Seiko Prospex The 1965 Diver’s Re-creation
In 1965, Seiko introduced its, and Japan’s, first-ever diver’s watch. With an automatic movement and water resistance to 150 meters, the watch proved its reliability when it was used by members of the Japanese Antarctic Research Expedition from 1966 to 1969. In the years that followed, Seiko created many other diver’s watches that, thanks to their high quality and reliability, found favor with professional divers and adventurers alike. Today, Seiko introduces a re-creation of the 1965 watch, known to fans as the 62MAS. The new timepiece’s design and dimensions are virtually identical to the original, while its specifications are thoroughly up to date. The new Seiko Prospex, the 1965 Divers re-creation limited edition timepiece, which has retained the essence of the first ever divers watch created by Seiko while featuring modern enhancements of contemporary Seiko watchmaking.
This is a limited-edition watch of just 1965 pieces.
Recommended retail price in Europe: €3,700
The new timepiece retails at INR 3.5 Lakhs in India
Text on dial same as original
The text on the dial is faithful to the style of the original yet updated to reflect current specifications. The watch is powered by the new Caliber 6L37, the first movement from the slimline 6L family made expressly for diver’s watches. It features the same accuracy and power reserve as the trusted 6L35 movement that is the mainstay of the 6L family; however, thanks to modifications in construction and material, its durability and shock resistance now meet the strict standards of a Seiko Prospex diver’s watch.
Slim construction
Thanks to the slim construction of the movement, the watch is now 0.5mm thinner. Although faithful to the original, the new watch naturally features the modern enhancements of contemporary Seiko watchmaking. It has a box-shaped sapphire crystal and 200 meters of water resistance for greater reliability. The strap pays homage to the original but is reproduced in high-strength silicone for greater durability and comfort. The hands and all 12 markers, including the marker by the date window and the pip on the unidirectional bezel, are filled with Lumibrite to enhance legibility in low-light conditions.
Dolphin -Caseback 2023- of 1965 Diver’s Re-creation
Dolphin – 1965 Original design of caseback
The case back features the same dolphin emblem as the 1965 watch.
The box with same retro feel
The watch is presented in a special box that echoes the retro feel of those used expressly for Seiko diver’s watches throughout the 1960s. The 1965 re-creation will be available at the Seiko Boutiques and select retail stores worldwide as a limited edition of 1,965 from August 2023.
Caliber. 6L37
Seiko Prospex The 1965 Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition: SJE093
Caliber: 6L37
Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour (8 beats per second)
Power reserve: 45 hours
Number of jewels: 26
SPECIFICATIONS
Stainless steel case
Box-shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inner surface
Screw-down crown, screw case back
Lumibrite on hands and indexes
Water resistance: 200m diver’s
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Diameter: 38.0mm, Thickness: 12.5mm
High-strength silicone strap
