Seiko marks 60th anniversary of diver’s watch with exclusive timepieces

The waviest Prospex model of all times

By Nathan S.R Published March 7, 2025

Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Professional Seiko Diver's Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition — Seiko

The 1965 Heritage Diver is turning 60 this year, and this is a call for a celebration. What better way to celebrate the Prospex model than a new, modern 60th-anniversary version? Well, how about three?

The first watch, the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Professional Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition, was inspired by the diver’s watch that debuted in 1968 and one unveiled in 1975. Just like the 1975 timepiece, it features an L-shaped gasket to prevent helium infiltration, which eliminates the need for an escape valve.

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Powered by the Caliber 8L45, it features Seiko’s proprietary alloy Spron, which is designed for durability. It has a thinner, longer mainspring, which provides 72 hours of power reserve. The dial has a feature that can be found on all three new watches: a wavy, textured dial reminiscent of the sea.

This limited-edition watch will be available in July. Some 600 timepieces will be made and will cost $4,600.

Seiko's Prospex Heritage Divers — Seiko

The other two watches, ref SPB511 and ref SPB509, share the wave mark design — one in silver and the other in blue. The first is reminiscent of Seiko’s first diver’s watch in 1965, while the other was inspired by the 1968 diver’s watch.

The silver-colored watch is powered by the Caliber 6R55, while its blue counterpart is powered by the GMT Caliber 6R54. Both have a power reserve of 72 hours and both are water resistant to 300 meters.

Since this is the 60th anniversary, the number will be capped at 6,000 pieces each. The GMT will retail for $1,750 while SPB511 will retail at $1,400. They will be available for purchase in June.

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Killer tribute: Seiko’s Jaws Turtle honors Spielberg’s masterpiece

Seiko celebrates cinema's greatest shark with commemorative Turtle diver watch

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Seiko has unveiled a special tribute to one of cinema's most influential films with the Prospex Jaws 50th Anniversary Limited Edition, marking half a century since Steven Spielberg's masterpiece revolutionized Hollywood and invented the summer blockbuster.
The collaboration with Universal Pictures transforms Seiko's beloved "Turtle" diver into a sophisticated homage to the 1975 film that terrified audiences and changed the movie industry forever. Limited to 5,000 pieces, the commemorative timepiece (ref. SRPL81) will be available in July 2025 for $795.
First introduced in 1976 as reference 6306, just one year after Jaws terrorized audiences, Seiko's "Turtle" earned its nickname from the distinctive cushion case that resembled a turtle shell. The watch established Seiko's reputation in the dive watch space during the brand's golden era of the 1970s.
This commemorative interpretation maintains the Turtle's fundamental DNA while incorporating subtle dial graphics to honor the film. The 45mm stainless steel case features a 47.7mm lug-to-lug measurement and 13.2mm thickness, staying true to the modern Turtle's proportions.
Within its ceramic bezel insert, the dial showcases bold graphics with a gradient effect that transitions from silver to blue, representing the ocean's surface. An embossed shark silhouette lurks beneath, visible at certain angles but not immediately obvious. Like Spielberg's approach, the diver suggests the threat rather than showing it outright.
The blood-red Jaws logo at 6 o'clock, matching the red second hand tip, provides the only direct movie reference on the dial face. Positioned where it won't interfere with legibility, it maintains the watch's status as a functional tool. Chunky indices and hands coated in LumiBrite ensure visibility underwater, while the day-date display at 3 o'clock features Seiko's signature cyclops lens magnification.
Powering this commemorative piece is Seiko's 4R36 caliber, an automatic movement with hand-winding capability that's become a fan favorite in the enthusiast community. With 24 jewels, 41-hour power reserve, and hacking seconds function, it represents solid middle-tier Japanese engineering.
The real treat appears on the caseback, where a laser-engraved image of Quint's boat, the Orca, pays homage to one of cinema's most memorable characters, portrayed by Robert Shaw. Each watch features its specific edition number out of 5,000 pieces engraved on the caseback.
The watch arrives on a dark blue silicone strap and comes in a commemorative collector's box featuring the movie's iconic poster. The 200-meter water resistance and screw-down crown ensure this tribute piece can handle real diving duties.
The Seiko Prospex Jaws 50th Anniversary Limited Edition will be available through authorized Seiko dealers starting July 2025.

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Tudor honors cycling legend with yellow Pelagos tribute watch

Tudor celebrates cycling champion's Tour de France with exclusive timepiece

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Tudor announced the release of its Pelagos FXD Chrono "Yellow," a limited edition watch honoring Swiss cycling legend Fabian Cancellara as he returns to the Tour de France after nearly a decade away from the sport's most prestigious event.
The 300-piece collection celebrates Cancellara's remarkable Tour de France legacy, where he wore the race leader's yellow jersey for 29 days and claimed eight stage victories during his professional career. The watch serves as both tribute and talisman as Cancellara transitions from retired champion to team owner of Tudor Pro Cycling Team.
"Every child has heroes; someone they look up to. For me, it was the Tour that produced those heroes," Cancellara said in a statement. "This was where my personal heroes were formed."
Cancellara last competed in the Tour de France in 2016 before retiring shortly after. His return to the race in 2025 marks a significant milestone, not as a competitor but as the leader of a team he conceived just three years ago.
The limited-edition timepiece reflects Tudor's partnership with professional cycling and its ambassador's storied career. Number 7 of the collection has been reserved for Cancellara, matching his signature racing number.
Known for his prowess in time trials and one-day classics, Cancellara emerged as an international cycling star after his breakthrough performance in the 2004 Tour de France prologue. His career trajectory from relatively unknown rider to global cycling icon mirrors the evolution of his current team.
"The pain is temporary, but the memories from this race last forever," Cancellara noted, reflecting on the challenges and rewards of professional cycling.
The Pelagos FXD Chrono "Yellow" features Tudor's signature diving watch design adapted for cycling professionals, incorporating elements that reference the iconic yellow jersey worn by Tour de France race leaders.
Tudor Pro Cycling Team, under Cancellara's direction, represents his vision of nurturing the next generation of cycling talent. The limited-edition watch symbolizes both his past achievements and future aspirations in the sport.
The timepiece will be available through select Tudor retailers, with each of the 300 pieces individually numbered.

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Zenith’s summer dream watch ends epic Surfer collaboration

Zenith and Time+Tide complete surfer trilogy with white ceramic masterpiece

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Zenith and Time+Tide have completed their celebrated "Surfer Trilogy" with the release of the Defy Skyline Skeleton White Surfer Ceramic, marking the third and final collaboration between the Swiss manufacturer and the Australian watch media company.
The 100-piece limited edition follows the success of previous collaborations: the micro-blasted titanium Defy Classic Skeleton Night Surfer in 2021 and the Defy Skyline Skeleton Night Surfer El Primero in 2023. Both earlier releases sold out quickly, establishing this partnership as one of the watch industry's most successful ongoing collaborations.
The new White Surfer Ceramic maintains the signature blue gradient openworked dial concept that appears across all three editions while introducing a fresh summer aesthetic. The 41mm white ceramic case offers scratch resistance and ultra-light comfort, making it suitable for beach activities with 10 ATM water resistance.
"With this third chapter in our collaboration, we're not just continuing a story, we're elevating it," said Benoît de Clerck, CEO of Zenith. "Each edition has deepened our creative dialogue, and this new release is the boldest expression yet of what we can achieve together."
The timepiece features a gradient blue dial that transitions from darker blue at the top to light blue at the bottom. The bridges adopt Zenith's five-pointed star design filled with Super-LumiNova, a feature previously seen only in the original Night Surfer model.
Powering the watch is the skeletonized automatic El Primero 3620 SK caliber, rendered in matching blue tones. The high-frequency movement beats at 5Hz and offers approximately 55 hours of power reserve. Its 1/10th second hand is driven directly from the escapement, maintaining Zenith's chronograph heritage.
"There's a huge risk in trying for a trilogy when the first two collabs have been so popular," noted Andrew McUtchen, founder of Time+Tide. "But when we saw the prototype of an 'inverted' Night Surfer, in brushed white ceramic, we just had to make it happen."
The watch includes both an integrated white ceramic bracelet and a white patterned rubber strap. Zenith's quick strap-change mechanism allows tool-free switching between options, enhancing versatility for different activities.
The Defy Skyline Skeleton White Surfer Ceramic represents a significant departure from the darker titanium finishes of previous collaborations, embracing a lighter, summer-focused aesthetic while maintaining the technical excellence that defined the series.
The limited edition will be available through Time+Tide, authorized Zenith retailers worldwide, and Zenith's physical and online boutiques. Given the rapid sellout history of previous Surfer editions, collectors are expected to act quickly when the watch becomes available.
With this release, Zenith and Time+Tide conclude what has become one of the most successful ongoing collaborations in contemporary watchmaking, spanning four years and three distinct timepieces that redefined collaborative watch design.