Interesting, these watches have been frank’n, aftermarketized (I know this is not a word, but I think you get my point) to capture the original. Finding good “originals” is not as easy these days.
Price point; well like everything, the 6139-600x have jumped in price. But for the price point, still a fun watch to have. Ranges for “parts” watches I have seen, is from $250-$400.00. Well used, running and no service history seem to starting around $500-$600.00 depending on model/dial variant. Serviced $600 + depending on the model/dial variant. I saw a blue variant in fair condition sell for over a $1,000.00. Silver dial Pogues seem to be the highest priced, unless you have a “True Pogue” Resist Dial and circa 1973 and two (2) piece sweep hand or a “proof” dial Pogue. All commanding higher prices. Prices are driven by the desire to own one, especially original to themselves. Like any watch, NOS parts for repair, with the integrity of the watch remaining, versus all NOS or partial OEM parts to create one is wildly different. Just look at the crazy prices on a popular auction sight and you will see the real swing that comes with this model. The key “Original”. That’s worth the investment. Vetting them, with known sellers is key.
My draw to the 6130-600x is it’s simplicity, yet interesting crown interaction function, of setting the day/date. The vertical clutch allows the sweep hand to operated continuously. The mesmerizing part of my story behind this watch. Really, to aid in the operation, almost a must for how the vertical clutch works with these.
The name(s). It’s all in the name, Pogue from Colonel Pogue the astronaut, to break protocol and wear the Seiko Gold Dial variant 6139-6005 into space.
Cevert or blue dial variant worn by Francois Cevert, the famous French Formula One driver who sported a Blue Dial 6139.
Then there is Austrian variant “Aussie”.
Has the black Bezel, “R” dial, Roman Date Wheel, Resist Dial and Stelux President Bracelet and bares the 6139-6002 number.
Seems most Seiko’s come with a names; The Tuna, Arnie, Turtle, Bruce Lee etc., which adds to the mystique of the brand.
Back to the Pogue. I find each color variant to change the over look, almost like your wearing a completely different watch. Same case, same hands, but just so unique in their own way. This was my draw years ago.
Wabi, why I love patina on hands and dial. Character marks on the case of a life well lived. By definition; Wabi - “a worn and regal richness". This describes it perfectly. Every mark, the DNA of years gone by. If only watches could talk.
In conclusion: The 6139-600x is simple, complex, stylistic (love the dimple crowns) versatile marvel…may marvel is too strong, let’s go with “cool vibe” watch
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