Any proper watch collection must include at least one Seiko diver.
We all have our favorites, but the the SPB261 deserves a spot on the Mount Rushmore of Seiko divers — full stop.
Its distinguishable asymmetric case, legible dial, overall presence and connection to one of our favorite movies of all time make it an easy watch to fall in love with. That's one of the reasons why we're so partial to Seiko's 'Ice Diver' the Japanese powerhouse released in 2021.
Heavily inspired by the 6105's design language, these modern day Seiko divers are equipped with a super hard coating, sapphire crystal and the manufacture's Calibre 6R35. This piece features a 42mm stainless steel case with a signed crown at 4 o'clock and a luminous, ice-textured, fumé dial with a matching handset and a 'stoplight' center seconds hand.
Outfitted with a multi-link stainless steel bracelet with a signed safety lock clasp, this piece is in virtually-unworn condition. What's more it delivers with a complete kit of factory goodies including its outer box, inner box, books, instruction manual, hangtag and warranty card.
Can it get any better than a modern Captain Willard?
Probably not.