Does everyone know? The limited edition watch launched by Seiko for Shohei Otani this time is not only grand in design, but also perfect in function! What is unique about this Prospex Diver Scuba watch? Let’s take a closer look!
A new sporty feel for Seiko watches
As a well-known Japanese watch brand, Seiko not only launches mechanical watches with various complex functions and high-end materials, it also has a good performance in sports watches, especially its Prospex series, which has always been very popular among watch fans. Not long ago, Seiko launched a new Prospex Diver Scuba Otani Shohei limited edition watch for Shohei Otani. Let us take a look at it today.
The design and functionality of Shohei Ohtani’s limited edition watch
This new Prospex Diver Scuba Otani Shohei limited edition watch model is SBEJ023, with a diameter of 42 mm and a thickness of 12.9 mm. The case is made of fine steel and has been treated with black super-hard coating. It has 200 meters of waterproof performance. Such parameters are undoubtedly a qualified diving watch. The color and design elements of this watch also fully reflect the team characteristics of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the overall design enhances the sporty atmosphere of this watch.
Design details that pay tribute to athletes
As for the dial, SBEJ023 has a 24-hour scale ring on the dial flange to ensure that day and night are clearly distinguishable. Ohtani Shohei’s jersey number “17” is engraved on the “17” scale and is marked in red. This design is undoubtedly a tribute to Ohtani Shohei. The words “SHOHEI OHTANI LIMITED EDITION” are printed on the back of the watch, highlighting its limited edition status.
Internal movement and power reserve
It is worth mentioning that this SBEJ023 watch uses the 6R54 automatic movement. This movement not only has date, date rapid adjustment and GMT functions, but also has a 72-hour power reserve to ensure that the watch can operate normally when not being worn.
Clever use of color and materials
From the front, this watch uses a black dial with a blue second hand and a red GMT hand. The red ring under the GMT hand is used to indicate the 24-hour scale, which can be quickly adjusted by adjusting the crown. This color scheme not only enhances the readability of the watch, but also adds a touch of sportiness to it.
Market launch of two limited edition watches
In addition to this SBEJ023, Seiko also launched an SBEJ025 for Shohei Otani, which uses a white dial with a red second hand and a blue GMT hand, which also has good readability and appreciation. Both of these Otani Shohei limited edition watches use black super-hard coating and sapphire crystal mirror, which not only improves the durability of the watch, but also increases the viewing quality.
Summary: Not only a timing tool, but also an inheritance of sports spirit
These two new Prospex Diver Scuba Ohtani Shohei limited edition watches are not only a timing tool, but also an inheritance and tribute to the spirit of sports. Seiko is able to launch such thoughtful watches for Otani Shohei, I believe it is also because he is extremely popular in both Japan and the United States.
These two new watches will be launched on February 7, 2025. SBEJ023 is limited to 1,700 pieces, and SBEJ025 is limited to 500 pieces. The official price is 330,000 yen, equivalent to about 15,300 yuan.
These two Otani Shohei limited edition watches really perfectly combine sportsmanship with Seiko craftsmanship and deserve the attention of every watch fan. What do you think of this watch? Are you planning to buy one? Welcome to share your views with me in the comment area, and don’t forget to like and support!