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Captain Willard SPB183

Name: Seiko Captain Willard SPB183
Brand: Seiko
Availability: InStock

42.7mm

Low $799

Median $849

High $997

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The Seiko Captain Willard SPB183 puts a blue dial and bezel into one of Seiko’s most recognizable diver silhouettes: the broad, asymmetric case descended from the 6105. That shape is the reason to want one—the crown tucked behind its protective shoulder, the rounded flanks, and a footprint that wears more comfortably than its width suggests.

The nickname comes from the vintage Seiko worn by Captain Willard in Apocalypse Now; this modern interpretation belongs to the generation introduced in 2020. The SPB183, also known by its Japanese reference SBDC123, marked the 55th anniversary of Seiko’s first diver, with blue providing a distinct alternative to the regular black and green versions. When choosing an example, pay attention to bezel-marker alignment and ask how its 6R35 runs on the wrist: real-world rate variation is worth understanding before committing.

MovementAutomatic

Caliber6R35

Case MaterialStainless Steel

Case Size42.7mm

Water Resistance200m