The European Special and Limited (numbered) release of the “Dawn Grey” Turtle SRPD01K1 has sparked a huge interest for Seiko in both Europe and the US. Highly unlikely though for regular (non-limited edition) pieces until they become discontinued. Prices will likely stay the same for 2019 until we see a huge spike in demand. This has been Seiko’s formula for success for the last couple of years. I see Seiko probably releasing more special edition variants using the new “MM200” case and specifications. The deep dark blue bezel is really striking at any angle But you can easily swap in an aftermarket waffle strap for a better MM300 heritage look.Īn affordable “Marine Master” with clear heritage and style influences, people will look at this watch and probably consider after their first wrist shot. The inclusive black silicon Seiko strap is fully functional and comfortable. Even the crown position is at the 4 o’clock marker for ease of use. As the affordable re-issue and version of the MM300, the SPB079J1 uses a similar case and lug design. It simply generates different hues of blue from angles. The Seiko SPB079J1 uses a deep dark blue bezel which I think its biggest selling point. Speaking of the Marine Master 300, Seiko created and manufactured a re-issue into a much affordable package and line and created the SPB079J1 (dark blue bezel) and the SPB077J1 (black bezel and stainless-steel bracelet) “MM200”. I see dealers offer some discounts or promotions to pick up popularity and sales.
The Caliber 8元5 is close to perfection at its price rangeĪs the Seiko community warms up with the SLA021J1 and its revised identifiable marks, it will steadily pick up fans and sales. The SLA021J1 is still an “MM300” in paper and spirit. I felt that this was more of a letdown than an improvement as the Marine Master 300 waffle strap aesthetically looks better.Īnything tagged or identified with the Marine Master branding (but now ironically the lack of it) would be always a hot seller. On why Seiko did this your guess will be as good as mine.Īnother change to the package is that the new Seiko SLA021J1, which sports the same stainless-steel bracelet as the previous SBDX017, but now comes with a black silicone rubber strap instead of the iconic Marine Master 300 rubber waffle strap. But this time around, the SLA021J1 sport the Prospex logo instead of the coveted “Marine Master” that its ancestors had. Same specifications and movement (Caliber 8元5). On paper, the Seiko SLA021J1 is identical with the Seiko Marine Master 300 (SBDX017). The Seiko SLA021J1 is the latest release of the Marine Master series but this time without the “Marine Master” branding on the dial. The Seiko Marine Master series is undoubtably considered the grail for most affordable diver watch lovers.
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