Seiko Diver: Dial Details and Tropical Strap

Ambos · 2017-07-16T05:31:20Z

Explore the Seiko diver's intricate dial and strap customization. Ambos showcases embossed markers and the vintage tropical strap's impact on its aesthetic.

Ambos presents a photo essay of a Seiko diver, focusing on its aesthetic details and the impact of a strap change. The post highlights the watch's impressive dial craftsmanship, particularly the embossed hour markers that appear applied but are seamlessly integrated, demonstrating Seiko's dedication to quality.

Let photos speak:

Changed the comfy though very glossy silicon to a vintage rubber tropical strap. The 19mm width is not so easy for replacements/ alternatives.

On below's shot you can spot the uneven sides of the hour markers, testimony of the embossed markers. Though they are massive and seem to be applied, they are one piece with the dial! The top part is then polished again to the max... in the right angle, they literally light up on the dial.

Once again Seiko proved to release an as close as possible watch from their past!

Key Points from the Discussion

True old-stock Tropic straps typically have curved lugs, whereas modern silicone straps for this Seiko diver require flat lugs, with modern options being a good alternative to NOS.
The embossed hour markers on the dial, despite appearing applied, are actually one piece with the dial and feature a highly polished top surface that reflects light brilliantly.
The sharp edges of the embossed markers are particularly impressive, showcasing Seiko's manufacturing precision even outside of Grand Seiko lines.
The vintage rubber tropical strap is a faithful and aesthetically pleasing choice for this Seiko diver, enhancing its classic appeal.

The Discussion

damianp

Jul 16, 2017

Great pics! Thank you for these.

Makes me think about this watch.

Ambos

Jul 17, 2017

Don't think too long

They seem to sell like hot cakes ;o)

Luis6

Jul 16, 2017

Congratulations, once again.

The watch on rubber tropical strap looks even better than on the OEM one.

descartes1

Jul 16, 2017

Wow this one is really becoming a Purists favorite. Great photos

The tropic strap looks fantastic and is faithful to the original. I have one ordered and on the way.

Ambos

Jul 17, 2017

Looking forward to your pics :o) [nt]

georgeszaslavsky

Jul 16, 2017

awesome vintage looking seiko and very nice high resolutions pictures [nt]

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