Less than sixty (60) years ago, Japan’s first-ever diver’s watch was launched. It had water resistance of up to 150m and reliable automatic movement. It also proved itself when the Japanese Antarctic Research Expedition from 1966 to 1969 used it during an expedition. After that, Seikop produced more Diver’s watches. The following collection of diver watches received a good reception from professional divers and adventurers alike. High quality and reliability were the reasons for the positive reception.
In commemorating the 55th anniversary of Seiko’s first diver’s watch, three (3) of the most critical landmarks from Seiko’s first decade as a maker of the diver’s watches were recreated. Thankfully, they are now available in Seiko’s excellent Prospex collection. The excellence associated with Seiko’s Prospex collection is linked to excellence for usage in all sports and even more challenging environments.
Here are some reasons you should invest in a Seiko Prospex watch now!
Complications
The Seiko Prospex SPB317J1
The Seiko Prospex SPB317J1 has all the complications highlighting the more pricy Prospex divers. Its complications include a 200m depth rating and a sapphire crystal. Meanwhile, the Seiko Prospex PB317J1 has a particular case treated with Seiko’s scratch-resistant DiaShield coating. Its lume is exceptionally shiny and bright – and it goes without saying.
The complications inside the Seiko Prospex SPB317J1 beat Seiko’s in-house caliber 6R35 because it is better and reliable, its automatic movement has twenty-four (24) jewels, and its beat rate achieves 21,600 bph, and a 70-hour power reserve. The movement is accurate to Seiko’s claims and traditions of excellence. The movement complications are reliable, which is excellent, considering Seiko’s tradition of watchmaking excellence and its price point. However, this can be done better.
On the other hand, the SPB317J1 has a bezel insert that is produced from aluminum. It uses the same standard Seiko design and gives the model the classic Seiko design and look. However, the quality of aluminum in the model is not as long-lasting and durable as the other reiterations of the Seiko’s 62MAS model.
The Seiko Presage is another model you might want to consider from Seiko!
Classic Design
Next, you can expect from the Seiko Prospex that the Seiko Prospex SPB317J1 iteration has tweaks to nuance the watch in the Seiko’s other Prospex divers collection. The Willard reissue’s design is also comparable to the 6105-8000 reiteration, as it has chunky polished baton markers on a matte black dial. Although design can be more inventive, it offers high contrast – the kind you’d expect to appear on a professional dive watch.
The baton handset on it is the same as the Willard edition reissue. The component refers to a dual brushed and polished finish, which can produce interesting effects under the light. The shovel-tipped second’s hand is the same, too, with a red line spot. This spot is the only splash of color on the watch.
Comfort
Lastly, it is comfortable to wear and feels good on the wrist, thanks to its 41-mm wide dimension, 46.9mm lug length, and 12.25mm thickness. As a result, it is the thinnest Prospex diver. It’s comfortable to move around in, which is excellent.
Wrapping Up
Seiko Prospex is a classic name associated with Seiko and its legacy of diver’s watches. Its quality holds up to the Seiko name. As such, it is worth it to get one!
Author’s Bio:
Luther Abrams is quite a jack of all trades type of guy. He loves exploring new things and cultivating his knowledge every now and then. Today, he grows more and more interested in jewelry and watches and even writes about such things in his free time.
