Seiko

Hi folks, it´s nice to have a forum just for Seiko. Some months ago I stumbled over some pics of old Seiko diving watches and immediatley fell in love. Shortly after I had the chance to buy this Diver 150, ref. 6105-8000 from 1968. What do yu guys think a...  

I think you made an excellent choice. I took the dive in vintage Seiko Divers recently and I don\'t regret the adventure. One Martin Sheen and one Arnie. Gongrtas on your new watch. Bill Pictured below the Arnie ...  

I'm with you all the way on older divers. Mike

From a collector of vintage Seiko divers, that is a beauty . Most vintage Seikos don't age in this way. Either they stay close to the original color, or they miscolor and 'rot'. My single-owner 6105-8000 is stark white, but I prefer the look of yours. Con...  

On watches that had their hands replaced the second hand is more red than pink. Very nice example. Bill

Honestly if I had to go back to just one watch I would most probably keep the 6105. Its really an underappreciated piece and has the perfect lines, coin edge bezel and excellent surround markers. Its quite a watch. Seems all the good ones are here ;) ...  

Just the way this was was intended to be used. No safe queen here. Pictures are still wet. Bill ...  

6105 braving at least 11m.....bit chilly, too. ...  

Brave warrior. Sorry about the chilly water I had 27 degree like a bath tub. Not the same at home more like 17. Thanks for sharing. Bill

Next time 20 meters We managed 25 meters but we had very warm water in the Dominican Republic. Bill

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Tropic strap is always a good choice but remain a NATO fan. I got the original Seiko rubber strap but just for originality. Did you dive with the watch. Bill

I will need to hunt an older one. I have a couple but from the early 1970. On a recent dive trip the 6105 went down to 33 meters. Bill

& YES I'm yelling it !

Actually, I have recently sold back the 6105-8000 shown above to the original owner. Now so only have a 6105-8110 Willard in my little stock. I ...  

That is a worthy buyer.

I must comment that 90% of the Seikos I have seen have at least one "open it with needlenose pliers" scratch on the back

(having done a scratch or two myself in earlier, more-naive days)