{"product_id":"project-phoenix-ocean-seiko-7548-quartz-diver-turtle","title":"Project Phoenix - Ocean [Vintage Seiko 7548 Quartz Diver Turtle]","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eProject Phoenix Ocean – Vintage Seiko 7548 Diver Hand-Painted Dial Artwork by Dial Artist Matt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eReborn from forgotten time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is the only watch art project that deliberately selects aged and imperfect vintage Seiko watches to transform them into unique \u003cstrong\u003ehand-painted horology artworks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn collaboration with \u003cstrong\u003eMatt\u003c\/strong\u003e — the British hand-painted dial artist based in Shanghai and one of the very few true masters creating authentic artwork directly on vintage watch dials — \u003cstrong\u003eSamurai Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e presents the \u003cstrong\u003eOcean\u003c\/strong\u003e chapter of \u003cstrong\u003eProject Phoenix\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/7639\/5913\/files\/everything_is_good_except_the_japanese_text_please_remove_it_just_keep_the_logo_and_the_english_text_as_most_of_my_client_is_from_the_US_you_can_add_the_word_Ocean_to_it_600x600.png?v=1777688272\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy We Chose This Vintage Seiko Diver for Our Ocean Theme\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhen we discovered this naturally aged \u003cstrong\u003evintage Seiko 7548 Diver\u003c\/strong\u003e, we immediately knew it was destined to become our flagship \u003cstrong\u003eOcean\u003c\/strong\u003e piece. In Japanese horology, no watch better represents the sea than a classic Seiko diver. Its faded Pepsi-style bezel has aged into a deep, moody ocean blue, while the scattered white marks on the insert perfectly resemble bubbles rising after a powerful wave — as if the sea itself had prepped the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe preserved the original dial and let \u003cstrong\u003eDial Artist Matt\u003c\/strong\u003e work his magic. He meticulously hand-painted the dial with the traditional Japanese \u003cstrong\u003eSeigaiha (青海波)\u003c\/strong\u003e wave pattern — “blue ocean waves” — a timeless motif symbolizing peace, good luck, prosperity, and resilient strength. Rising powerfully from the stylized waves is a majestic blue whale mid-leap, painted with sparkling blue pigment that creates stunning depth and makes it pop dramatically off the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is no longer just a vintage Seiko watch. It is a one-of-a-kind \u003cstrong\u003ehand-painted watch artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e — a true piece of \u003cstrong\u003emovable horology art\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/7639\/5913\/files\/IMG_5859_600x600.jpg?v=1777688843\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA unique piece of watch horology art by a real artist \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Seiko 7548-7000 (Black Bezel) is a legendary vintage Seiko diver from October 1981. Launched in 1978 and produced until 1985, it was Seiko’s first mainstream quartz diver, built on the robust platform of the iconic 6309 mechanical diver. Known for its tough construction and reliable performance, the 7548 remains a favorite among vintage Seiko collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInformation about the Seiko 7548\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seiko 7548-7000 (Black Bezel) is a true icon from October 1981. Released in 1978 and produced until 1985, it was Seiko’s first mainstream quartz diver — a groundbreaking model that brought reliable, high-performance diving capability to a wider audience. Built on the robust platform of the legendary 6309 mechanical diver, the 7548A quartz movement is famously over-engineered, sharing many mechanical parts while delivering precise quartz accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker: \u003c\/strong\u003eSeiko\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel: \u003c\/strong\u003e7548-7000 (Black Bezel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra: \u003c\/strong\u003eDec 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Diameter: \u003c\/strong\u003e42 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug to Lug: \u003c\/strong\u003e45 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug Width: \u003c\/strong\u003e22 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mint with original finishes still visible; light daily-use scratches that add honest character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scratch-free original Seiko mineral crystal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial Condition: \u003c\/strong\u003eMatte black in excellent shape with evenly developed warm patina on the lume plots and hands, the dial is hand painted by Dial Artist Matt which is truly a 1 of 1 art piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBezel Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original bidirectional rotating bezel, aged gracefully to resemble bubbles rising to the surface after a powerful wave\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement: \u003c\/strong\u003eNewly serviced 7548A quartz with fresh battery — precise, reliable, and ready for the next chapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater-resistant to 150 meters when new, this diver was designed to withstand the harsh realities of the sea — making it the ideal canvas for our oceanic rebirth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eCreated by \u003cstrong\u003eSamurai Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e in true partnership with \u003cstrong\u003eDial Artist Matt\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece blends Eastern tradition with Western artistry. It is a unique collectible you can wear, admire, and spark conversations about vintage Seiko divers, custom watch painting, and horology art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Phoenix\u003c\/strong\u003e — where forgotten vintage Seiko companions rise again as one-of-a-kind hand-painted artworks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eThe journey continues with Sky and Earth chapters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Samurai Vintage Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50569862185206,"sku":null,"price":859.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/7639\/5913\/files\/ProjectPhoenix7548Oceansquare_3f4e1948-46c5-4737-ba01-cda2e5084dec.png?v=1777729461","url":"https:\/\/thesamuraivintage.com\/products\/project-phoenix-ocean-seiko-7548-quartz-diver-turtle","provider":"Samurai Vintage Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}