{"product_id":"seiko-1966-sealion-diashock-seikomatic-8305-1010","title":"Seiko - 1966 Sealion Diashock Seikomatic 8305-1010","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWHAT WE LOVE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSeiko Seikomatic Sealion Ref. 8305-1010\u003c\/span\u003e from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1966\u003c\/span\u003e is a fascinating example of Seiko’s mid-century innovation, produced during a period when the brand was rapidly advancing its automatic watchmaking capabilities. Positioned within the Seikomatic range, this model reflects a step up in refinement and technical ambition compared to standard Seiko offerings of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe case proportions are classic at 37mm in diameter and it is complemented by a clean silver dial with applied indices and a practical \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003edate display\u003c\/span\u003e. Subtle vintage details — from the handset to the dial printing — give the watch a warm character that collectors of 1960s Seiko pieces appreciate. It is mounted to a handmade lizard strap by Jean Richard's of France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWHAT'S INSIDE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eInside beats the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSeiko Calibre 8305\u003c\/span\u003e, an automatic movement from Seiko’s early generation of higher-grade calibres. Featuring \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDiashock protection\u003c\/span\u003e for improved durability, the movement was designed to withstand everyday wear while maintaining stable timekeeping. Serviced March 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFIVEFORTYFIVE SIX MONTHS \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWARRANTY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53238179266833,"sku":"24235","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/5332\/7960\/files\/Seiko-1966-Sealion-Diashock-Seikomatic-8305-1010242351-6.jpg?v=1773878483","url":"https:\/\/fivefortyfive.nz\/products\/seiko-1966-sealion-diashock-seikomatic-8305-1010","provider":"FiveFortyFive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}