Look back at pictures of conflicts from the past six decades, and you are bound to see one thing: Seiko watches on the wrists of military personnel, often on both sides. For the same reasons that the Toyota Hilux and Land Cruisers are commonly spotted in war zones—relatively low cost and legendary reliability—Seiko watches have adorned the wrists of hard men in hard places for decades. But it wasn’t always this way.
In our new episode on the W.O.E. YouTube Channel, we discuss Seiko’s rise among the military and special operations while also identifying key models with close ties to our community.
Enjoy episode eighteen of W.O.E. TV.
Happy Hunting,
-W.O.E.
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While not typically associated with Seiko’s most “operationally famous” models, the Seiko H558 Arnie and its SNJ025 successor are icons in their own right. According to retired Navy SEAL Mark Cochiolo, the last watch he was issued during his time in Gold Squadron was the H558.
Thanks again W.O.E.!
You guys are killing it. Excellent vid on SEIKO. My favorite brand. Please keep up the incredible work.
Excellent vid again. You guys keep killing it. No pun intended. Please keep up the amazing work…..