Seiko’s original 6106-8100 kicked off what has become a rich and storied history of light sport divers. For collectors, they continue to top the list of desired acquisitions, especially as availability continues to plummet. The follow up to the 8100, the 8589, was a natural evolution in design, and is a first cousin to the famous 6119-8460 worn by NASA director, Gene Kranz during the Apollo missions. Sharing a case with the Kranz model, the 8589 is an otherwise unique model, as the chevron dial was the only design to go virtually unchanged from the previous iteration. It features a bright cobalt blue dial with a sunburst finish and glossy lacquer top, and this example from January of ‘71 is as good as it gets. So named for its distinct hour markers, each is a large split chevron of luminous material, with the exception of the 12, 6, and 9 which have squared corners. A mouthwatering even khaki patina has developed throughout that only enhances the contrast against the dial, and framing it all is a baby blue block minute track with silver hour markers between. The hands are large batons with matching luminous and a bright polished finish, and a slender sweep counts off the seconds. The case is a sloping barrel with chopped, chunky lugs and coin edge bezel. The insert is a sandblasted silver “count up” with none of the fading typically seen with this style. The hacking 6106 features a quick set for both the day and the date, and post service, its keeping near perfect time. It is unpolished and completely original aside from a replacement crystal, and we’ve paired it with a black “tropic” for a period fit and finish. A rare and historic piece of Seiko sport diver history, this one is sure to be a “go to” again and again.

CNS “Tropic” Black Composite Rubber Strap

Serviced 11/9/21

Diameter- 38mm

Lugs- 19mm