{"product_id":"seiko-prospex-captain-willard","title":"Seiko Prospex Captain Willard Automatic Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Men's Watch SPB151J1","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSeiko Prospex ‘Captain Willard’ Automatic Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Mens Watch SPB151J1\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Case:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Seiko Prospex ‘Captain Willard’ SPB183J1 is a reinterpretation of the watch worn by Martin Sheen’s character. Captain Willard, in Francis Ford Coppola’s 1979 Vietnam War epic, \u003cem\u003eApocalypse Now\u003c\/em\u003e. The case measures 42.7mm in width, which is somewhat slimmer than the original model which measured at 44mm. The reduction in size of this model makes it feel more authentic and in line with the sizing trends of the mid-seventies. The original model was made famous by the unique asymmetrical tonneau style case and crown positioned in at 4 o’clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brushed stainless steel case has been finished with super hard coating, which provides the watch with unparalleled durability and scratch resistance. A black unidirectional bezel sits on top of the case, it displays a 60-minute scale and it features knurled edges that allow the wearer to easily rotate it. The sapphire crystal \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eembedded \u003c\/span\u003ein the case provides the watch with superlative scratch resistance. The glass has been treated an anti-reflective coating, which permits for optimum readability. On the back of the case, there is a screw down case back which provides greater protection against water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe black dial employs a simplistic layout which ensures the dial can be easily read. It consists of deeply applied baton-style hour markers that have been polished and filled with a luminescent material, which allows the dial to be read in the dark. A beveled baton-shaped hands occupies the centre of the dial, it has also been filled with LumiBrite material. The design of the dial continues to pays homage to the original Seiko 6105 through the adoption of the distinctive ‘traffic light’ style second hand. A date display window replaces the 3 o'clock marker imitating the classic design of the original.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Strap:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe bracelet is made from stainless steel and comes fashioned in a classic three-link oyster style. The simplistic design of the oyster bracelet was was first introduced by Rolex in 1948 and it has since enjoyed a close association with an array of dive watches, this is due to their utilitarian character that ensures functionality. The bracelet fastens using a three fold clasp with a secure lock, to ensure it remains upon the wearer’s wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe Functions:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeiko’s 6R35 caliber automatic movement powers this timepiece, providing the watch with a 70 hour power reserve and an accuracy of +25 to -15 seconds per day. The high performance calibre movement also offers a hacking feature so that the time can be set precisely. Although the movement is automatic it also features a hand winding mechanism, which gives the wearer the option of powering the watch themselves. The watch has a water resistance of 200 metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLinks:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.watchnation.com\/contact-us\/\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClick here to join our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WatchNationUK\/\"\u003efacebook\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/watchnationshop\/?hl=en\"\u003eInstagram!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51510375678293,"sku":"SPB151J1","price":1552.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/3720\/2517\/files\/image284688653.jpg?v=1758577961","url":"https:\/\/www.watchnation.com\/en-de\/products\/seiko-prospex-captain-willard","provider":"WatchNation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}