Seiko Prospex 1965 Diver's Recreation Automatic Blue Dial Men's Watch SPB149J1
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Seiko Prospex 1965 Diver's Recreation Automatic Mens Watch SPB149J1
The Case:
This Seiko Prospex 1965 Diver's Recreation SPB149J1 is modern reinterpretation of Seiko’s first true dive watch, the 62MAS, is a whole new take on a classic that remains true to many of the original design codes. This new version is characterised by its slim profile and lowered centre of gravity that makes it more comfortable on the wrist. It measures at 40.5mm in diameter and it features a screw down crown at 3 o’clock, as well as straight lugs; all of which are features found on the 62MAS. The case is crafted from stainless steel with a super hard coating, which allows for greater resistance against scratches.
A brushed ceramic bezel insert sits on top of the case. The addition of a ceramic bezel draws attention to the brilliance of this watch, as it a material that is often used by high end brands, such as Rolex, for it anticorrosion, scratch resistant and almost indestructible qualities. The bezel is unidirectional and it can be easily rotated thanks to the the knurled edges.
The Dial:
The design of the dial is similar to that of the Seiko Prospex Trilogy series, as it utilises the same sun brushed blue-grey design. This reflects the beauty of the sea but also hints at their ability to perform at depths which dim the intensity of the oceans’ blue. The layout of the dial is typically well laid out and does generally remain true to the original 62MAS. For example, it includes Lumibrite filled straight sword hands and baton indexes, both of which result in a clean, authentic looking dial. Both hands have been beveled which underpins the craftsmanship gone into this modern iteration. A thin orange seconds hand stands out against the blue dial. The Seiko branding is neatly positioned beneath the 12 o’clock dial, as to not overcrowd the dial. A sunken date window replaces the 3 o’clock mark.
The Bracelet:
This Seiko SPB149J1 is delivered on a beautiful oyster style 3-link stainless steel bracelet. It has been finished with a super hard coating to prevent damage from scratches. This is the most apparent visual deviation from the original model, which came on a fabric strap. It fastens using a three-fold clasp with push-button release, secure lock and extender. A silicone strap is also included in the box.
The Functions:
Seiko’s new 6R35 calibre movement powers this watch and it offers an improved 70 hour power reserve. It also offers hacking and hand winding features. It also has a water resistance rating of 200 metres making it suitable for scuba diving.
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UK Shipping
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The table below provides a breakdown of our shipping rates based on the selling price of your order, including VAT and any discounts.
| Selling Price | Royal Mail 48 Tracked |
Royal Mail 24 Tracked & Signed |
Special Delivery Next Day Orders placed Mon–Fri |
Special Sunday Delivery Orders placed before Saturday 12pm |
Royal Mail Special Delivery By 1pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| £0 to £99.99 | FREE | £4.99 | £7.99 | £7.99 | £9.99 |
| £100 to £499 | N/A | FREE | £7.99 | £7.99 | £9.99 |
| £500 or more | N/A | N/A | FREE | £7.99 | £9.99 |
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We also offer Royal Mail Special Delivery, which for an additional fee offers guaranteed delivery the next day before 1pm.
*Royal Mail Tracked 24 and Royal Mail Tracked 48 services are 98% accurate but not guaranteed.
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We are not open during UK bank holidays. Orders received on bank holidays will be dispatched promptly the next working day.
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To make international delivery clearer, our shipping terms vary depending on the delivery country. Some destinations are shipped with duties and taxes included, while others may require local import charges to be paid before delivery.
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This means the price you pay at checkout includes:
- Your goods
- International shipping
- Applicable import duties
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- Customs clearance charges where applicable
Duties and taxes are included at checkout for the countries listed below. This means you should not be asked to pay additional import fees before delivery.
Countries currently shipped with duties and taxes included
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European Union / Eurozone
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- Croatia
- Cyprus
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If your delivery country is listed above, duties and taxes are included at checkout and you should not be asked to pay additional import duties or taxes before delivery.
Please note that delivery times can still vary if customs require additional checks, but any applicable duties and taxes should already be covered where DDP has been selected and charged at checkout.
Rest of World — DAP
For all other international destinations outside of the countries listed above, orders are shipped on a DAP (Delivered At Place) basis.
This means the price you pay at checkout covers:
- Your goods
- International shipping
It does not include overseas sales tax, import VAT, customs duties, tariffs, or courier clearance/handling fees.
When your order reaches your country, local customs authorities may apply additional charges, including:
- Import VAT or local sales tax
- Customs duties or tariffs
- Courier handling or clearance fees
These charges are set by your country’s customs authority and are payable by you before delivery.
If charges are due, you’ll usually be contacted directly by the courier with a secure link to pay any applicable fees. Once cleared, your parcel will be released for delivery.
Estimated Delivery Times After Dispatch
Customs processing times vary by country and may extend delivery slightly.
If Import Charges Are Not Paid
For DAP shipments, if local import charges, taxes, duties or courier fees are not paid, or if delivery is refused, the parcel may be returned to us.
In this case, we will refund your order minus:
- The original outbound shipping cost
- Any return shipping fees charged to us
- Any customs, duty, tax or clearance fees billed to us by the courier
Estimating Import Costs for DAP Countries
Import VAT, duty and tariff rates vary by country. For an estimate, please contact your local customs authority or use your government’s official import calculator before placing your order.
If your delivery country is listed as a duties and taxes included destination above, your order will be shipped on a DDP basis.
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