It goes without saying that Seiko’s 6106 Sport Divers from the late 60’s and early 70’s are easily one of the best values on the vintage market. For those after a sporty tool watch that’s everything but cumbersome on the wrist, the 6059 may be the perfect addition. At 38mm, it’s incredibly comfortable and packs pounds of features into a tight package. This example from April of ’69 is amazing. The matte black dial is near perfect, and the original luminous plots are well proportioned and have developed an even cream patina. The hour and minute hands are polished batons with bright ample luminous windows that make them easy to spot at a glance, and ticking off the seconds is a bright red “lollipop” sweep. Framing the dial is a broad and angular “count up” bezel that rotates smoothly in either direction via the oversized crown. The case is a classic tonneau with crisp corners, sharp lines, and the original finishes still somewhat visible. The 6106 driving the hands is a true seiko workhorse that’s both durable and reliable. It offers quickset of the date, semi-quickset day, and hacking seconds. It’s unpolished, and completely original aside from a replacement crystal. Post service it’s keeping near perfect time, and ready for many more years of dependable performance. We’ve paired it with a supple black “Tropic Sport” style strap for a bold, “blackout” finish that maintains its period appeal. A better bang for your vintage diver loving buck will be hard to find.

CNS “Tropic Sport” Style Black Composite Rubber

Serviced 5/17/22

Diameter- 38mm

Lugs- 19mm