Seiko Prospex 2020 55th Anniversary 1965 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation

This year, as Seiko celebrates 55 years of involvement in aquatic watches, more models have been released, with a blue and hi-beat SLA037 as well as more accessible, slightly modernized versions of the 62MAS, which are the topic of today. So let’s take a look at the Seiko Prospex Diver 62MAS Interpretations SPB143

Starting with the case, the Prospex SPB143, SPB145, SPB147 & SPB149 all share the same proportions and design, which is greatly inspired by the 62MAS – in a more modern way, as you can see. Made of stainless steel with Super Hard Coating (Seiko’s in-house transparent coating to prevent scratches), these models are rather compact with a 40.5mm diameter, a height of 13.2mm and a fairly decent lug-to-lug measurement below 48mm. This might feel standard for a vintage-inspired watch, but knowing Seiko’s ability to go big, this is worth mentioning here. So indeed, these SPB14x models are compact, short on the wrist and well-balanced – especially on the silicone strap, making the watch lighter and even more compact. The case is finely finished, with a combination of satin-brushed surfaces (straight or circular) with polished bevels on the sides.

Model Number: SPB143J1

• 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
• 24 jewels
• Date display
• Stop second hand function

Release: Year 2020