The build quality and design layouts of Seiko’s early Pulsar offerings is undeniable. They present a real opportunity to acquire top quality Seiko engineering at Pulsar’s bargain prices… for now. We’d urge you to set aside any notion of its present day entry level offerings, and discover the sweet spot of the vintage market that is early 80’s Pulsar. If you’re still not convinced, consider this 100m Sport Diver from October of 1978. The Pulsar Y513 movement is nearly identical to the Seiko 7546 housed in the first quartz sport divers Seiko ever produced. Built on the 6309 platform, it’s a rock solid performer that’s built to last, and nearly 40 years later, is still incredibly reliable. Unable to say no to a great Arabic dial, the split Jersey font on this matte green/black dial couldn’t be passed up. It’s framed by a wide and steep deep green chapter with long minute hashes, and the bi-color hands add great contrast. The asymmetrical case has oversized crown guards with deep cutaways, and long, sharply tapered lugs. The crown and case back both screw down securely, and the unpolished case still sports its original circular pattern brushed finish. It’s completely original aside from a replacement mineral crystal, and we’ve paired it with a tropic style strap that gives it a period fit and finish. The Y513 is keeping perfect time post service, and a new battery has been installed. If an affordable vintage diver with a military feel is what you need, this one is up to the task.

CNS “Tropic Sport” Style Olive Drab Composite Rubber Strap

Serviced 3/15/22

Diameter- 38mm

Lugs- 20mm