Prospex 200M Diver Scuba Solar Blue Ref. SBDJ061

Prospex stands for "Professional Specification" for Seiko and alludes to the premium quality that is characteristic of the brand. Noted for their reliability and durability both on the drylands and in the ocean, Seiko's solid dive watches have wowed countless dive watch collectors over the years. The Seiko Prospex 200m Diver Scuba Solar Blue SBDJ061 is the latest addition to the series.

Seiko Prospex 200M Diver Scuba Solar Blue Ref. SBDJ061

The stainless-steel case has a thickness of 11.3mm, a diameter of 41mm, and a lug-to-lug measurement of 48.8mm. With such dimensions, the watch wears slim and versatile on the wrist, where most can enjoy. The distance between lugs is 20mm, making the whole watch proportionate and well balanced. Mixture of satin brush and Seiko high polishing on the sides can be seen on the whole watch, giving it great definition and shows attention to details. Finishing off with both screw-down crown at the 3 protected by crown guards, this is a well-done case featuring great details that Seiko are known for.
 
The highlight of the Seiko has got to be the two-tone steel bezel. Watches with Pepsi bezels remain a popular choice among collectors. The SBDJ061 is no exception. The Pepsi bezels got its name for having the same colors as the storied brand: red and blue. Seiko's dive watches with their thrilling pepsi bezels remain sought-after timepieces by enthusiasts. This model's Pepsi dive bezel rotates unidirectionally with 120 clicks and features a red tone for the first 15 minutes, with the rest of the bezel coated in blue.

Seiko's solar caliber V157

Moving on to the dial, the SBDJ061 clads a sober matte dark blue dial that provides a great base for legibility at any point in time. Diving further into the dial, the shade of blue is incredibly dark, so much so that it looks black at most times if not under certain lighting conditions to bring out the blue. Dials like this brings true the saying that there is much more that meets the eye. To further enhance readability, Lumibrite is coated generously on its hands, index(es) and bezel. With a date complication at the 3, balanced by Seiko logo at the 12 and prospex at the 6, this ensures clear legibility with great spacing and details.
 
The Prospex Diver Scuba is powered by Seiko's solar caliber V157, and when fully charged, has a 10-month power reserve as well as an accuracy of ±15 seconds per month. This timepiece contains an overcharge prevention function as well as a quick-start function for easy usage. With a screwed down case back featuring Seiko's tsunami logo, this watch allows for 200m of water resistance.

Seiko's Lumibrite needs no introduction

This timepiece also has a matching 20mm satin brushed stainless steel bracelet and a three-fold clasp with secure lock with a push button release that clads an extender.
 
With the appealing red and blue color scheme dive watches like the SBDJ061 would not fade into oblivion anytime soon. Certainly, this solar watch offers a value proposition to Seiko's dive watch collection. Overall, it is an amazing piece from Seiko with great detail and design that is close to heart for many Seiko collectors.

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