Seiko has a deep-rooted association with the sea and the navy, reflected in its extensive range of timepieces designed for maritime pursuits. Over the years, Seiko has developed a strong reputation for crafting durable, reliable, and functional watches suitable for naval personnel and water sports enthusiasts.
Seiko's ties to the sea can be traced back to the 1960s when they introduced the Seiko Diver's Watch, the first Japanese diver's watch built to meet the rigorous demands of underwater exploration. This marked the beginning of Seiko's commitment to producing timepieces that could withstand the challenges of the deep sea. Seiko's diving watches are renowned for their robust construction, water resistance, and accurate timekeeping, making them trusted companions for professional divers and adventure seekers.
Additionally, Seiko has collaborated with several naval forces around the world, creating specialized watches tailored to their requirements. These watches often feature distinctive design elements inspired by naval aesthetics and functionality, such as luminescent dials, rotating bezels, and sturdy straps. Seiko's partnership with the Royal Navy of the United Kingdom and the French Navy has further solidified its connection to maritime heritage.
Seiko's dedication to the sea and the navy is a testament to their commitment to engineering timepieces that excel in demanding marine environments. The brand's watches not only embody the spirit of exploration and adventure but also serve as reliable instruments for those who rely on precise timekeeping in the world's oceans.
Seiko's dedication to the sea and the navy is a testament to their commitment to engineering timepieces that excel in demanding marine environments. The brand's watches not only embody the spirit of exploration and adventure but also serve as reliable instruments for those who rely on precise timekeeping in the world's oceans.
Watch description:
This classic scuba diver's watch has been professionally serviced and regulated, and is running beautifully, keeping accurate time. The dual-finish steel case has been expertly polished and rebrushed, and is in excellent condition. The watch also has 'Quickset' date display windows. The hands and dial markers have a luminous treatment.
Water resistance: While this watch will be perfect for every day wear we longer recommend diving as water ingress can occur.
Dial/Hands Seiko Dial, customised in the traditional 7002 Diver style, in a crisp style in perfect condition.
Stunning brand new bespoke modified naval anchor dial. There are 'Quickset' Date windows at 3 o'clock.
Minute markers run around the outer chapter ring, which is also new, colour matched to the dial, and set at an angle which adds an impression of extra depth to the watch head.
The hands are also new, in the classic 7002 Diver style, black-trimmed with a luminous fill. The luminous treatment on the hands and markers has been upgraded, they glow nicely after exposure to light, and while it won't shine all night, the effect lasts for a little while, a nice bonus on a refurbished or redialled watch, which often have little or no 'lume'.
Case The large dual-finish stainless steel case is in excellent condition, with minimal signs of use - in a satin-brushed finish to the upper surfaces, and a high-polish finish to the sides and back (I've had this expertly polished and rebrushed, and it has come up beautifully. I can't see any dings or obvious scratches, even up close, tiny 'hairline' marks if anything). The case edges remain crisp and nicely defined.
Bezel. Original unidirectional steel bezel, correct resistance, turns smoothly with 120 nicely ratcheted 'clicks'. It's in very good condition and has been fitted with a new bezel insert. It's designed in the 'Submariner' style, printed with elapsed-time markings in black.
Caseback The screwdown Caseback is in excellent condition, again expertly cleaned and gently polished, with only minimal marks. The manufacturer wording on the caseback is clear and legible, see photo - plus the Seiko Wave logo in the centre.
Crown Original screwdown ridged-edge steel crown, offset at the 4 o'clock position, screws down and adjusts well. It's been cleaned and polished, and is in very good condition. The case tube and crown stem have been inspected, and are in good order.
Crystal New scratch-resistant Mineral Crystal, with no marks of any kind (checked under magnification).
Movement Seiko 7002 17 Jewel Automatic movement. My watchmaker has fully serviced the movement for me, and replaced all the gaskets. He reports it is in excellent condition, and appears original to the watch.
Strap Solid stainless steel flip lock strap.
Inventory Last Updated: Apr 28, 2024