{"product_id":"seiko-turtle-diver-7s26-0020","title":"Seiko Diver SKX007 \"7S26-0020\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are many vintage Seiko divers popular with collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith good reason, the SKX007 continues to have a tremendous cult following, despite Seiko's odd decision to discontinue these legendary divers in 2019.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design of this 7S26 is classic and simple, with immediate evidence of those that came before it, namely the instantly recognizable Seiko 7002 automatic, 7548 quartz, and even the famous 6309 diver. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SKX automatic movement - the legendary 7S26 - is tough and reliable; during its heyday, it was also popular with various armed forces for this same reason, despite the widely held (false) assumption that military personnel only wear military watches issued to them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSMIL General Norman \"\u003cem\u003eStormin' Norman\u003c\/em\u003e\" Schwarzkopf wore the quartz variant, the Seiko 7548, nearly identical to the SKX, when he routed and then evicted Iraqi forces from Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm, aka the 1991 Gulf War. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: SKX007 \"7S26-0020\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca: 2010's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBracelet: Black rubber strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase Size: 42.5mm x 45.5mm lug to lug\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLug Width: 20mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase Metal: Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovement: 7S26 - Automatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFunctions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date-Day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBox and Papers: No box or papers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal: Hardlex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBracelet size: 7.75”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase is in great shape with only micro wear throughout. Strap has minimal wear. Bezel is free of wear. Dial and hands are free of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of Seiko Watches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeiko's history began in 1881 when Kintaro Hattori opened a watch shop in Tokyo. In 1892, he established Seikosha, a factory for producing wall clocks. The company quickly progressed, creating Japan's first wristwatch, the Laurel, in 1913. Despite setbacks like the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, Seiko persevered, launching its first watch under the Seiko brand name in 1924. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe post-World War II era saw Seiko's rapid growth and innovation. They introduced Japan's first automatic wristwatch in 1956 and launched the prestigious Grand Seiko line in 1960. Seiko achieved international recognition for accuracy in 1968, winning a Geneva Observatory competition.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe company made a name for its divers in 1965 with the introduction of their first professional dive watch, the 62MAS. This was followed by the iconic 6159-7001 in 1968, which was water-resistant to 300 meters. Seiko gained international recognition in 1975 with the release of the 6159-7010, nicknamed the \"Tuna Can\" due to its distinctive case shape. In 1969, they revolutionized the industry with the Astron, the world's first quartz wristwatch, ushering a new era of watchmaking that would send waves across the industry through the 70s and 80s. From its humble beginnings to becoming a global watchmaking giant, Seiko's history is characterized by resilience, technological advancement, and a commitment to precision.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre-Owned","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673977737436,"sku":"250045","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/0214\/4926\/files\/SeikoTurtleDiverSKX007_7S26-0020.jpg?v=1750776377","url":"https:\/\/blacklistwatchestrendy.com\/products\/seiko-turtle-diver-7s26-0020","provider":"Belmont Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}