Seiko Prospex 2020 Japan Exclusive "GREY SUMO DIVER"
Prospex for Seiko means “Professional Specification” that their timepieces in this category are built with very high standards to be used by professionals. One that stands out to collectors around the world and known for one of great value for money Japanese Domestic Model(JDM) is the latest in their scuba diver series; the SBDC097 nicknamed by the Seiko community as “Anthracite Sumo,” featuring their most recent 6R35 automatic movement.
Therefore, the Seiko Prospex 200M Automatic Anthracite Sumo Sapphire 3rd Gen Ref. SBDC097 is the pioneer to have a new movement; powered by Seiko’s latest automatic caliber, 6R35, which is an upgrade from the workhorse 6R15. It still operates at 21,600 BPH (3 Hertz) with hacking and hand winding capabilities. Its main updates are the increase of jewels to 24 and a power reserve of 70 hours from 50 hours on previous versions.
The watch’s unique aesthetic along with the fat markers on the bezel, now the nickname of “Sumo” starts to ring a bell. Further, it has an upgrade that all Seiko fans have been requesting- which is having a sapphire crystal for the Sumo, and this one will be the first to feature one. The matching silver tone dial did with a sunburst effect that reflects a more modern monochromatic look , being sleek and attractive. It manages to dance and play with different lightings when it hits the surface. With all that said, legibility is excellent as on all Sumos.
Model Number: SBDC097
- Sapphire Crystal Glass
- Stainless steel Case
- 200-meter water resistance
- Japan Made Automatic 6R35 Movement with manual winding capacity
- Unidirectional rotating bezel
- Screw case back
- Screw-down crown
- Unidirectional rotating bezel
- 24 jewels
- Date display
- Stop second hand function
Release: Year 2020