1977 Seiko 6139-6002 Automatic Chronograph "Col. Pogue"
1977 Seiko 6139-6002 Automatic Chronograph "Col. Pogue"
For vintage Seiko fans, it doesn't get any more iconic than the "Pogue." After purchasing his own 6139 at an exchange on base, Col. William Pogue trained for 6 months with his trusty new companion strapped to his wrist. It proved a trustworthy and reliable tool throughout rigorous simulations, and so was taken along side his NASA issued Omega Speedmaster Pro when he began his actual mission aboard Skylab. It was not only now the first automatic chronograph to leave our atmosphere, but would forever be associated with Col. Pogue and his place in the history of horology. This example from June of ‘77 is exemplary. The deep, golden yellow dial has only two very small blemishes and the original luminous material on the hands and markers shows no degradation in color. The rotating inner bezel is a vivid yellow, and the tachymetric bezel shows only minor wear in a rich metallic red and blue. The case is unpolished crisp, and the original finishes are still intact. Attached to the "H" link bracelet, it is complete, and ready to amaze.
Original Seiko "H" Link Bracelet in Stainless Steel
Serviced 7/18/18