There are many vintage divers popular with collectors – like this full-serviced late 1984 Seiko 4205-0516 "Pepsi" women’s diver here – is one of these. With good reason, Seiko continues to have a tremendous cult following around its dive watches.
The design of the 4205 is classic and simple, with immediate evidence of those that came before it, namely the instantly recognizable Seiko 7002 automatic, 7548 quartz, and even the famous 6309 diver – it would be succeeded by the instantly recognizable SKX and its ubiquitous 7S26.
Seiko released the 4205 it two iterations – the Pepsi bezel insert variant here, or the black variant. Both featured a hand wound, automatic movement with a quick set date complication, albeit non hacking. Seiko produced the 4205 from the late 1970s through 1992, and its automatic movement is tough and reliable.
This Seiko diver comes with an aftermarket stainless-steel bracelet, nylon strap, rugged travel case, and springbar tool.
1984 Seiko 4205-0156 "Pepsi" Automatic Diver
DIAL: Black Seiko-signed dial with matching hands; originals replaced with correct handset. Lume remains bright, following exposure to strong light.
BEZEL: Pepsi bezel insert in good condition, with some wear, bezel ratchets in both directions, as designed, with a click.
CASE: Stainless-steel case measures 38mm (w/crown) x 42mm, and remains in good condition. Matching signed caseback.
CRYSTAL: Hardlex crystal, scratch-free.
BAND: Seiko-signed stainless-steel bracelet, which will fit up to an approx. 8.50-inch wrist. This 4205 also comes with a black nylon strap.
MOVEMENT: 17-jewel Seiko 4205B mechanical automatic movement, manufactured in November 1984; technical specs here. We have performed a full service on this 4205 diver.
CROWN: Unsigned stainless-steel screw-down crown.