FS- Seiko 6105 "Captain Willard"
I offer this classic Seiko in excellent condition.
Just serviced by Jack Alexon at International Watch Works in November of 2024, and upgraded to a Sapphire crystal.
Facts about this watch:
Best known on the wrist of Martin Sheen's "Captain Willard" the Seiko ref. 6105-8119 proved useful to actual service members during the Vietnam War as well this watch lives up to its reputation in the metal.
THE FULL STORY
You may have seen the Seiko ref. 6105-8119 before. It was featured prominently on the wrist of Martin Sheen's character, Captain Willard, in the seminal 1979 Francis Ford Coppola film, Apocalypse Now. The inclusion of the watch was no mistake the Seiko 6105 dive watch was popular among U.S. service members during the Vietnam War in the early 1970s. It was favored for its rugged nature and resistance to the harsh jungle environment.
As a testament to that, many examples, including this one, are still running strong today. The 6105 has always had a strong cult following, but it's only in recent years that the wider collecting world has discovered its quirky charm. There are two references for this "third generation" Seiko diver, the ref. 6105-8110 and the ref. 6105-8119. The difference in the last digit denotes the market in which the watch was originally sold, otherwise, the two are the same watch. From a design standpoint, it's easy to appreciate the asymmetrical case. The 6105 is one of the most celebrated vintage tool watches out there today, not only because it played a role in the Vietnam War, but it was also popular with divers of the time.
This example is in really stunning condition.
THE FINE PRINT
Maker: Seiko
Model: Diver
Reference: 6105-8119
Year: 1975
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 44mm diameter (from nine o'clock to three o'clock); 12.5mm thickness
Crystal: sapphire
Lume: Yes, tritium- Redone By Jack Alexon as IWW
Pressure Tested - Nov 2024
Caliber: Seiko, self-winding, caliber 6105B
Bracelet/Strap: Original Style black rubber dive strap and Seiko Bracelet
Lug Width: 19mm
Box/Papers: No
$1750 Shipped
Please email me for photos and
any questions. Paulwerfel@thewerfelgroup.com
I offer this classic Seiko in excellent condition.
Just serviced by Jack Alexon at International Watch Works in November of 2024, and upgraded to a Sapphire crystal.
Facts about this watch:
Best known on the wrist of Martin Sheen's "Captain Willard" the Seiko ref. 6105-8119 proved useful to actual service members during the Vietnam War as well this watch lives up to its reputation in the metal.
THE FULL STORY
You may have seen the Seiko ref. 6105-8119 before. It was featured prominently on the wrist of Martin Sheen's character, Captain Willard, in the seminal 1979 Francis Ford Coppola film, Apocalypse Now. The inclusion of the watch was no mistake the Seiko 6105 dive watch was popular among U.S. service members during the Vietnam War in the early 1970s. It was favored for its rugged nature and resistance to the harsh jungle environment.
As a testament to that, many examples, including this one, are still running strong today. The 6105 has always had a strong cult following, but it's only in recent years that the wider collecting world has discovered its quirky charm. There are two references for this "third generation" Seiko diver, the ref. 6105-8110 and the ref. 6105-8119. The difference in the last digit denotes the market in which the watch was originally sold, otherwise, the two are the same watch. From a design standpoint, it's easy to appreciate the asymmetrical case. The 6105 is one of the most celebrated vintage tool watches out there today, not only because it played a role in the Vietnam War, but it was also popular with divers of the time.
This example is in really stunning condition.
THE FINE PRINT
Maker: Seiko
Model: Diver
Reference: 6105-8119
Year: 1975
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 44mm diameter (from nine o'clock to three o'clock); 12.5mm thickness
Crystal: sapphire
Lume: Yes, tritium- Redone By Jack Alexon as IWW
Pressure Tested - Nov 2024
Caliber: Seiko, self-winding, caliber 6105B
Bracelet/Strap: Original Style black rubber dive strap and Seiko Bracelet
Lug Width: 19mm
Box/Papers: No
$1750 Shipped
Please email me for photos and
any questions. Paulwerfel@thewerfelgroup.com
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