Vintage Seiko Diver Automatic 6105-8000 Mens Wrist Watch Rare Working Well

1968–1970 Seiko 6105-8000 "Slim Willard" Diver — Stainless Steel

The first of Seiko's 6105 divers, the 8000 is known to collectors as the "Slim Willard" — the symmetrical cushion-case predecessor to the asymmetric 8110 made famous in Apocalypse Now, and considerably scarcer today. The matte black dial features applied square lume-filled markers, a sword hour hand, pencil minute hand, and lollipop seconds hand, with a date window at 3 o'clock beneath domed Hardlex. Powered by the Seiko caliber 6105A automatic, serviced and running well.

Specifications

• Brand: Seiko
• Reference: 6105-8000
• Model: 6105 Automatic Diver ("Slim Willard")
• Year: 1968–1970
• Case: Stainless steel, approx. 41mm (excluding crown), approx. 48mm lug to lug, 19mm lug width, symmetrical cushion case
• Bezel: Bi-directional 60-minute rotating
• Crown: Signed, non-screw-down
• Dial: Matte black with applied square lume markers, sword hour hand, pencil minute hand, lollipop seconds, date at 3 o'clock
• Movement: Seiko caliber 6105A, automatic, 17 jewels, 21,600 vph
• Crystal: Hardlex, domed mineral glass
• Bracelet/Strap: NATO strap; fits approx. 6.75"–7.75" wrist
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date; bi-directional rotating bezel; automatic winding only (does not hand-wind)
• Service History: Recently serviced
• Box/Papers: Not included

Condition

The stainless steel case shows slight scuffs consistent with age. The dial and hands are in good, clean condition. The Hardlex crystal shows some scratches consistent with age, normal for a mineral crystal. The caliber 6105A movement has been recently serviced and is running as it should.

Please note that due to the age of this watch, water resistance is not guaranteed. Avoid all exposure to water, including swimming, showering, and washing hands.

All photographs are of the exact watch being offered and accurately represent its current condition.