The brightest light for the darkest night.
This model features long-lasting bright Green Lumibrite Pro on the hour and seconds hands and the indexes. The lume shines a vivid green wherever you are, even in the darkest places. The black dial keeps reflection to a minimum, ensuring the highest level of legibility.
Information:
New: Seiko Prospex Sea SPB433 'Black Series'
Reference: SPB433
Limited: 3500 Made
MSRP: $1250
Bezel Aligns
Strap: Stainless Steel Bracelet with PVD Hard Coating
Case Size: 45mm x 13.4mm Thickness 52.6mm Lug to Lug
Lug Width: 20mm
Case Metal: Stainless Steel with PVD Hard Coating
Movement: 6R35 - Automatic
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Box and Papers: Box and Papers
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet size: 7.75”
Condition: New Unworn
History of Seiko Watches
Seiko's history began in 1881 when Kintaro Hattori opened a watch shop in Tokyo. In 1892, he established Seikosha, a factory for producing wall clocks. The company quickly progressed, creating Japan's first wristwatch, the Laurel, in 1913. Despite setbacks like the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, Seiko persevered, launching its first watch under the Seiko brand name in 1924.
The post-World War II era saw Seiko's rapid growth and innovation. They introduced Japan's first automatic wristwatch in 1956 and launched the prestigious Grand Seiko line in 1960. Seiko achieved international recognition for accuracy in 1968, winning a Geneva Observatory competition.
The company made a name for its divers in 1965 with the introduction of their first professional dive watch, the 62MAS. This was followed by the iconic 6159-7001 in 1968, which was water-resistant to 300 meters. Seiko gained international recognition in 1975 with the release of the 6159-7010, nicknamed the "Tuna Can" due to its distinctive case shape. In 1969, they revolutionized the industry with the Astron, the world's first quartz wristwatch, ushering a new era of watchmaking that would send waves across the industry through the 70s and 80s. From its humble beginnings to becoming a global watchmaking giant, Seiko's history is characterized by resilience, technological advancement, and a commitment to precision.
