SEIKO PROSPEX BLACK SERIES LIMITED EDITION - SPB257J1
SEIKO PROSPEX BLACK SERIES LIMITED EDITION - SPB257J1
SEIKO PROSPEX BLACK SERIES LIMITED TO 5,500 PIECES
The Seiko Prospex Black Series L.E. SPB257J1. This is a direct descendent of the Seiko 6105-8110, which was made famous by being worn in the legendary movie Apocalypse Now, and by US soldiers in the Vietnam war. It was a rugged, reliable choice in combat, and has since served as inspiration for quite a few editions, nicknamed Captain Willard in the process.
The stainless steel case, coated in black of course, measures 42.7mm by 13.2mm. This sounds like a rather large watch but the integrated short lugs keep it very wearable. Unlike the other two, the crown is protected by the extended caseband from 3 to 5 o’clock. In terms of colours, movement and straps nothing changes between the three. So, again the Seiko 6R35 automatic movement, a brown textile strap and a black rubber one. The SPB257J1 is again limited to 5,500 pieces.
Movement
Caliber Number
6R35
Movement Type
Automatic with manual winding
Accuracy
+25 to -15 seconds per day
Duration
Approx. 70 hours
Exterior
Case Material
Stainless steel (hard coating)
Crystal
Curved sapphire crystal
Crystal Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
LumiBrite
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
Band Material
Polyester
Other Details
Water Resistance
200m / 660ft diver's
Case Size
41.6 ㎜
Weight
106.0 g
Other Specifications
- An additional silicone strap is included
- LIMITED EDITION on the case back
- Screw case back
- Screw-down crown
- Serial number engraved on the case back
- Unidirectional rotating bezel
Other Features
- 24 jewels
- Date display
- Stop second hand function