Tag: Seiko
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Seiko Revives Beloved ‘Pogue’ Colorway in New SSC947
Seiko is bringing back the iconic yellow and blue ‘Pogue’ colorway in a new Prospex Speedtimer reference SSC947. The colorway made its first appearance on the reference 6139 released in 1969. That watch, which was among the trio of first automatic chronographs to be released commercially, embraced big colors, and none more beloved than the…
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Video: Seiko 7002 Retrospective
Seiko dive watches hold a special place in the hearts of many enthusiasts, often serving as the gateway into the hobby. Some references are held up as the standard bearers for the genre, such as the 6309, SKX007, SLA025, and more recently the SPB143 or SPB317 and their ilk. There is one reference that often…
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Seiko Brings Updates to Heritage Prospex Diver Collection
Seiko reveals a trio of updates Prospex dive watches that fix many of the small shortcomings of the prior generation.
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Function Over Form, Understanding the Attraction of the Tool Watch
There’s a quote from Enzo Ferrari that I like to use from time to time for its relevance in how I view tool watches: “Race cars are neither beautiful nor ugly. They become beautiful when they win.” When it comes to tool watches, there’s an appeal that boils down to the utility that they represent,…
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The Seiko Prospex SPB317 Deserves a Second Look
Seiko dive watches enjoy a somewhat legendary reputation among enthusiasts of all stripes, not just for their rich history and lore, but also for their no-nonsense approach that’s accessible to the masses. For many enthusiasts, the reference SXK007 represents a cornerstone in their journey, be it the watch responsible for pulling them into the hobby,…