Seiko Prospex Captain Willard SPB151J1
Seiko Prospex Captain Willard SPB151J1
Here we have a re-issue of one of the most famous Seiko's ever made, the Seiko 'Willard' SPB153.
Why the ‘Willard’? The original Seiko 6105, the watch around which is this is based, was an extremely popular watch with those in the armed forces during the Vietnam conflict. When it came to choosing a watch to have on the wrist of Captain Willard, the main protagonist in the fictional masterpiece Apocalypse Now, wore the 6105 throughout the movie and hence the ‘Willard’ moniker sticking with Seiko enthusiasts forever more.
This is not the first reissue of the Willard, but one of the most faithful. The original watch was a tool watch, an absolute tank that earned its reputation in grueling situations. The SPB151 feels very much so up for the task. It features a 42.7mm steel case, aluminium uni-directional 120 click bezel, heavily beveled sapphire crystal mimicking the original’s beveled mineral glass, and is powered by the 6R35 automatic movement.
The particular piece was sold locally in 2022 and presents in TZ 'Excellent' condition. Has been worn regularly, and shows scratches and scuffs on then polished sides, as well as some minor marks on the brushed surfaces. See images for full condition details.
Bracelet includes all links, and shows minor desk dive marks.
No service history, a little young for that. Currently keeping time at around +30 seconds a day at mid-200's amplitude.
Comes with outer box, inner box, and hangtag.
A very cool watch that's brilliant value for money.
Brand: Seiko
Model #: SPB15J1
Circa: 2022
Case Material: Steel
Case details: 42.8mm
Movement: Seiko 6R35
Dial: Black
Hands: Lumed
Strap: Bracelet - Fully Linked
Paraphernalia: Outer box, inner box, and hangtag
TZ Grading: Excellent
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