Prospex 62MAS 200M Automatic Black Ref. SBDC141

Since the birth of the venerable 62MAS, Seiko’s first ever professional dive watch in 1965, Seiko honored their rich heritage by releasing a range of modern reissues of their legendary dive watch, incorporating the avant-garde Japanese watchmaking capabilities of the 21st century. Seiko unveiled their latest 62MAS reissue in a spectacular contemporary piece that unites the timeless heritage design with impressive modern upgrades, upholding the unwavering spirit and vision of Kintaro Hattori, the founder of Seiko.

With over half a century of expertise in producing professional dive watches, illustrious Japanese watch manufacturer Seiko understood the integral elements to construct tried-and-true dependable diving tool watches. Seiko’s “Professional Specifications” line, otherwise known as Prospex, consists of a family of ISO-certified diving watches with a minimum water resistance rating of 200m. Over the years, Seiko continued to dedicate themselves to producing astonishing timepieces with incredible performance and innovative features. Many of these watches have grown to be an icon well-loved by many in the watch world, as well as countless professional divers around the world.

Seiko Prospex 62MAS 200M Automatic Black Ref. SBDC141 / SPB239

The stainless steel case of the Seiko Prospex 62MAS 200M Automatic Black Ref. SBDC141 radiates a strong ‘60s charm of the historic 62MAS with its angular lugs and iconic case shape. Presenting dimensions that find a nice balance between a vintage classic and a contemporary dive watch, the 40.5mm case distinctly exudes a retro yet charismatic appeal. Accompanied with its compact lug to lug distance of only 47.6mm and a case thickness of 13.2mm, the watch fits incredibly well even on smaller wrist sizes.

Fit and finish on the SBDC141 is exceptionally well defined, flaunting fine satin brushing throughout the case, separated by a highly-polished bevelled edge for an extra flair on the case. To keep these intricate finishes looking sharp and pristine, Seiko treated the case with their proprietary DiaShield super-hard coating for added scratch and corrosion resistance.

New Seiko Calibre 6R35 with 70 hours power reserve

For the first time among Seiko’s Prospex dive watches, Seiko paired this stunning release with a specially woven 20mm deep brown fabric strap, crafted with traditional Japanese techniques that involves a complex process of weaving to create a highly-durable strap that easily handles the harsh aquatic environment during diving odysseys. Included within the package, an additional beige fabric strap allows a quick switch up of style.

The lustrous steel black 120-click unidirectional bezel on the Prospex 62MAS 200M Automatic Black Ref. SBDC141 looks visually stunning with cream-coloured engraved markers, completed with a beautiful radial brushing around the bezel that pleasantly captures the light. As expected of Seiko’s dive watches, rotating the bezel feels truly satisfying with confident, crispy clicks. At the 12 o’clock position, the bezel houses a distinct luminous pip for underwater diving functions.

Seiko's Zaratsu polished line

Staying faithful to the dial design of the esteemed 62MAS from 1965, the Prospex 62MAS 200M Automatic Black Ref. SBDC141 sports a black sunburst dial with cream applied hour markers for an enchanting vintage touch. Incorporating many elements of the iconic ‘60s dive watch, the handsets here came right out of the original 62MAS, boasting a simple yet cohesive look that seamlessly completes the dial. The date window replaces the 3 o’clock hour marker for a pleasingly symmetrical appearance.

Naturally, the lume here is excellent with Seiko’s proprietary LumiBrite treated generously on the minute, hour seconds hand, as well as on the hour markers. For a delightful upgrade from the usual Hardlex crystal, the SBDC141 is fitted with a domed sapphire crystal coated with anti-reflective coating on the underside in order to achieve a crystal clear experience with superior scratch resistance.

Seiko's LumiBrite luminous

At the heart of the Prospex 62MAS 200M Automatic Black Ref. SBDC141 lies the Seiko calibre 6R35 movement which is equipped with a whopping 70 hours of power reserve, a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the calibre 6R15. The 24 jewel movement has a 3 Hz beat rate of 21,600 beats per hour. Featuring hacking and hand-winding capabilities, this highly-respectable “workhorse” engine is renowned for its accuracy and reliability. Operated with the screw-down crown at the 3 o’clock position and a screw-in caseback, the watch achieves an ISO-certified water resistance of 200m, ready for your diving pursuits.

As a dive watch modelled after Seiko’s first ever professional dive watch, the Prospex 62MAS 200M Automatic Black Ref. SBDC141 packs a serious punch when it comes to specifications, incorporating refined case finishes and a performance-driven automatic movement, complete with a woven fabric strap made using traditional techniques. Like many of the 62MAS reissues, the Japanese watch manufacturer has captured the hearts of countless fellow enthusiasts when it comes to producing an impressive vintage-inspired dive watch.

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