-ready integrity.
Similar Recommendations
Given your expertise in vintage Japanese watches like Citizen and interest in robust divers:
• Citizen Super Crystal Date 52801-Y: Near-identical twin with 33-jewel Cal. 5410, 18mm lugs, and matching 150m rating—slimmer profile for daily wear.
• Citizen Jet Auto Dater 1120/1130 series: Earlier “Rookie” sibling with 17-27 jewels, more affordable entry to Jet rotors.
For this model, On the dial was printed text :
Citizen Super Jet
Auto Dater
39J,
Para150mwater,
3 stars within white rectangular
When looking at the watch, I was confused as there were also another versions of Citizen Super Jet Auto Dater in 33 jewels as below (example from the internet)
Spear
Citizen Super Jet
Auto Dater in 33 jewels
Three Stars within white rectangular
Citizen Super Jet
Auto Dater in 33 jewels
Three Stars within white rectangular
CITIZEN Super Jet Auto Dater Parawater, black dial type 2, 1968.
https://chronographes.net/2018/03/17/citizen-super-jet-auto-dater-para-water-sads-51202-y/citizen-super-jet-noir-img-rakuten-01/
There is yet another example that looks similar from the net example 2 but with some small differences:
Citizen (Metal raised logo)
Super Crystal Date
34 jewels
Para150water
Three Stars
52801-Y 33 Jewels
https://adventuresinamateurwatchfettling.com/2019/11/11/citizen-parawater-150m-part-ii/
Further readings :
https://adventuresinamateurwatchfettling.com/2019/11/09/citizen-parawater-150m/
https://adventuresinamateurwatchfettling.com/2019/11/11/citizen-parawater-150m-part-ii/
https://vintagecitizenwatches.com/
https://vintagecitizenwatches.com/tag/citizen-super-jet/
My Key collections of vintage Citizens divers consists of the two:
1. Citizen Super Jet Auto Dater Parawater 150m AUDS 51202 Y
2. Citizen Crystal Date AUDS 52802 - Y OR-O 33 Jewels
Under my search lists consist of the followings :
3. Citizen Super Auto Dater, SADS 52801-Y
4. Citizen Super Super Jet Auto Date , SADS 51202 -Y
5. Citizen Diver OR-O B52806 or 62-5370
No comments:
Post a Comment