Seiko
1967 Seiko Diver 62MAS (Ref. 6217-8001) "Big Crown"
Founded in 1881, Seiko is a favorite brand among many watch enthusiasts and the historic Japanese timepiece manufacturer produces watches that occupy an incredibly wide range of different styles and price points. Seiko has a rich history of innovation and the company is famous for producing everything from rugged mechanical dive watches to advanced, high-accuracy quartz models and everything in between.
This Seiko ref. 6217-8000, more commonly known as the 62MAS, is the very first Seiko dive watch ever produced and it occupies an incredibly important role within the brand’s overall history Within two shot months the small crown of the 8000 was replaced by the famous "Big Crown" of the 6217-8001. First launched in 1965, the Seiko 62MAS was the brand’s original debut in the underwater world, and it served as the foundation for countless other Seiko dive watches that would be released during the years that followed. With its utilitarian appearance, highly legible dial, and clean case shape without crown guards, the Seiko Diver 62MAS embodies everything that we love about early dive watches.
| Stock # | SKO62MAS-4 | |
| Brand | Seiko | |
| Style | Diver "62MAS" | |
| Model | 6217-8001 | |
| Serial | 76XXXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Dial | Grey | |
| Millimeters | 37 | |
| Bracelet | 2pc Rubber Tropic Strap |
CASE & BRACELET
The case retains strong dimensions throughout, with thick lugs that retain factory finishing and exhibit minimal signs of previous use and polishing. The original bezel remains deep black in coloration with light signs of honest use shown, the pearl does appear to be a service replacement. The case retains its original large Seiko-signed crown. The case back retains all of its original factory markings along with the Dolphin logo remaining very prominent. The watch comes supplied on a 2pc rubber tropic strap.
DIAL & HANDS
The deep grey sunburst dial is truly impressive and exceptionally well-preserved, showing no damage and only nominal elements of age. The lume features a characteristic green coloration that is expected for the 62MAS, under U.V. light inspection no degradation is present in the lume plots. The original luminous hands match the dial perfectly and display no degradation when inspected under U.V. light.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is running and functioning correctly, previous service history is unknown.