Land Mechanical GMT Limited Edition SPB411

The new SPB411 features a modest 38.5 mm-wide case, similar to the vintage original’s 38 mm. The dial also closely adheres to the original in both general design and specific details. It adopts the grey “sun-ray” dial, as well as the baton indices and hands, including the distinctive red GMT hand with stubby, equilateral triangle tip. Even the lettering on the bezel remains true to the vintage original.

The only difference lies in the dial printing, where it lacks the Navigator Timer branding and other details. However, fortunately, the latest version does not overwhelm the dial with excessive logos, such as the Prospex logo, preserving the restrained and retro look and feel of the dial. 

Inside the watch is the cal. 6R54, which builds upon the cal. 6R35 by adding a GMT hand. As a result, it maintains a 72-hour power reserve, but the local hour hand cannot be set in one-hour increments. Instead, the 24-hour hand can be adjusted in one-hour increments.

Landmaster 30th Anniversary Limited Edition SLA071

Instead, the new SLA071 has been upgraded with a more nuanced dial and movement. The dial displays a gradient blue hue that deepens towards the edges, and it also incorporates a subtle pattern that adds depth to its visual appeal. The blue tone is nicely complemented by the inclusion of a gilt logo and seconds hand, which was not part of the original design.

Lastly, the movement inside is the cal. 8L35, essentially a simplified version of the earlier Grand Seiko 9S movement, specifically the cal. 9S55. Consequently, it offers a 50-hour power reserve, which falls slightly short of the modern norm of three days. However, this does not detract from the fact that it is a robustly engineered movement.

Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical GMT Limited Edition SPB411 specs and price

Seiko Prospex Land Landmaster 30th Anniversary Limited Edition SLA071 specs and price