While the limited-edition with blue dial and black bezel known as the SPB149 has been obsessing some of us (me) since last month (there goes any pretense of journalistic objectivity), Seiko yesterday announced new variations, including non-limited models. Compatible with Seiko movements such as 7S26, 7S36, 4R15, 4R35, 6R15, NE15, NH25, NH26, NH35, NH36 etc. Last year, towards the end of August 2020, I published a Week On The Wrist story about the Seiko Prospex SPB143.On paper, the SPB143 looked like an ideal blend of features, proportion, and price that offered a distinct step up from an SKX007 or an SRP777 without going deeper into the four-figure range for something like an SLA017.
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The new models feel much closer aesthetically to the original 62MAS, with a moderately sized 40.5mm case and accessible prices starting at $1,000. Please check original model for applicable crown position (3:00 or 3:45 oclock) Packed securely in a clear plastic case. Now, however, they seem to have finally nailed it. It made perfect sense for Seiko to bring it back, but its return has been a mixed bag: With a rather expensive, limited-edition recreation as well as modern reinterpretations that are, well, handsome enough, the brand has played around with the concept quite a bit. provides industrial v-belt supply solutions to industry and individuals. Seiko‘s first dive watch, known as the 62MAS, has long been an object of cultish fascination among vintage watch lovers. is the largest online supplier of industrial belts, timing belts, banded belts, metric v-belts, cogged metric belts, kevlar v-belts, Kevlar Wedge Banded Belts, and all other power drive belts.
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Stay on top of this year’s best new watch releases here. Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders (formerly SIHH) has moved online and Baselworld 2020 is canceled, but that hasn’t stopped watch brands large and small from debuting their new wares.