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Seiko

Seiko Prospex Black Series Captain Willard 1970 Re-Creation Brown Fabric Strap Limited Edition

SPB257J1

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  • Product Description
    Product Specifications

    The Prospex Black Series 2022 – Seiko Heritage collection – 1970 Recreation - Limited Edition

    There are just 5,500 pieces of this particular 2022 'Black Series' design available globally.

    Very popular since its inception and now in its fourth year of limited edition release, Seiko Prospex Black Series is inspired by the mysterious world of night diving.
    The 2022 Series is inspired by key moments from Seiko’s diving heritage – 1965, 1968 and 1970 - this particular design is a modern version of the 1970 timepiece.

    The 1970 Diver’s modern reinterpretation timepiece was named ‘Captain Willard’ by fans for Martin Sheen’s character who wore it in the ‘Apocalypse Now’ movie. The original 1970 Diver’s timepiece was worn by Japanese explorer Naomi Uemura, the first man in the world to climb the highest peaks of each five continents – wearing a Seiko diving watch whilst he did it.

    The orange colouring of the markers and lumibrite is designed for increased visibility in the dark world of the night sea – orange is the colour of night divers’ lamps, allowing time to be read clearly under dark conditions.

    This timepiece is accompanied by Seiko's first ever original nylon strap for diver's watches, created in 2021 – the 'SEICHU.'' Made in Japan with a traditional texture pattern following the intricate design of Kimono belts, the strap is specifically designed for diving flexibility and durability. It also comes with an additional silicone strap.

    Seiko Prospex watches are designed for sports lovers and adventure seekers in the water, in the sky or on land – and are robust for everyday wear, whatever the environment. Since launching Japan’s first diver’s watch in 1965, Seiko’s innovative watchmaking has changed global dive watch standards.

    Model Specification: SPB257J1

    • The watch has a black stainless steel case that measures 42.7 mm in diameter.
    • The watch features a unidirectional black bezel
    • Securing the watch is a brown fabric strap.
    • A curved anti-reflective sapphire crystal protects the dial.
    • Luminescent hands and hour-markers aid in the readability of the watch. 
    • Water-resistant to 200 metres or 20 bars
    • Features on the model include a date display and a stop-seconds hand function
    • Movement  type - Automatic 
    • Calibre - 6R35
    As an authorised dealer of Seiko all our products are complete with:
    • Seiko 3 Year Guarantee
      fully stamped (where appropriate)
    • Instruction manual
      Please note some brands use online manuals
    • Official Packaging
      Official Seiko packaging
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    Product Specifications
    • Gender
      Men's Watches
    • Movement & Power
      Automatic Mechanical
    • Movement Calibre
      6R35
    • Collections
      Dress Watches
    • Mechanical Power Reserve
      up to 70 hours
    • Clearance
      Sale Items
    • Features
      Glowing Hands, Scratch Resistant, Sapphire Glass, Glowing Markers, Date Display
    • Strap Material
      Fabric
    • Case Material
      Stainless Steel
    • Display Type
      Analog
    • Dial Colour
      Black
    • Strap Colour
      Brown
    • Case Width
      42.7 mm
    • Case Depth
      13.2 mm
    • Crown Type
      Screw Down
    • Dial Shape
      Circle
    • Hour Markers
      Batons
    • Water Resistance
      200 metres
  • Delivery & Returns
    Free delivery is available on all UK orders - click for information about delivery methods & international pricing
    For items listed as in stock, your order should be completed before 4:00pm (Monday-Friday) for us to despatch the same day or before 11:30am on Saturday for delivery Monday. Please note that all orders must pass our security policy before they are despatched and we must be able to take payment successfully, if this is not possible we will email or send an SMS with further instructions. For queries and delivery questions please feel free to call us on 01926 298499.
    For other items, a delivery estimate will be shown where possible. If we feel we are unable to adhere to the timescale after you place your order we will contact you to make you aware and allow you to change your order if necessary. Items will be sent by your chosen delivery method once they are back in stock and payment will not be taken until the items are despatched (NB. PayPal and Amazon orders are charged immediately).
    Click & Collect from a local Post Office
    We now offer Click and Collect to over 10,000 UK Post Offices. Simply select the option during checkout and enter your postcode to find your closest Post Office. We will send the package using Royal Mail Tracked or Special Delivery (next day) and once your package is ready to collect an email will be sent from Royal Mail (proof of ID will be required). Please note it is not possible to use PayPal or Amazon checkout with this delivery option.
    Returns Policy

    In addition to our 30 day returns policy all items purchased from October 1st 2024 may now be returned up until 15th January 2025, terms apply.

    We aim for you to be absolutely delighted with your purchase and therefore offer you 30 days to change your mind on your purchase (excludes pre-owned watches). You may do this by using the form provided with your order or otherwise. We will provide a refund of all payment received (not including delivery upgrades), usually within 48 hours of receipt of the product. This will be made to the original payment method. For most payment methods it will take 3-5 working days for this to show on your statement.

    Please ensure items from your order are suitable before wearing as we are unable to accept items which have been worn under our returns policy.

    For UK orders under £500, you may generate a free tracked and insured returns label on the Royal Mail website (opens in a new window). You can print this label and send it back at any local Post Office at no cost to yourself. It is also possible to have the label printed at Post Office using the QR code from the confirmation email. Please retain the proof of postage receipt. Unfortunately we are unable to provide a refund of return postage for returns through other methods, so we recommend printing the free postage label provided. For orders over £500, please consult your receipt for details on how to return. For international returns, you will need to bear the cost of returns postage. Please ensure the watch is returned to us in an unworn, new condition with all the original packaging (manufacturer's manual and guarantee if applicable). Please ensure items from your order are suitable before wearing as we are unable to accept items which have been worn under our returns policy. We reserve the right to make deductions for unnecessary damage caused to the product by yourself.

    We are also able to offer an exchange to a different product if required, please specify this when returning your product.

    If a fault develops with a watch that is outside of the 30 day returns period or is no longer in a new condition the watch can be returned to the manufacturer under the terms of the guarantee (we are an official UK dealer for all brands on our website) so that they can rectify any issues. For more information please see our returns policy page.

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    First Class Watches are Seiko watch retail partners so you can be assured your sparkling new watch will arrive with a stamped manufacturer's warranty, packaging and instructions.
    This item is supplied with:
    • Official Seiko guarantee
      fully stamped (where appropriate)
    • Instruction manual
      Please note some brands use online manuals
    • Official Packaging
      Official Seiko packaging
  • Product Reviews (2)
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    Great seiko great value very good service

    reviewed 22/11/2023

    VERIFIED FIRST CLASS CUSTOMER
    5 Quality
    5 Value
    5 Ease of use
    5 Style
    5
    Overall Rating
    As always really quick delivery, good price very happy.

    reviewed 14/11/2023

    VERIFIED FIRST CLASS CUSTOMER
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