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Timeless depths: A 60-year tribute to the iconic diver's watch

Diving deep into its storied heritage, Seiko celebrates 60 years of dive watch excellence with the launch of three bold new additions to its iconic Prospex line

Published May 21, 2025 10:22 am
Japanese watchmaker Seiko is making a splash with three new Prospex creations honoring the 60th anniversary of its very first diver’s watch, originally introduced in 1965. To mark this major milestone, Seiko Philippines held a pop-up exhibit from May 16 to 18, 2025, at SM Megamall’s Fashion Hall, spotlighting both new timepieces and the brand’s legacy in underwater watchmaking.
The showcase walked visitors through Seiko’s historic innovations in dive watches, from Japan’s first 150m diver’s watch in 1965 to the world’s first quartz diver’s watch for saturation diving in 1978. It also highlighted the 1986 breakthrough—the world’s first ceramic diver’s watch with 1000m water resistance, which further solidified Seiko’s role as a pioneer in professional-grade diving tools.
Timeplus Corporation president and CEO Karl Dy, Wil Dasovich, Timeplus Corporation vice president Raissa Dy-Yam, and Timeplus Corporation vice president for Marketing Edric Dy
Timeplus Corporation president and CEO Karl Dy, Wil Dasovich, Timeplus Corporation vice president Raissa Dy-Yam, and Timeplus Corporation vice president for Marketing Edric Dy
Among the special guests celebrating this milestone were Wil Dasovich, video creator and freediving enthusiast, and Mikee Reyes, sports analyst and content creator. Both showed their support for the brand, highlighting how Seiko’s dive watches bridge the gap between rugged adventure and everyday lifestyle.
SLA081
SLA081
Leading the anniversary lineup is the SLA081, a standout from Seiko’s flagship Marinemaster series. Limited to just 600 pieces, it’s engineered for saturation diving with 600m water resistance, a one-piece titanium case, and a deep blue gradient dial inspired by the deep sea—or “shinkai” in Japanese. It is powered by the new Caliber 8L45, offering a 72-hour power reserve, enhanced durability, and precision of +10 to -5 seconds per day.
SPB511 and SPB509
SPB511 and SPB509
Completing the trio are the SPB511 (silver dial) and SPB509 (blue GMT dial), both echoing the designs of Seiko’s iconic 1965 and 1968 diver’s watches. Each features 300m water resistance, upgraded clasps for easy adjustment, and Caliber 6R movements—the latter with independent GMT functionality. Both models are limited to 6,000 pieces worldwide.
Further strengthening Seiko’s reputation for real-world performance, the SLA081 is set to accompany the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC) on an upcoming Arctic research mission in 2025.
For more on Seiko’s 60th anniversary diver’s collection, visit Seiko Boutiques or follow Seiko Philippines on social media.

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