The new Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Pogue tributes the legendary space chronograph

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  • Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
  • In Seiko's storied past, no watch captures that enthusiast spirit better than the Pogue Speedtimer chronograph. Famous for its Pepsi bezel and shining golden dial, the model has become a cornerstone of vintage Seiko collecting, and often serves as proof that the prospective owner has now gone past the enthusiast point of no return. So what better colourway to use for the next version of the popular Seiko Prospex Speedtimer chronograph? Originally released in 2021 in a panda variant, before getting a diameter bump and some colourful, 6139-adjacent bezels, the Prospex Speedtimer Pogue SSC947 finally gets the most revered Seiko colour scheme of them all.
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    Brand - Seiko
    Model - Prospex Speedtimer
    Reference - SSC947
    Case Dimensions - 41.4mm (D) x 13mm (T) x 45.9mm (LTL)
    Case Material - Stainless steel
    Water Resistance - 100 metres
    Crystal(s) - Sapphire front
    Dial - Sunburst yellow
    Lug Width - 21mm
    Strap - Three-link steel bracelet, folding clasp
    Movement - V192, solar chronograph
    Power Reserve - 6 months on full charge
    Functions - Hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph, date, overcharge protection, 24-hour hand, power reserve
    Availability - October 2024
    Price - US$700, A$1,100
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 130

  • @targaflorio3239
    @targaflorio3239 Місяць тому +23

    Just found the next watch for my collection. History. Retro flare, And Solar. All wrapped in Seiko reliability, Magic!

  • @AccessDeniedCloudStrike20001
    @AccessDeniedCloudStrike20001 10 днів тому +2

    Original is cool. The remake is fantastic. Can’t wait to pick one up. 👍

  • @WristwatchWorkshop
    @WristwatchWorkshop Місяць тому +40

    As a fellow Seiko fanboy, I don't know if anything could possibly do justice to the original, but I'm thrilled they're trying.

    • @Timeandtidewatches
      @Timeandtidewatches  Місяць тому +8

      Often the book is better than the movie. The original is so coveted a 1:1 revival would obviously be welcome, but to bring Pogue flavour into this collection is a welcome addition as well.

    • @redletterl78
      @redletterl78 Місяць тому +3

      Yeah, I think this is an excellent watch in its own right. Gives a flavour of the old, while being part of a modern line of Seiko chronographs.

    • @Area_man115
      @Area_man115 9 днів тому

      @@TimeandtidewatchesWith the lack of horns on the case, this isn’t in the same continent, let alone anywhere within a rumor of 1:1. Since they didn’t bother with any flare on the dial, they could have hidden the huge solar arrays beneath the dial. The black ring matches the solar arrays, though, which is a plus for some.
      If any of these transgressions matter, look only to Detroit Mint for a non-cynical tribute.

  • @samnova450
    @samnova450 2 дні тому

    I just received this watch today from Japan. For me I know this is not a true “Pogue” watch, but I love the color of the dial. If Seiko released a true mechanical “Pogue” replica, I’m sure that would cost allot more. For me this is my first Chronograph and will enjoy for a long time.

  • @glennhaley7404
    @glennhaley7404 Місяць тому +9

    Got an original Pogue and I’ll be getting one of these, love it. It’s a re-imagining, a nod to the original, and not trying to recreate it.

  • @bigfish786
    @bigfish786 Місяць тому +11

    An automatic version would probably be 4 times the cost, so this solar quartz means it’s affordable to all. I will definitely be getting one to add to my collection, and maybe an original if I can find one.

    • @Timeandtidewatches
      @Timeandtidewatches  Місяць тому +2

      Totally agree - and with vintage Pogues still being somewhat affordable, getting a modern and (much) more expensive version would feel odd.

  • @edteach3r
    @edteach3r Місяць тому +8

    I own the vintage 6139, which I bought from its first owner 15 years ago. I adore the watch, particularly the fact that any mechanical parts can still be sourced by my venerable Seiko watchmaker in North Vancouver, Hisao Yokota. Nonetheless, it is becoming more challenging to wear frequently as it is irreplaceable, so I would love a newer version… but this is too far from it to scratch that itch.

  • @hanscombe72
    @hanscombe72 15 днів тому +1

    I think it’s a very nice bit of Seiko fan service. Gold, red and blue? Stunning! But that 24 hour hand? Pointless!

  • @aimanhamouda3183
    @aimanhamouda3183 Місяць тому +3

    I’ve preordered one, can’t wait to get my hands on it

  • @rustisamust9079
    @rustisamust9079 Місяць тому +1

    I always lusted after the original Pogue seeing it in catalogues as a kid. This modern reinterpretation is great imho. Definitely getting one. Seiko seem to be on a big roll with their heritage recreations/reinterpretations.

  • @garyshepherd9226
    @garyshepherd9226 Місяць тому +15

    Pre-ordered one - its the closest to a Pogue I am going to get.

    • @Area_man115
      @Area_man115 9 днів тому

      Check out Detroit Mint’s effort. Much better and more gettable.

  • @JM-os9yd
    @JM-os9yd Місяць тому +2

    Love it looks great, a very practical everyday watch.

  • @MrMcGuy
    @MrMcGuy Місяць тому +1

    I'm buying one. Honestly I love vintage watches, but as an amateur watchmaker there is a LOT of expense involved in buying coveted vintage watches and keeping them running. This is all of the utility, class, purpose and look plus technology rolled into one and it will be available soon. Honestly it's like being able to go back in time and buy a vintage car of your dreams, but with a new, reliable engine and no work required. I'm sold. Side note, I have two Seiko watches and both watches get wrist time regularly. There is something extremely hard to put into words about Seiko's design. Simply put, it is stellar, and you will look at your Seiko over and over again throughout the day. It's like they've figured something out about design like Rolex has. There is just something about certain watches that look 'right'.

    • @Area_man115
      @Area_man115 9 днів тому

      This is a 2002-2005 Ford Thunderbird quality of tribute/homage/re-imagining. An approach by Seiko equally parts tone deaf and cynical, yielding a product with none of the art and grace of the original.

  • @nimai0108
    @nimai0108 Місяць тому +1

    If they make an automatic version of this. It will be an instant buy for me.

  • @thewatchg.o.a.t.9157
    @thewatchg.o.a.t.9157 Місяць тому +4

    Bring back the real OG. We know you can do it; you've done it with the Seiko 5 Sports 55th Anniversary Limited Edition.

  • @retardinho5048
    @retardinho5048 Місяць тому +2

    Such an awesome watch!
    Sapphire crystal and Solar make it a reliable grab and go watch. No fiddly movement, no setting time date, no expensive maintenance. Just wear and enjoy.

  • @davidrosenblum2178
    @davidrosenblum2178 Місяць тому +2

    Oh man, I might have to spring for that... I've said it before: if Seiko added an independent adjustment to that 24-hour subdial (pusher in the case maybe?) they'd have a GMT killer on their hands.

  • @milanbaros2005
    @milanbaros2005 14 днів тому

    I was gonna buy the white version, but this is cool as. Loving the Pepsi outer dial.

  • @miked.5962
    @miked.5962 18 днів тому

    Love it! There’s some great quartz options out there these days. Already got plenty of automatics.

  • @MrKkramme
    @MrKkramme Місяць тому +1

    Good video and watch. Clever homage 🎉❤

  • @Minniemoo2025
    @Minniemoo2025 Місяць тому

    Always had my eye on these solar speedtimers but none of the colourways spoke to me. This one certainly does - what a combo. On preorder….

  • @LabofmusicRecords
    @LabofmusicRecords Місяць тому +5

    I mean it looks awesome :)

  • @mgraham1996
    @mgraham1996 17 днів тому

    Really nice watch, just collected mine and they’re sold old pretty much everywhere where I live now. I like it because it’s quite different colour wise to anything else in my collection.
    I don’t see it as anything other than retro coloured watch, I’m not gonna get excited about it replicating or even paying tribute to the original, it’s just a nice new watch👍🏻

  • @peteratherton897
    @peteratherton897 Місяць тому +2

    I love a small seconds sub dial but, I think the new version is nicer, I agree with you about the date tho, I think 3 sub dials is enough for any dial, whatever the size 👍

  • @stevenbird1431
    @stevenbird1431 Місяць тому +2

    Awesome watch, looks great and for the money you can’t go wrong!! My dad has an original version but doesn’t keep great time…… great episode 👍

  • @ultimaetsolder
    @ultimaetsolder Місяць тому +1

    Beautiful

  • @bertnet69vintagewatches99
    @bertnet69vintagewatches99 Місяць тому +15

    how can we draw a parallel between this and the real 6139-60XX ! INCREDIBLE!☠️

    • @deskdiverdanny
      @deskdiverdanny Місяць тому +1

      Yeah man, wow! The marketing is getting off the rails.

  • @nickcutting4556
    @nickcutting4556 Місяць тому

    Absolutly love this, think I will be buying one :)

  • @ThorfinnSkullsplitter-fz7ff
    @ThorfinnSkullsplitter-fz7ff 8 днів тому

    I have an origianl Pogue. A great piece. It's also been referred to at a 'Pepsi' Seiko or a 'Vietnam' Seiko.
    This I can take or leave. Not crazy about the quartz movement.

  • @davidcrandall4958
    @davidcrandall4958 Місяць тому

    Back in the day,I I wanted a Mustang so my Dad found me a Maverick that was Green Metal flake with a Racing stripe painted down the middle! Thats what this "Solar Pouge" is,A Maverick painted to look like like a Mustang!

  • @GG727
    @GG727 7 днів тому

    Love the pogue color scheme but would have preferred an automatic.

  • @stevenwatchenthusiast
    @stevenwatchenthusiast Місяць тому +3

    I really hope seiko brings affordable mechanical chronographs just like they have gmts. I think a lot of people would be interested in having this.

  • @BoleDaPole
    @BoleDaPole 26 днів тому

    Very cool video, I really don't like this watch but I will buy one to support the channel 👍 you do good work and is very important to share this knowledge withh others bless you sir 😀 👍

  • @gianpakasa
    @gianpakasa Місяць тому +3

    Not my cup of tea but i appreciate the efforts. Me, I'd probably go for the Coke one as in my opinion there are not enough, good, Coke watches in the market nowadays

  • @JS-ev4xc
    @JS-ev4xc 21 день тому

    The design and colour of the original Pogue is somehow cannot be surpassed, no matter how many inspired models Seiko launches. May be Seiko should just come out with the exact copy of Pogue.

  • @reighbh13
    @reighbh13 Місяць тому +4

    sod it, I am getting one, I have a non Pogue 6139 but its too fragile these days, this speedtimer is perfect for what I need (which is another watch :) )

  • @dvpemberton
    @dvpemberton 27 днів тому

    It's a shame the solar sub dials couldn't be a similar colour to the dial.

  • @ilmostro16
    @ilmostro16 Місяць тому +3

    Folks remember, this watch is not a reissue of the 1973 Pouge. That’s just journalists making the comparison. Seiko does not claim it has anything to do with that watch. It’s just a classic Seiko colorway.

    • @robertstevens819
      @robertstevens819 29 днів тому +1

      Actually, Seiko did originally list the watch as being a 'Pogue', in both the title and the description, though subsequently removed all references to the name...

  • @nikolastojadinovic2534
    @nikolastojadinovic2534 Місяць тому +10

    Pogue has become a color not a watch...

    • @Timeandtidewatches
      @Timeandtidewatches  Місяць тому +1

      It’s perhaps Pogue pantheon rather than Pogue revival

  • @alvinalcantara7319
    @alvinalcantara7319 Місяць тому +1

    please review the grand touring version of this thanks!

  • @vktravellog1242
    @vktravellog1242 Місяць тому

    Wow I may have to get one although I vowed to never purchase another seiko ever 😂

  • @c_hahahaha
    @c_hahahaha Місяць тому +2

    sick serial number @4:04

  • @keesketsers5866
    @keesketsers5866 13 днів тому

    Seiko never called this a Pogue watch. The internet did.

  • @ConradSharp-kt9yt
    @ConradSharp-kt9yt Місяць тому

    Mines on order 😅

  • @zillsburyy1
    @zillsburyy1 Місяць тому +3

    they brought it back?

  • @fungus70
    @fungus70 7 днів тому

    Maybe it should be made with 2 sub dials by removing the 24 hour display. Dial will be less cluttered.

  • @dannyfree1120
    @dannyfree1120 Місяць тому +2

    I've got the panda and adore it. This pogue just ain't working

  • @RubyisCute
    @RubyisCute 20 днів тому

    I own 4 watches, two casio duro's and two seiko 5's so I am not really a fan boy or watch enthusiast, and I think the old version looks way better.

  • @Shooterpirat
    @Shooterpirat 25 днів тому +1

    I think it's cool. Can't understand all the negativity here.

  • @georgecchouchlias2965
    @georgecchouchlias2965 6 днів тому

    And for space?

  • @Rob954ever
    @Rob954ever Місяць тому +3

    Calling this watch "The Pague" is just a lie. Call a Spade a Spade. It's a SPEED TIMER.😏

    • @simong6855
      @simong6855 Місяць тому +1

      Good job nobody is calling it the “Pague” then 🤣😂🤣

    • @Rob954ever
      @Rob954ever Місяць тому

      @@simong6855 You're welcome.

    • @davidcrandall4958
      @davidcrandall4958 Місяць тому

      It's a maverick painted like a Mustang!

  • @torstenscamper5528
    @torstenscamper5528 Місяць тому +6

    why solar again??? i want a speedtimer in 41 mm in automatic. under 1500 euros. please
    has seiko no automatic chrono in the lower range? the original was an automatic, too.

    • @Swiss_Army_Knife1780
      @Swiss_Army_Knife1780 Місяць тому

      Thank you!!!
      Finally some reason concerning the price of an automatic Seiko chronograph!!!
      If the Pitzmann 3 can cost less than $1500, then Seiko can too.

    • @dado380
      @dado380 Місяць тому

      @@Swiss_Army_Knife1780You do know that Pitzman is in red on every sold watch,just iconic 8r 46 costs more than 850$.

    • @torstenscamper5528
      @torstenscamper5528 Місяць тому

      @@Swiss_Army_Knife1780 yes but i am a customer too. and i wait for it;) 2500 3000 for a seiko chrono would be too much for me. but seiko is a manufacture company. this must he possible. i don't really lije three arm watches...

    • @deskdiverdanny
      @deskdiverdanny Місяць тому

      If they have its gonna be at least 18mm thicc. :D

    • @Swiss_Army_Knife1780
      @Swiss_Army_Knife1780 Місяць тому +1

      @@deskdiverdanny
      The Pitzmann 3 is 13.5 mm thick.
      I own one.

  • @danadian9514
    @danadian9514 Місяць тому

    Should I get one? Hmmmm

  • @edjack1993
    @edjack1993 Місяць тому

    Would have been nice if they’d sent you one with a working movement…

  • @darrenfry4695
    @darrenfry4695 Місяць тому

    They at least should of made it automatic, if seiko would of done that they'd have one awesome watch on there hands .

  • @jroobz
    @jroobz Місяць тому +1

    Why cant seiko make affordable automatic chronographs anymore?

    • @gmshadowtraders
      @gmshadowtraders Місяць тому

      Maybe the original design got lost? They'd have to do an Omega, and completely rebuild one from scratch.

    • @keesketsers5866
      @keesketsers5866 16 днів тому

      Because they are expensive to make. Only a very few chronographs still exist. Pretty much all mass produced chrono's are based on the valjoux or the breitling b01. The rest uses a normal movement with a Dubois Depraz chrono add-on, making the movement very thick and hard to service. It's not gonna happen at Seiko.

    • @gmshadowtraders
      @gmshadowtraders 15 днів тому

      @@keesketsers5866 if Omega can do it with the 321, trust me Seiko can.

  • @Monkeyboy2457
    @Monkeyboy2457 27 днів тому

    If only it had a minute and an hour counter, or a 1/10 second counter and a minute counter like the awesome Seikos from the 80's. If the 24 hour dial could be independently set it could act as a GMT dial. The unadjustable 24 hour dial that runs in lockstep with the hour hand is useless. I can tell if it is am or pm without help from a watch.

  • @k-pax8704
    @k-pax8704 Місяць тому

    Price?

  • @CATARINOVICTOR
    @CATARINOVICTOR Місяць тому

    maybe an jubilee bracelet will go bettet look

  • @creato938
    @creato938 Місяць тому +3

    It really feels Seiko is being extra lazy lately, i'm a fan of the Pogue but that just a Speedtimer re-skinned.

  • @11Khalid11
    @11Khalid11 Місяць тому +1

    I actually like the design better but this is definitely not a recreation of the original.

  • @clo2715
    @clo2715 Місяць тому

    Why only $5,000?

  • @aleksandarmarkovic4992
    @aleksandarmarkovic4992 Місяць тому

    If the original astronaut watch was from Rolex the price would have gone through the roof, insted it went dow the drain

    • @PepRex
      @PepRex Місяць тому

      I dunno...a 70 dollar watch that sold for 5k is pretty good, no?

  • @Boggsy.
    @Boggsy. Місяць тому

    Are they going to bring this to the 39mm case, too?

  • @eddieluvski4499
    @eddieluvski4499 Місяць тому +1

    I guess Solar is nice, but i wish they would have made it automatic like the original. The "purist' wont be happy. LOL!

  • @stevens1041
    @stevens1041 Місяць тому +2

    Solar? What blasphemy is this? Seiko needed to make this an automatic. Besides that, I'm into the styling on it. Story time: my first wrist watch ever was a cheap Seiko solar model chrono, I think about 300 dollars (long time ago). After not charging for a long time, I couldn't revive it. Put me off solar forever.

    • @LimitedWard
      @LimitedWard Місяць тому +1

      Did you attempt to service it before tossing? All watches require servicing eventually. Guessing the capacitor needed replacement.

    • @stevens1041
      @stevens1041 28 днів тому

      @@LimitedWardmost likely the point of failure, yeah. I had it five years at the very most.

  • @kanab22
    @kanab22 Місяць тому

    It appears to be broken

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Місяць тому

      its a media watch. Very often they are blocked movements.

  • @starndustone
    @starndustone Місяць тому

    Not too bad but i prefer my original 6139 pogue ! Maybe the next ! They can do it. Here it's just a try !

  • @adrianomazzanti497
    @adrianomazzanti497 Місяць тому +2

    This is a compleately unnecessary watch, a caricature of the original I would say

  • @flow2tech
    @flow2tech Місяць тому +50

    What an absolute embarrassment to the original.

    • @xekret
      @xekret Місяць тому +4

      Agreed.

    • @redletterl78
      @redletterl78 Місяць тому +12

      Would you honestly have expected a 1:1 recreation?!

    • @flow2tech
      @flow2tech Місяць тому +9

      @@redletterl78 uh yes pretty damn close actually..Look at the recreation of the Seiko navigator GMT...Thing is nearly bang on and absolutely sick! ..So yes- I expect that..

    • @jamesblonde2271
      @jamesblonde2271 Місяць тому

      yeah, basically. 😊

    • @LimitedWard
      @LimitedWard Місяць тому +16

      Willing to bet Pogue would have opted for a solar Chrono if they existed back then.

  • @ultrasonicradiation
    @ultrasonicradiation Місяць тому

    Great watch for children

    • @r7coo
      @r7coo Місяць тому +4

      So I guess you have already ordered yours ?

    • @ultrasonicradiation
      @ultrasonicradiation Місяць тому

      @@r7coo I already have a panda version of this watch.

  • @rad7595
    @rad7595 Місяць тому +1

    Pitzman builds a chrono with a Seiko 8R48, column wheel, vertical clutch. ($1500 retail!) Seiko gives us another bastard child. Corporate dweebs slap a gold dial on an existing model and say "goodn'uff". I want a modern re-release of the Pogue. Comparing this to the 6139 Pogue is sad. What a joke...I'm sure they'll sell a lot of them.

  • @dark_antihero
    @dark_antihero Місяць тому +1

    Too big

    • @PepRex
      @PepRex Місяць тому

      What? It's a normal size.

  • @Area_man115
    @Area_man115 6 днів тому

    Too much vocal fry! Unlistenable. Adios.

  • @davidward5225
    @davidward5225 Місяць тому

    Meh

  • @elwynjones-xf2zr
    @elwynjones-xf2zr Місяць тому

    I’ve just had one delivered, so looks like I’m the first on here to comment with one actually in my hand, had a Quick Look and it’s being returned. Noooooo waaaaay is this watch worth £600 it’s a £150 watch at best. Looks like any of the cheap Seiko watches they sell in crappy low end high street stores in the UK. The date window is minute and not even framed, the case is cheap looking, no proper finished surfaces just cheap shiny rubbish , the clasp is poor with hardly any micro adjustment, I can guarantee if you buy one you will look at it and instantly regret it and realise it’s a cheap cheap crappy watch for the money. I’m done with Seiko, they are playing on the cult status some of their past success stories and ripping us off with cheap finished, average offerings, at three times their worth. The Orient Mako chronographs are way way better value than these and a third of the price.

  • @gmshadowtraders
    @gmshadowtraders Місяць тому +1

    It is a disgrace to the 6139! But i would still get one lol