ARRIVING SOON Seiko Prospex Speedtimer 'Pogue' SSC947P1

In 1969, Seiko introduced the world's first automatic chronograph featuring both a vertical clutch and a column wheel, known as the Seiko Speedtimer. One piece from the initial 6139 Speedtimer series gained fame as the first automatic chronograph to venture into space: in the 1970s, NASA astronaut Colonel William Pogue took this original chronograph on a mission to Skylab, the first US space station. The watch earned the nickname 'Pogue' after its notable wearer. Beneath a curved sapphire crystal lies a vibrant yellow dial, reminiscent of the 6139 original. Faithfully recreating the ‘Pogue,’ the second hand and the subdial minute hand at 6 o’clock are a striking red. With 12 Lumibrite spots on each of the wide vintage-style indices, this Speedtimer is designed for excellent legibility in dark conditions. True to the original design, it features a blue and red aluminum bezel with a tachymeter and a chronometer second scale on the inner dial ring. The bracelet tapers from the lugs to the buckle. This modern version is equipped with a V192 solar chronograph calibre that charges in both natural and artificial light. Accurate to within +/- 15 seconds per month, it boasts a power reserve of 6 months when fully charged.