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.
Citizen Custom V2 (Ref. 4-722256 TA) (41mm; Automatic)
Seiko Golden Panda Chronograph (Ref. 6138-8020) (41mm; Automatic)
Seiko Jumbo Chronograph Very Rare (Ref. 6138-3002) (41mm; Automatic)
Time Retro By Xlake (Ref. Unknown) (41mm; Manual)
Louis Erard x Konstantin Chaykin Le Régulateur (Ref. 85248AA89.BGA091) (39mm; Automatic)
Allwyn (Ref. Y381-8060) (36mm; Automatic)
Oris 3261 Dater Mint Condition (Ref. 018044) (37mm; Automatic)
Tressa Laser Beam TV Dial White Strap (Ref. 186) (36mm; Automatic)
Ricoh Sakura XL (Ref. Unknown) (38mm; Automatic)
Marcel & CIE (Ref. Ref Unknown) (25mm; Manual) (Rare)
Titoni Airmaster Pie Pan (Ref. 307-345) (35mm; Automatic) (Rare)
Camy Superautomatic (Ref. Unknown) (22mm; Automatic)
Seiko 5 176888 TL (Ref. 6119-8093) (36mm; Automatic)
Seiko 5 Railway Time TBC (Ref. 7S26-02C0 A4) (36mm; Automatic)
Seiko Hi Beat 505080 (Ref. 7009-8018) (36mm; Automatic)
Seiko Actus Gradient (Ref. 7019-7210) (37mm; Automatic)
Seiko 5 185868 (Ref. 6309-8500) (38mm; Automatic)
Seiko 5 Hi Beat 310572 (Ref. 6119-8083) (37mm; Automatic) (Very Rare)
Daniel Jean Richard (Ref. 25016) (39mm; Automatic)
Porsche Design (Ref. 6600.41) (39mm; Quartz)
Juvenia Vintage Triple-Register Chronograph (Ref. 120590) (35mm; Manual)
Charles Bouquet Chronograph (Ref. Unknown) (38mm; Manual)
Citizen Ana-Digi (Ref. C480-D01182) (30mm; Quartz)
Yema Paris Chronograph (Ref. Unknown) (40mm; Quartz) (Ultra Rare)
Lotus Chronograph Alarm (Ref. 9348) (38mm; Quartz)
Enthusiast Pack / Audio Technica AT-LP60X + Edifier R1280DB Speakers / Stereo Turntable Package
Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB Direct-Drive Professional Turntable [Plug & Play]
Audio-Technica AT-LP70X Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable