Seiko Silverwave Seikomatic 50m J12082

Seiko Silverwave Seikomatic 50m J12082

Seiko Silverwave Seikomatic 50m J12082 Introduced in 1961, Seikos original Silverwave series of watches were the precursor to the now famous 6217-8001 divers watch. Whilst the Silverwaves weren’t true dive watches they were pitched squarely at the recreational diving industry as can be gleaned from the packaging, they came in a clamshell type presentation container inside a cardboard box adorned with underwater scenes and a diver. They came with two different depth ratings, the later Sportsmatic versions had a 30m rating with a snap on caseback whilst the Seikomatics were rated at 50m wi

Why It Matters

Seiko Silverwave Seikomatic 50m J12082 continues to generate interest among collectors and enthusiasts. According to thewatchbloke.co.uk, the development reflects broader trends in the watch industry.