Few Seiko Divers are as sought after as the 6105-8110/9. Whether due to a cameo appearance in the film 'Apocalypse Now,' where it sits prominently on the wrist of Capt. Willard, played by Martin Sheen, or for the fact that there are so many modern interpretations and homages to this historic timepiece, there's no denying that its truly an icon. Whatever the motivation, owning an original is in most circumstances, easier said than done. This example from April of ‘71 shows some aging and patina, and is a perfect opportunity for those seeking a watch with a bit of character. The flat black dial has begun to fade to an almost gray color from UV exposure. The luminous material within the markers is the  original, and bears a nice creamy patina, though some scattered darkening can be seen at some of the corners. The hour and minute hands are large beveled batons that, though slightly oxidized, have mostly retained their original polished finish. Its iconic “stop light” sweep counts the seconds, but the luminous within has lost its color and darkened with age. The coin edge bezel rotates smoothly in either direction, and the insert has gone almost completely “ghost” with age. The original lume pip and acrylic lens are still intact. The crown is the original, and locks firmly into position against the case. The case itself is unpolished and in overall fantastic condition. The factory finishes are still clearly visible, and the corners are crisp. The hacking 6015B is keeping near perfect time post service, and it’s been fitted with a genuine NOS hardlex crystal. We’ve paired it with a reproduction “Waffle” strap that’s as close to the original as you’ll find, and provides the best fit and finish possible. We’ve priced it with condition considered, though overall, it’s a fantastic example of Seiko’s iconic diver history. 

Uncle Seiko Reproduction “Waffle” Strap with Stainless Steel Hardware (uncleseiko.com)

Serviced 1/10/20

Diameter 45mm

Lugs 19mm