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Seiko SPB153

Also covers SPB237: the same watch in other colors or straps.

Prospex · Sea. No longer sold new by Seiko US

Video reviews

Seiko SPB153 - 3 Weeks On The Wrist - Hit Or Miss?
THE MAD WATCH COLLECTOR · YouTube
Seiko spb153 Green Willard
Random Rob · YouTube

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Where to buy

New · authorized

No longer sold new by Seiko in the US.

No seller listed for this one yet.

New · grey market (unauthorized)

Often cheaper. Covered by the store’s own warranty, not Seiko’s.

Pre-owned

The main way to buy this one now. Check condition, box and papers.

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Colors and versions (2)

Same case, movement and size; the versions differ in dial color, bezel or strap. Each reference number below is a separate model you can search for.

ReferenceComes onPriceStatusLook at it / buy
SPB153Silicone strap—DiscontinuedeBay · Jomashop
SPB237——DiscontinuedeBay · Jomashop

The basics

Price
Not sold new by Seiko US
See pre-owned options under Where to buy
Size
42.7 mm × 13.2 mm
46.6 mm lug to lug
Strap width
20 mm
Any 20 mm strap fits
Comes on
Silicone strap
Three-fold clasp with secure lock
Water resistance
200 m
Sapphire crystal
Yes
Lume
Hands, markers and bezel
Screw-down crown
Yes
Will it fit my wrist?

Rough rule of thumb from lug-to-lug length (46.6 mm), not a promise. Wrist shape matters; try one on if you can.

How it works day to day

Movement
Automatic, hand-winding
Caliber 6R35, rated +25 to -15 seconds per day
Bezel
Unidirectional rotating
Hacking seconds
Yes
Seconds hand stops when you pull the crown, so you can set the time exactly
Hand-winding
Yes
Power reserve
About 70 hours

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