The Seiko Pogue is one of the most iconic vintage chronographs ever made, with a story that blends innovation, space history, and accessible design. Introduced in 1969, it was part of Seiko’s groundbreaking 6139 lineup—among the world’s first automatic chronograph movements, competing with Swiss and Zenith counterparts during the race to develop self-winding chronos.
What truly sets the Pogue apart is its connection to space. In 1973, NASA astronaut William Pogue wore his personal Seiko 6139 during the Skylab 4 mission, making it the first automatic chronograph—and the first Seiko—to travel to space. This wasn’t an official NASA-issued watch, which only adds to its charm and cult appeal.
Visually, the Pogue stands out with its bold yellow dial, “Pepsi” bezel, and utilitarian layout—equal parts tool watch and 1970s statement piece. Mechanically, the Seiko 6139 movement introduced features like a column wheel and vertical clutch, innovations that are still respected today.
Ultimately, the Pogue is special because it democratized cutting-edge watchmaking while quietly becoming a spacefaring legend.
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Citizen Custom V2 (Ref. 4-722256 TA) (41mm; Automatic)
Seiko Panda Chronograph (Ref. 312888/6138-8020) (41mm; Automatic)
Seiko (Ref. 0D2568/6139-6002) (41mm; Automatic)
Seiko Helmet (Ref. 738323/6139-7100) (41mm; Automatic)
Seiko 5 251353 (Ref. 4207-00C0 A4) (24mm; Automatic)
Favre Leuba Duomatic (Ref. 59993 RM) (35mm; Automatic)
Ricoh (Ref. Unknown) (36mm; Automatic)
Seiko 5 Japan TBC (Ref. 7S26-02E0 A4) (38mm; Automatic)
Vostok Amphibian Manual (Ref. 021496) (40mm; Automatic) (Ultra Rare)
Lanco (Ref. 35605) (39mm; Automatic)
EDOX Mylady Dater (Ref. Unknown ) (24mm; Automatic) (Rare)
Seiko 5 162906 (Ref. 6309-5300 K) (36mm; Automatic)
Seiko 5 061315 (Ref. 6309-5300 k) (36mm; Automatic)
Seiko Hi Beat 19 Jewels 252514 (Ref. 7006-7090) (38mm; Automatic)
Seiko Sports Rally Chronograph (Ref. 6139-7002) (40mm; Automatic)
Pulsar By Seiko Chronograph (Ref. V657-X018) (42mm; Quartz)
Casio 3157 Twin Sensor (Ref. SGW-100) (48mm; Digital Quartz)
Casio RARO Speed Trainer (Ref. STR-1000 936) (43mm; Digital Quartz)
West End Sowar Prima Subsecond (Ref.Unknown) (35mm; Manual)
Seiko 5 Cushion 601001 (Ref. 6119-5490) (37mm; Automatic)
Daniel Jean Richard (Ref. 25016) (39mm; Automatic)
Porsche Design (Ref. 6600.41) (39mm; Quartz)
Enthusiast Pack / Audio Technica AT-LP60X + Edifier R1280DB Speakers / Stereo Turntable Package
Audio-Technica AT-LP120X USB BK Direct-Drive Professional Turntable [Plug & Play]
Audio-Technica AT-LP70X Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable