Vintage Seiko 6119-8300 Rally Diver: 1970s Motorsport-Inspired Dive Watch
VINTAGE SEIKO 6119-8300 RALLY DIVER | DRIFTING YELLOW SECOND HAND
The Vintage Seiko world never ceases to amaze with its daring designs. This Sports 5 6119-8300 Rally Diver is a prime example—a 1970s marvel that fuses motorsport heritage with dive-ready functionality. Who else but Seiko would pair a racing-inspired checkerboard bezel with a tool watch? Their iconic "Why Not?" spirit shines here.
ICONIC SEIKO DESIGN
The Vintage Seiko Rally Diver gets its name from the bold checkered bezel, echoing the black-and-white finish flags of vintage motorsport. The faded blue-and-silver checker pattern extends to the inner minute track, creating a cohesive racing aesthetic. Adding to the charm is the bright yellow seconds hand, designed to mimic a rally car’s dashboard timer as it sweeps across the dial.
SEIKO 6119-8300 AUTOMATIC MOVEMENT
At its core beats the Seiko 6119 automatic movement—a robust, 21-jewel engine known for precision and hacking functionality. This workhorse movement ensures your Vintage Seiko Rally Diver isn’t just a head-turning piece, but a reliable daily companion.
TIMELESS SEIKO CRAFTSMANSHIP
The Sports 6119-8300 Rally Diver boasts a sunburst deep blue dial with subtle "70m" water resistance text, balancing sporty elegance and practicality. While Seiko reissued this design in 2024 (references SPRK65/SPRK67), the original Vintage Rally Diver stands apart with its slim, cuff-friendly case profile—a hallmark of 1970s Seiko ergonomics.
Seiko 6119-8300 Rally Diver NEAR-MINT CONDITION
This Vintage Seiko Rally Diver retains its factory-brushed case finish and original Hardlex crystal, with only light wear on the bezel. Paired with a rally-style leather strap, it honors its motorsport roots while offering timeless versatility.
Specification:
Maker: Seiko
Model: Seiko 6119-8300 Rally Diver
Era: 1969 Mar
Case Diameter: 39 mm
Lug width: 19 mm
Case Condition: Mint case with original brush finishing still on the cash. The watch crystal is original and perfect
Dial Condition: Clean matte blue dial with checkerboard stile hour marker and luminous markers and a sharp yellow second hand
Crystal: Original Crystal no scratch
Movement: 6119 automatic movement running smoothly and have just serviced
Overall Condition: This Seiko 6119-8300 Rally Diver is keeping amazing time and feels mint and sharp even after 50 years of history.
It comes with its original bracelet & a tailor rally strap we tailormade for the watch!