2018 Seiko Prospex “Ninja Turtle” Black Automatic SRPC49K1
Ref: SRPC49K1 (4R36-06L0)
Specification
Lugs : 22mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box & Papers : Box & Papers
Case Material : Stainless Steel / Black Coated
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty
Points of Mention
This watch is sold with its original Seiko box and paperwork. The watch comes paired with its original Seiko rubber strap with its signed buckle. The watch is from January 2018 and is sold in worn condition, but overall very fair condition as you can see. The watch comes with our 12-Months Warranty.
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The Watch
Here we have the 2018 Seiko Prospex "Ninja Turtle" All Black SRPC49 inspired by the world of night diving, 45mm stainless steel cushion case with a black hard coating, and a lug-to-lug length of 47mm and a thickness of 13mm gives the watch an impressive wrist presence. It fits like a cushion for comfort. On the right side at 4 o’clock a screw-down crown. Unidirectional black bezel with a dive duration indication in grey. Hardlex crystal protects the matt black dial, lumibrite hour markers surround, syringe hour hand, and broad arrow orange minute hand. Just as the night diver will use an orange light for excellent visibility. The day date window is at the 3 o’clock position. Inside we have the workhorse automatic Seiko Cal. 4R36 with hand winding and hacking functionality, 24 jewels and 21,600 beats per hour. The watch comes fitted on a 22mm silicone strap with a signed buckle and comes with its Seiko presentation box and papers.
Personal Note
I have purchased and sold a few of these models over the years and I am amazed by how the popularity has remained and if anything increased as time has gone on. As far as all-black watches go, this is one of the nicest designs and super comfortable on the wrist. This is a great way to experiment with whether an all-black watch is for you without breaking the bank, so snap it up and enjoy it!
The Brand
Seikos' history began in 1881 when Kintaro Hattori established the K. Hattori retail and repair store. In 1892 Seikosha was established to make wall clocks. 1895 saw the production of their first pocket watch. 1913 saw the launch of their first wristwatch, the Laurel. In 1924 the first Seiko was manufactured. Daini Seikosha (now Seiko Instruments Inc.) was established in 1937. Seiko was listed on the Tokyo stock exchange in 1949. The Suwa factory became independent and formed Suwa Seikosha Co., Ltd. (now Seiko Epson Corporation in 1959). In 1956 Seiko launched Marvel as their first true in-house-made watch; they continued to make this watch until 1959. Japan’s first chronograph watch was introduced for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics; it was called the Seiko Crown Chronograph monopusher. Not stopping there Seiko launched Japan's first true divers watch the Seiko Diver’s 150M fitted with the automatic Caliber 6217 which later was given the nickname “62MAS” by collectors. The company name was changed to the Seiko Corporation in 1990. Innovation at Seiko continues today with GPS Solar watches.