Introducing the Seiko “Land Tortoise,” a Diver with a Compass Bezel
When Seiko introduced a new line of Alpinists earlier this year without compass bezels, lots of enthusiasts who strongly associate that extremely niche feature were likely disappointed to lose it. Even if it?s not particularly useful on a day to day basis (for most of us), it has a certain charm to it, and appeals to folks who might simply want something different from your run of the mill dive bezel. Well, compass bezel fanatics rejoice, as Seiko has introduced a line of watches they?ve dubbed the ?Land Tortoise? (yes, that?s an official Seiko sanctioned nickname) with a diving profile and a bezel fit for all of your orienteering needs.Â
The Land Tortoise line consists of four new watches in stainless steel. The SRPG17 has a black dial with gilt accents, the SRPG13 has a taupe dial with a green and gray bi-color bezel, and the SRPG15 has a classic blue dial with a blue and gray bezel. There?s also the SRPG18, which has a rose gold coating and feels a bit blingy for a watch dubbed the Land Tortoise, but maybe that?s just me.Â
The case profile strongly resembles other recent Seiko divers, with a pronounced cushion case and a Willard-like crown guard arrangement. These appear to be just a bit sleeker than the SPB153 and its derivatives, with a case measuring 42.4mm and a slightly less asymmetric appearance from the top down. The handset appears at least partially borrowed from the Monster line, so this one feels like a mix and match of Seiko hits of the pas...
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