Seiko 1970 Recreation The Naomi Uemura LE Apocalypse Captain Willard Arctic Polar Panda Marinemaster 200M Men's Watch SLA069J1
This modern re-interpretation of the 1970 mechanical diver’s watch captures the beauty and mystery of the aurora that shines in the polar skies with its delicately textured dial and subtle color gradation. The original watch, worn by the Japanese adventurer Naomi Uemura from 1974 to 1976 when he completed a 12,000km solo dog-sled run from Greenland to Alaska, was a much-respected diver's watch whose design was instantly memorable as well as supremely functional.
Seiko sought to create a new dial inspired by “the aurora that shines in the polar sky.” This kind of poetic description is often reserved for Grand Seiko watches, but Seiko uses it to explain this dial as well. And indeed, the blue gradient of the dial does a beautiful job of living up to its inspiration. But let’s remind ourselves of the beauty of the watch beyond the dial color.
Choosing just one ‘flagship’ dive watch from Seiko’s vast history is impossible, but many will agree that one of their most historically important designs is that of the Seiko 6105, a 150m diver’s watch from 1970. While many Seiko collectors have dubbed reinterpretations of this watch as the Seiko “Captain Willard” for appearing in the movie Apocalypse Now, the Japanese watchmaker instead names the design after its association with Naomi Uemura. Uemura was a Japanese mountaineer who famously wore the Seiko 6105 from 1974 to 1976 during his solo dog sled from Greenland to Alaska. He is also world-renowned as the first person in the world to reach the summits of the five mountains Mont Blanc, Kilimanjaro, Aconcagua, Everest, and Denali. In honour of his ascent up the first mountain, Mont Blanc, Seiko have launched the Seiko Prospex 1970 Diver’s ‘Naomi Uemura’ Limited Edition SLA069J1 watch which neatly replicates the stylings of the Seiko 6105 and pairs it with a new blue and white colourway and mountain-etched dial.
Limited edition of 500pcs. individually-numbered pieces
Made in Japan
Case
Lug-to-lug: 49.3mm
Diameter: 44mm
Thickness: 13mm
Case Material: Stainless steel with "super-hard" coating
Dial Color: Aurora Blue
Indexes: Luminous, at all 12 positions
Lume: Yes, on hands and indexes
Water Resistance: 200 meters
Strap/Bracelet: Stainless steel with "super-hard" coating
Movement
Caliber: 8L35
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Power Reserve: 50 hours
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 vph)
Jewels: 26
Special Box
Prestige is a Seiko Premium Authorized Retailer. This watch is sold with Seiko’s 3-year international warranty.
What’s in the box
Every timepiece sold by Prestige is 100% authentic and brand new. This watch comes with the box, papers, instruction booklet, and warranty card.
Shipping
Free shipping nationwide in the Philippines via LBC Express, or Grab Express for Metro Manila addresses that Grab covers.
Grab Express: Metro Manila only, and only where Grab accepts the delivery. Grab insurance is up to ₱10,000. This watch is priced above that, so a Grab delivery is not fully insured.
Cash on pickup: Available at Prestige stores with no maximum amount, or at LBC Express outlets nationwide up to ₱30,000 per pending order. Check lbcexpress.com for branches open near you.
Shipments are insured up to the carrier’s maximum insurable amount against loss, theft, and damage in transit. Email us if you need the coverage details for your order.
Warranty and returns
Prestige is a Seiko Premium Authorized Retailer, so this watch includes a 3-year international warranty. Keep the warranty card that comes in the box. The 3-year coverage follows that card.
On top of that, Prestige provides its own one-year service warranty on the movement, screws, and push buttons only. That shop warranty does not replace or shorten the 3-year international warranty. The battery (if any), case, bracelet or strap, and any damage from physical abuse are not covered by Prestige’s service warranty.
Contact us within 3 days of receiving the package.
A full refund is given only when the incorrect item was sent.
Returns and items sent in for warranty service must come back in the original box, unused, with all paperwork, parts, and accessories, packed the way they arrived.
The buyer pays the return shipping and any other charges.
We reserve the right to refuse a return where that is needed to protect the seller.
Payment
We accept direct deposit, bank transfer, and card payments. 0% installment plans are available on BDO cards only.
QR code mobile wallet payments are accepted, including GCash, Maya, GoTyme, and QRPH.
Cash is accepted for in-store pickup at any Prestige branch, and for cash on pickup via LBC.
