- In the 1960s, an era defined by discovery and daring, one watch became a quiet hero. Worn by Gene Kranz, NASA’s legendary Flight Director who guided Apollo missions including 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17, the original Seiko earned its reputation among watch enthusiasts as the ultimate tool watch. It symbolised precision, resilience, and reliability — qualities essential for those exploring new frontiers.
- Today, Seiko celebrates that legacy with this Seiko 5 Sports 1960s “Gene Kranz” Reissue, faithfully recreating the spirit of the original, while enhancing it with modern engineering.
- A recreation of a much-loved 1960s design, brought back to life for a new generation of collectors.
- Distinctive bi-directional bezel and vintage Seiko 5 emblem - true to the original aesthetics.
- Refined multi-link bracelet for a touch of sparkle and timeless elegance.
- Classic dial, complete with crisp black-and-white day-date display at 3 o'clock.
- 100 metres water resistance.
- Three-fold clasp with push-button release for security.
- Inside beats Seiko’s in-house 4R36 automatic movement, delivering smooth performance and a 40-hour power reserve.
- The luminous hands and indexes ensure readability day or night.
- Displays date and day clearly at 3 o’clock.
- Seiko 5 Sports watches are known for over fifty years of reliability, durability, performance, and value. ‘’5’’ represents the original five key features of every Seiko 5 still present today: Automatic movement, Day-date display, Water Resistance, Recessed crown and Durable case and bracelet.
- 3 years manufacturer warranty.
- This isn’t just a watch - it’s a piece of Seiko’s history, connected to the pioneering spirit of the Apollo era.
- Limited to just 9,999 pieces worldwide, each watch celebrates heritage, precision, and timeless design while giving you the confidence of modern reliability.
Warranty | 3 years |
Edition | Seiko 5 |
Usually For | Men |
Water Resistancy | 100 Metres |
Dial Colour | Silver |
Date Feature | Date display at the 3 o'clock position |
Day Feature | Day display at the 3 o'clock position |
Glass | Hardlex |
Case Width | 38.2mm |
Case Thickness | 12.3mm |
Case Material | Stainless-steel |
Band Colour | Silver |
Band Material | Stainless-steel |
Band Width | 20mm |
Band Type | Bracelet |
Clasp Type | Three-Fold Clasp |
Bezel | Rotating |
Movement | Automatic |
Calibre | 4R36 |
Jewels | 24 Jewels |
Power Reserve | 41 hours |