Seiko Prospex 2022 The Black Series Limited Edition 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation Turtle Style Automatic 200M "Captain Willard"
SPB257
(JDM Version: SBDC157)
Limited Edition of 5,500pcs
Seiko Prospex Black Series 2022 – Night Diving Tribute
In 2022, Seiko expanded its celebrated Black Series with three modern re‑interpretations of its pioneering diver’s watches from 1965, 1968, and 1970. Each model is powered by the reliable Caliber 6R35, offering a robust 70‑hour power reserve — a feature designed for collectors who demand endurance as much as style.
The collection’s matte black cases echo the silence and mystery of the ocean at night, while vivid orange accents capture the glow of divers’ torches cutting through the darkness. This interplay of shadow and light transforms each watch into a symbol of exploration beneath the waves.
Among the trio, the SPB257 stands out as a modern homage to the legendary 1970 diver. Its streamlined case recalls the original worn by Japanese adventurer Naomi Uemura during his epic 12,500km solo dog‑sled journey from Greenland to Alaska — a testament to Seiko’s reliability in extreme conditions. Collectors worldwide also know this silhouette as the “Captain Willard,” immortalized on screen in Apocalypse Now (1979).
This 2022 edition pays tribute to that heritage while embracing Seiko’s latest technology, blending cinematic history, adventure legacy, and modern craftsmanship into one limited‑production masterpiece.
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SPB257 Specification:
Movement:
Automatic
Caliber: 6R35
Automatic with manual winding capacity
Accuracy +25 to -15 seconds per day
Duration: Approx. 70 hours
Jewel: 24
Exterior
Case Material: Stainless steel (Hard Coating)
Case Size: Diameter 42.7mm, Thickness 13.2mm, Length 41.6mm
Band: Polyester
Crystal: Curved Sapphire
Crystal Coating: Anti-reflective coating on the inner surface
LumiBrite: Lumibrite on hands, indexes and bezel
Other Details
Water Resistance: 200m / 660ft diver's
An additional silicone strap is included
LIMITED EDITION on the case back
Screw case back
Screw-down crown
The serial number engraved on the case back
Unidirectional rotating bezel
Date display
Stop second-hand function
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