1966 Seiko Diver ref. 6217-8001 '62MAS'

What We Fancy

The 62MAS was Seiko’s first-ever professional dive watch released. This is a rare earlier example dating to 1966 with the seldom-seen original large crown.

Brand: Seiko

Model: Reference 62-17-8001 62MAS ‘Big Crown’

Case: 37mm wide (excluding crown), 46mm tall, 13mm thick, all stainless steel, screw-down case back, original jumbo signed crown, original domed plexiglass crystal, serial 600xxxx Oct ‘66

Movement: Seiko cal. 6217A, automatic, recently serviced

Bracelet/ Strap: Noir Italian Lambskin (MSRP: $65), 19mm lug width

Features: Original dark grey sunburst dial, large raised baton hour markers, baton handset, paddle seconds hand, quickset date, domed crystal, outer rotating divers bezel, screw-down case back, signed crown, applied logo, circa 1966

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In excellent original condition. The dial is great with no major defects such as blemishes or discoloration. The lume has been stabilized in the past but is mostly original tritium. The crystal is original with some minor scratches. The case is fantastic with no polishing and no major dents or scratches. Just some normal smaller superficial scratches in areas. the movement has been serviced and keeps excellent time when tested.

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