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Seiko Prospex Alpinist Ginza 140th Anniversary Limited Edition SPB259J1
Seiko Prospex Alpinist Ginza 140th Anniversary Limited Edition SPB259J1
MLCW Collector's Take: The 'Ginza' Alpinist. The cobblestone dial pattern is unique to this anniversary edition. One of the most sought-after dials of recent years.
Seiko Prospex Alpinist Ginza 140th Anniversary Limited Edition, model number SPB259J1 (or SBDC151 in Japan). This timepiece was released to commemorate 140 years since the founding of Seiko in the Ginza district of Tokyo.
Key Features
• Dial Design: The watch features a distinctive blue-grey dial (known as 'Komparu-iro') with an intricate "cobblestone" pattern, inspired by the first paved Western-style streets in Ginza. The color changes between blue and green depending on the lighting.
• Movement: It is powered by the automatic Caliber 6R35 movement, which offers a substantial power reserve of approximately 70 hours.
• Case and Bracelet: The watch has a 38.0mm diameter stainless steel case and bracelet, featuring a curved sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating.
• Water Resistance: Designed with outdoor use in mind (part of the Prospex line, combining 'Professional' and 'Specifications'), it boasts a water resistance of 200 meters.
• Limited Edition: This model is a limited edition, with only 3,500 pieces available worldwide, and includes "LIMITED EDITION" inscribed on the case back.
About Midlife Crisis Watches
Midlife Crisis Watches (MLCW) is, first and foremost, a collector at heart. This storefront is a personal project dedicated to moving pieces from my private collection that aren't getting the wrist time they deserve. Because this is a fun, personal endeavor rather than a large commercial enterprise, please keep the following in mind:
• Content & Pricing: While I aim for accuracy, details or prices may occasionally need updating. Please contact me directly to confirm availability or discuss the latest price.
• Pictures: These are 100% accurate. I personally photograph every single watch listed on the site.
• Straps: The watch comes as pictured ("what you see is what you get"). However, I believe the right strap makes the watch! I have a personal collection of straps and am happy to discuss substituting or adding a strap, often for a nominal fee or even for free.
• Shipping: I ship watches the way I want to receive them. Your watch will be packed in a plastic "watch coffin" for maximum crush protection, with the dial and buckle wrapped in protective film. I typically ship via FedEx, UPS, or USPS. Shipping costs are passed through to the buyer. If you have your own shipping account, I am happy to use it. Please note: Insurance is mandatory for any shipment valued over $250.
• Payment Options: I prefer PayPal, Venmo, or Bank Wire. If you are located in the Boston or New York City areas, I am also open to cash transactions and in-person pickups.
• Boxes & Papers: Because many of these pieces were sourced via JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) sellers across Asia, full retail packaging is rare. Most will arrive in a generic black Seiko box. Note that Seiko has largely stopped shipping printed product brochures to save costs and protect the environment; these can be found easily on their website.
• As-Is Condition: What you see is what you receive. All watches leave my hands in full working order. Please note that I cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen, or transit-damaged items once they have shipped.
• Returns: Unless explicitly agreed upon prior to the sale, I cannot accept returns. Once the watch leaves my home, the transaction is considered final.
• Transparency & Contact: I am happy to provide videos, FaceTime chats, or detailed emails for any watch. As I have a full-time job, live video calls (FaceTime) generally need to be scheduled for the evenings.
• Why Am I Selling?: I am a collector, not a flipper. I currently have over 120+ watches, and I am simply consolidating to fund the next "grail" on the list. These watches deserve to be worn, not sit in a box!
Seiko Prospex Alpinist Ginza 140th Anniversary Limited Edition SPB259J1
MLCW Collector's Take: The 'Ginza' Alpinist. The cobblestone dial pattern is unique to this anniversary edition. One of the most sought-after dials of recent years.
Seiko Prospex Alpinist Ginza 140th Anniversary Limited Edition, model number SPB259J1 (or SBDC151 in Japan). This timepiece was released to commemorate 140 years since the founding of Seiko in the Ginza district of Tokyo.
Key Features
• Dial Design: The watch features a distinctive blue-grey dial (known as 'Komparu-iro') with an intricate "cobblestone" pattern, inspired by the first paved Western-style streets in Ginza. The color changes between blue and green depending on the lighting.
• Movement: It is powered by the automatic Caliber 6R35 movement, which offers a substantial power reserve of approximately 70 hours.
• Case and Bracelet: The watch has a 38.0mm diameter stainless steel case and bracelet, featuring a curved sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating.
• Water Resistance: Designed with outdoor use in mind (part of the Prospex line, combining 'Professional' and 'Specifications'), it boasts a water resistance of 200 meters.
• Limited Edition: This model is a limited edition, with only 3,500 pieces available worldwide, and includes "LIMITED EDITION" inscribed on the case back.
About Midlife Crisis Watches
Midlife Crisis Watches (MLCW) is, first and foremost, a collector at heart. This storefront is a personal project dedicated to moving pieces from my private collection that aren't getting the wrist time they deserve. Because this is a fun, personal endeavor rather than a large commercial enterprise, please keep the following in mind:
• Content & Pricing: While I aim for accuracy, details or prices may occasionally need updating. Please contact me directly to confirm availability or discuss the latest price.
• Pictures: These are 100% accurate. I personally photograph every single watch listed on the site.
• Straps: The watch comes as pictured ("what you see is what you get"). However, I believe the right strap makes the watch! I have a personal collection of straps and am happy to discuss substituting or adding a strap, often for a nominal fee or even for free.
• Shipping: I ship watches the way I want to receive them. Your watch will be packed in a plastic "watch coffin" for maximum crush protection, with the dial and buckle wrapped in protective film. I typically ship via FedEx, UPS, or USPS. Shipping costs are passed through to the buyer. If you have your own shipping account, I am happy to use it. Please note: Insurance is mandatory for any shipment valued over $250.
• Payment Options: I prefer PayPal, Venmo, or Bank Wire. If you are located in the Boston or New York City areas, I am also open to cash transactions and in-person pickups.
• Boxes & Papers: Because many of these pieces were sourced via JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) sellers across Asia, full retail packaging is rare. Most will arrive in a generic black Seiko box. Note that Seiko has largely stopped shipping printed product brochures to save costs and protect the environment; these can be found easily on their website.
• As-Is Condition: What you see is what you receive. All watches leave my hands in full working order. Please note that I cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen, or transit-damaged items once they have shipped.
• Returns: Unless explicitly agreed upon prior to the sale, I cannot accept returns. Once the watch leaves my home, the transaction is considered final.
• Transparency & Contact: I am happy to provide videos, FaceTime chats, or detailed emails for any watch. As I have a full-time job, live video calls (FaceTime) generally need to be scheduled for the evenings.
• Why Am I Selling?: I am a collector, not a flipper. I currently have over 120+ watches, and I am simply consolidating to fund the next "grail" on the list. These watches deserve to be worn, not sit in a box!