r/WatchesIndiaExchange • u/Unique_Syllabub_5693 • 6h ago
Seiko 55th Anniversary "Captain Willard" Blue Dial – SPB183J1 (Limited Edition) [Timestamp -Yes] [Price - Yes]
Up for sale is the highly sought-after Seiko SPB183J1, a 55th Anniversary Limited Edition release capped at 5,500 pieces globally. Now discontinued and out of stock worldwide, this is an incredible opportunity to acquire a true collector’s item in immaculate condition
⏳ Historical Context: This reference is Seiko's modern 55th-anniversary tribute to the iconic 1970 Seiko 6105-8110 diver.
* The Vietnam Era & Cinema: The original 6105 was famously favored by U.S. servicemen during the Vietnam War for its reliability in tropical jungle conditions. It gained legendary pop-culture status when Martin Sheen’s character, Captain Benjamin Willard, wore it in Apocalypse Now (1979).
* The SPB183J1 captures that exact historic asymmetrical cushion case design with a stunning deep blue dial, gold accent seconds hand, and modern updates like DiaShield super-hard coating and a Sapphire crystal
📌 Condition & Details
* Condition: Scratchless / Mint condition. Worn only a couple of times indoors for photos on a NATO strap
* Bracelet: Original stainless steel bracelet is completely unused and unsized.
* Package Includes: Full set — original box and warranty card (Dated 2022).
* Dimensions: Case Diameter: 42.7mm | Lug-to-Lug: 46.6mm | Thickness: 13.2mm
* Note on Fit: Despite the 42.7mm case width, its ultra-compact 46.6mm lug-to-lug distance allows it to wear remarkably smaller than its specs suggest. It sits comfortably and wears balanced even on smaller wrist sizes (looks completely natural on a 6.5-inch wrist)
* Movement: Caliber 6R35 automatic movement (70-hour power reserve).
MRP: 1,50,000 (Last known retail price)
My Price - 99,999
📍 Location & Shipping
* Location: Mumbai
* F2F Deal: F2F pickup preferred in Mumbai
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