Seiko Diver’s 1965 Modern Re-Interpretation SPB143J1 / SPB145J1 / SPB147J1 / SPB149J1

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boatswain

Discussion Starter · Mar 5, 2020 (Edited)

SPB143J1 / 145J1 / 147J1 / 149J1

Just saw this getting posted about here and thought it may be worth getting it's own thread going.

https://www.seikowatches.com/ca-en/products/prospex/spb149j1

https://www.seikowatches.com/us-en/products/prospex/special/55th-anniversary-limited/

It looks like an LE of 5,500 and a price of 140,000 yen.

Sapphire crystal

200m

Diashield

6R35

40.5mm diameter

47.6mm lug to lug

13.2mm thick

For my part I love the size and the dial, case and hands. No chapter ring.

I have been looking for awhile and I think It is almost my perfect seiko diver dare I say it.

There are also some non limited editions with grey and brown dials.

SPB143J1

SPB145J1

SPB147J1

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jam3s121

· #3,783 · Sep 18, 2020

What stores in the USA have the 143? I'm trying to find it.

jam3s121

· #3,825 · Sep 20, 2020

Im trying to buy this 143. How do I find an AD that has it in the states?

jam3s121

· #3,860 · Sep 23, 2020

Badblood32 said:
Google to find seiko AD in your area and just call them. They probably will take an order from you since many places are sold out / have a small list for them. But you should be able to get it for like 10% off msrp or so!

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Thanks, actually found out they started selling out. I'm sure there will be plenty of restocks. Its actually a good thing since I'm torn between this and another piece.

jam3s121

· #4,171 · Oct 15, 2020

Is everyone paying msrp for their spb143? I reached out to two AD's in my state about it. First one said I could put deposit on it for their shipment this month but it was going to be full price + sales tax. Its my first purchase where I need to go to a brick and mortar AD to get the watch I want. I don't know if I should say I'd like 5% or not, I was under the impression people were getting 5-10% off on this. I could get the watch for nearly $180 less from Gnomon (when it restocks).

jam3s121

· #4,189 · Oct 17, 2020

Gnomon watches had a restock on the 143 and I ordered mine. Anders confirmed alignment. Was so excited afterwards I ended up already buying a parachute elastic mn style strap and a new woven green nato. I previously only had 18mm and 22mm lug width watches. Can't wait to get this thing in my hands!

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jam3s121

· #4,238 · Oct 25, 2020

Vintageautomatic said:
Anyone know whether this seller's bracelets are legitimate? Looks like a good deal for a bracelet that should fit the spb14x. Slightly skeptical as they have a few available NEW Original SPB053 SPB051 SBDC051 SBDC053 SBDC055 Bracelet M01X331 US Seller | eBay
Same question re this one FedEx /DHL SEIKO PROSPEX SBDC051 SBDC053 SPB053 SPB051 Steel strip | eBay

I am not really informed enough to question if its legitimate or not. I just opened my SBDC101 on Friday. The packaging on the bracelet looks the same. The "ST Steel B" stamp is the same. The numbers on the end links on mine are different. Mine read "213", as well as different characters on the link next to the micro adjustment. It could be because its the same bracelet for a few different SPBs though. Considering the amount of reviews I think your fine.

jam3s121

· #4,245 · Oct 26, 2020

Received my SDC101 from Gnomon on Friday. Literally had to have been the last DHL delivery since the guy got there at 5:45pm. Took it for a fall hike today and absolutely loved it. This is my first piece over $500. Got the bracelet where I like it and will now wear it on parachute straps during the day as I wfh. More pics to come!

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jam3s121

· #4,250 · Oct 26, 2020

boatswain said:
Congratulations!

Looking forward to seeing it on the parachute straps.

Thanks man!

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jam3s121

· #4,285 · Oct 31, 2020

took some side by side photos with my skx007. Will post them when I get a chance. Really loving the spb143 on every strap I've thrown it on. Currently wearing it on a haveston service strap but have worn it on a b&r parachute style, b&r woven nato and the bracelet. Its a monster

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jam3s121

· #4,288 · Nov 2, 2020

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jam3s121

· #4,292 · Nov 3, 2020

Earl Grey said:
Thanks for the comparison pics! Side profile comparison would be great, too.

I have an SKX173 and am looking for a smaller diver. I wish the 143 was even smaller. I'd like a diver that doesn't fill up my whole wrist. The 37mm Rado Captain Cook is too small though, and too shiny.

Would love to try on a Zodiac, but the chances of that are low.

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I can take one for you tomorrow. I tried making a video but I'm not good at it lol. Imo the spb fits my 6.9inch wrist so much better even though it's longer lug to lug. It makes the skx seem stumpy.

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jam3s121

· #4,304 · Nov 4, 2020

I didn't get to post the side by side shot with the SKX but I will tomorrow.

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jam3s121

· #4,323 · Nov 5, 2020

A few people asked to see a side by side with the SKX007j. I had already swapped the bracelet back on yesterday and really didn't want to swap again but I think this illustrates how squat the skx looks in comparison. I believe technically they are VERY close to the same height but the skx feels taller. I keep getting a sensitive content warning but its a picture of my hand and two watches..

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jam3s121

· #4,324 · Nov 5, 2020

No idea why its being flagged as sensitive. Its not.

jam3s121

· #4,979 · Feb 8, 2021 (Edited)

Took the bracelet off and put back on my B&R Bands "mn" strap. These are really nice considering the price. My only gripe is I have a medium-small (6.8inch) wrist and it requires a bit of adjusting every time I put it on to have the hook loop not at a awkward spot along my wrist. The true MN ones are sized to your wrist I think. But were taking $25 strap vs $80. The material is still outstanding, just not custom sized.

In another note, does anyone else notice this watch smudges really easily from fingerprints that don't easily go away? I can wipe them off with a microfiber but it seems harder to get out then a regular watch. I imagine its something to do with the diashield.

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jam3s121

· #5,005 · Feb 14, 2021

Anyone else have scratches between the lugs? I dont always wear the bracelet, now I don't want to take it off looking at them

jam3s121

· #5,012 · Feb 14, 2021

Kev161 said:
Don't look in there 😆.
I've been using tape on the under side of the lugs.

Its not underneath, its where the endlink meets the case. I wouldn't care if that part of the watch wasn't polished. Maybe I'll just brush that spot on both sides.

jam3s121

· #5,021 · Feb 15, 2021

pmjl said:
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Nice strap, is this a haveston model strap?

jam3s121

· #5,061 · Feb 19, 2021

I think the circle dials dress the watch down a lot. It looks better with the current indices.

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jam3s121

· #5,274 · Mar 10, 2021

pilatus7 said:
Some lunch break photos:

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What brand rubber strap is this? Lookin' good!

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