An absolute banger of a watch. Incredible value for a great deal!
This is the STEELDIVE SD1972, a homage to the legendary 6105-8110. The one that started it all!
The 6105-8110 is the robust everyman watch with it's reputation for value upon which the Japanese giant built its name. Produced from 1968 to 1977, the 6105 is considered the most iconic vintage dive watch by many horologists of today- you can still see the influence in modern watches today with the 4 o'clock crown and cushion-shaped case.
During the Vietnam War, U.S. troops were known to buy the 6105-8110 at Post Exchanges on military bases in Southeast Asia. Many were worn through combat and made their way back to the U.S on the wrists of services members after their tours were complete.
In 1979 the film 'Apocalypse Now' was released, the character Captain Willard (Martin Sheen) famously wears a 6105-8110 throughout the film. This combination of history and film nostalgia is one of the main reasons the 6105 has become so popular.
STEELDIVE have re-created the 6105-8110 by bringing together the iconic design with modern materials and reliability. The STEELDIVE SD1972 still retains it's Japanese nostalgia by using a Seiko NH36 automatic movement- considered an extremely reliable, accurate and hard-working workhorse. Furthermore, extremely scratch resistant Sapphire Crystal Glass and a Ceramic Bezel insert ensures the SD1972 retains its charming looks for years to come.
ABOUT THIS ITEM
Inspired by Martin Sheen’s character "Captain Willard" in the Vietnam war movie "Apocalypse Now".
Project code: SD1972 V2
Brand name: STEELDIVE
Movement model: Japan NH36
Movement type: Fully automatic mechanical movement
Movement features: 3 pins/calendar, frequency 21600 times per hour (3Hz), stop second device, two-way automatic winding, 24 stone, 41 hours of energy storage.
Case material: 316L stainless steel
Case length: 47.70mm (upper and lower total length)
Case thickness: 13.30mm (including mirror, bottom cover)
Case lug: 22.00mm
Weight: 208 g (including stainless steel strap)
Luminous features: Swiss super luminous
Bezel material: Ceramic
Mirror features: Synthetic sapphire, calendar magnifier
Crown type: Screw-in screw lock crown
Crown size: 7.00mm (diameter)
Mirror size: 32.00*3.10mm (diameter * thickness)
Bezel size: 39.00*32.20*1.20mm
Dial size: 29.30*29.00*28.00*0.40mm
Pointer size: 7.50*12.00*12.00mm
Waterproof level: 200m waterproof/dive
| Style | Diver |
| Case Size | 44 mm |
| Vintage | No |
| Band Type | Rubber strap |
| Case Colour | Silver |
| With Manual/Booklet | Yes |
| Department | Men |
| Department | Teens |
| Department | Unisex Adults |
| Department | Young Adult |
| Max Wrist Size | 8.5 inches |
| Model | SD1972 |
| Movement | Mechanical (Automatic) |
| Band/Strap | Bracelet |
| Band Material | Rubber |
| Case Thickness | 14 mm |
| Brand | STEELDIVE |
| Strap Material | Rubber |
| Strap Material | Stainless Steel |
| Case Material | Stainless Steel |
| Lug Width | 20 mm |
| Strap Width | 20 mm |
| Band Color | Black |
| Closure | Buckle |
| Year Manufactured | 2010-Now |
| Reference Number | SD1972 |
| Case Color | Silver |
| Caseback | Screwback Case |
| Gender | Men's |
| Original Packaging Description | With Box, Instruction Booklet & Warranty Card |
| Complications | Date Indicator |
| Country/Region of Manufacture | China |
| Strap Colour | Black |
| Indices | 12-Hour Dial |
| Indices | Non-Numeric Hour Marks |
| Bezel Type | Unidirectional Rotating |
| Face Color | Black |
| Display | Analog |
| Type | Wristwatch |
| Features | Day/Night Indicator |
| Features | Sapphire Crystal |
| Features | Screwdown Crown |
| Features | BGW9 Lume |
| Features | Ceramic Bezel |
| Features | Seiko NH35 Movment |
| Features | 200M Water Resistant |
| Bezel Colour | Black |
| Customised | No |
| Water Resistance | 200 m (20 ATM) |
| With Papers | Yes |
| Dial Colour | Black |
| With Original Box/Packaging | Yes |
| Case Finish | Brushed |
| Watch Shape | Round |