Seiko Sport Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph SRQ043

Seiko has announced a new product that succeeds its historic chronograph launched in 1969. Speedtimer is the brand’s first mechanical automatic chronograph caliber 6139 equipped with a column wheel and vertical clutch mechanism, and is now one of the representative products of the Prospex (Korean release name: Seiko Sports) line. I pinned it Following the launch of several models last year to commemorate the brand’s 140th anniversary, this year, we’re adding new color variations to expand your choices.

It is presented in a stainless steel case with a diameter of 42.5mm and a thickness of 15.1mm, and even the case and bracelet are treated with super-hard coating, a unique surface hardening process, so that a certain level of scratch resistance can be expected. The front glass uses dual curved (dome-shaped) sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating on the inner side, contributing to the distinctive classic impression.
On the blue dial with a vertical hairline brushed finish, only the seconds (3 o’clock) and minute (9 o’clock) counters are treated with silver snails, giving the overall a light and sporty impression. Like the previous work, the charcoal gray dial version (SRQ037), indexes and logos were not stamped, but each side was processed and attached to bring out a three-dimensional feeling. In addition, the inside of each index and the hands are coated with a white color luminous paint (Lumibrite) to ensure readability even in the evening, and on the flange, you can check the tachymeter scale that can measure the average speed of a specific section. The color of the dial and the accented details of the hands related to the chronograph function further accentuate the look of the original 1969 Seiko 5 Sport Speedtimer model.
The movement is equipped with an in-house automatic chronograph caliber 8R46 with column wheels and a vertical clutch (frequency of 4 Hz, power reserve of approximately 45 hours). Continuing the design of the existing stable 8R series, the escapement was processed very precisely with MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical System) based on advanced semiconductor wafer manufacturing technology, just like that of Grand Seiko, to increase operational stability and accuracy. I did. You can enjoy the unique automatic chronograph movement through the see-through case back, and the case waterproof up to 100m makes it relatively comfortable to wear in everyday life.
The new Seiko Sport Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph (Ref. SRQ043) continues to be released as a regular model rather than a limited edition, and will be available in select Seiko boutiques and official retail stores worldwide from September. You will also receive an additional interchangeable calfskin strap with your purchase of the replica watches. The official retail price is 3,200 Euros (EUR) in Europe.