Seiko Prospex – Speedtimer 145th Anniversary Limited Edition Automatic 42mm SRQ059

Description

Driven by a heritage of iconic design, Prospex continues to keep going forward with excellence in precision timekeeping, crafted for the modern world. Honoring the 145th anniversary of the founding of Seiko by Kintaro Hattori, this exceptional timepiece has a design based on Seiko’s precision Speedtimer models of the past and features a specially designed slim case, curved to seamlessly connect to the bracelet for enhanced sport elegance and wearing comfort. Framed by a tachymeter scale, the silver-white dial features a distinctive pattern that evokes the case decoration of an early Japan-made pocket watch, popular at the time when Seiko timekeeping was born, and features gold accents symbolizing the founder’s vision for the future. Providing chronograph measurement of up to 30 minutes of elapsed time in 1/8-second increments, the proprietary caliber 8R48 34-jewel automatic movement beats at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, with a power reserve of approximately 45 hours and manual winding capability. The caliber includes a column wheel and vertical clutch mechanism allowing for smooth, stutter-free movement of the chronograph hand while providing long-term efficiency, reducing wear and tear and maintaining the power reserve during chronograph operation. For reliable timing, the three-pointed hammer system ensures that all hands return to zero instantly and in perfect synchronization when the re-set pusher is pressed. Crafted of stainless steel with super hard coating, with a perfectly tailored multi-row bracelet for a sleek and comfortable fit, this classic and elegant creation is available only in a controlled-production run of 700, with the serial number engraved on each caseback and includes a dual-curved sapphire crystal, date calendar, and tri-fold push-button release clasp. 10 bar, 100M Water Resistant

Features

• Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition
• Limited Edition of 700
• Production serial number engraved on caseback
• Design inspired by Seiko’s precision timing instruments and early pocket watches
• Classic silver dial with special press-pattern
• The gold tone of the hands, markers, and logo reflects the celebration of Seiko’s anniversary and the achievements of its founder
• Streamlined case and bracelet design for a seamless fit on the wrist
• Automatic chronograph with manual winding capability
• Column wheel and vertical clutch mechanism allowing for smooth, stutter-free movement of the chronograph hand
• Chronograph measurement up to 12 hours of elapsed time in 1/8-second increments
• Tachymeter scale on the dial ring
• LumiBrite hands and markers
• Date calendar
• Screwdown caseback
• Tri-fold push button release clasp

Case Dimensions

Thickness: 14.6 mm

Diameter: 42.0 mm

Length: 49.5 mm

Movement

• Caliber 8R48
• 28,800 vibrations per hour
• 34 jewels
• Power reserve: approximately 45 hours
• Automatic Chronograph

Other Details

Case: Stainless steel case with super hard coating

Crystal Material: Dual curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inner surface

Water Resistance: 10 bar, 100 meters (330 feet)

Dial Color: Silver

Strap: Stainless steel bracelet with super hard coating

Lug Width: 20 mm