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A Cult Classic, Reborn:
- Every great watch tells a story, but few command the respect of the Seiko Alpinist.
- First launched in 1959 for the Japanese Yama-otoko ("mountain men"), this timepiece was originally engineered to survive the treacherous peaks and harsh terrains of the Japanese Alps.
- Today, the SPB121J1 is not just a tool watch. It is a modern icon - a seamless blend of rugged heritage and sophisticated horology that has earned a cult following worldwide.
Highlights:
- The Alpinist is famous for its distinct aesthetic, often described as "rugged elegance".
- The star of the show is the mesmerizing sunburst emerald green dial, which plays beautifully with the light, shifting from deep forest tones to vibrant shimmering green.
- Contrasted against the gold-tone cathedral hands and applied hour markers, this watch exudes a vintage charm that looks as at home under the cuff of a suit jacket as it does on a hiking trail.
- While it looks refined, do not mistake its beauty for fragility. This is a Prospex ("Professional Specifications") timepiece, built to handle whatever life throws at you.
- 200 Meters water resistance: robust for a "field watch".
- Sapphire crystal: Upgraded with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and an internal anti-reflective coating, ensuring your view of the dial remains pristine.
- The new magnified date window (cyclops) adds a layer of daily practicality.
- The compass bezel: A nod to its mountaineering roots, the internal rotating compass ring - operated by the secondary crown at 4 o'clock - allows you to navigate the wild or simply enjoy the tactile mechanical satisfaction of a true tool watch.
Why This Watch Belongs in Your Collection:
- This watch is frequently cited by collectors as the ultimate "one-watch collection". It pairs perfectly with its included brown calfskin leather strap. It is reliable, beautiful, and steeped in history. Whether you are a seasoned collector or buying your first serious automatic, the Alpinist is more than a watch - it is a companion for life's adventures.
Key Specifications:
- Movement: Seiko 6R35 automatic (70-hour power reserve)
- Case: 39.5mm stainless steel
- Crystal: Sapphire with anti-reflective coating & magnifier.
- Water resistance: 200m (20 bar)
- Strap: Brown leather with three-Fold clasp
- Special Features: Rotating compass ring, LumiBrite hands/indices, See-through case back.
| Warranty | 3 Years + 1 year extended from WatchO |
| Edition | Prospex |
| Usually For | Men |
| Water Resistancy | 200 Metres |
| Dial Colour | Green |
| Case Material | Stainless-steel |
| Band Colour | Brown |
| Band Material | Calfskin Leather |
| Clasp Type | Three-fold Clasp |
| Bezel | Fixed |
| Glass | Sapphire Crystal |
| Case Width | 39.5mm |
| Case Thickness | 13.2mm |
| Case Shape | Round |
| Case Back | Screw case back |
| Case Material | Stainless-steel |
| Band Colour | Brown |
| Band Material | Calfskin Leather |
| Clasp Type | Three-fold Clasp |
| Bezel | Fixed |
| Crown | Screw-Down |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Calibre | 6R35 |
| Jewels | 24 |
| Power Reserve | 70 Hours |
| Accuracy | +25 to -15 seconds per day |
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