An iconic vintage “Red” Alpinist, released in 1995. The Green design is particularly well known thanks to the continued popularity of its modern counterpart; the SARB017. [Here’s a video of the watch in action.](https://www.instagram.com/p/C4K6Q3pqEJa/) **Model**: 4S15-6000, SCVF009, “Red Alpinist” **Production Year**: April 1997 **Features**: * *4S15 movement*. Using one of Seiko’s s very well known “Hi-Beat” movement (28800 bph), resulting in silky smooth sweep, especially when you consider the watch is almost 30 years old. The 4S is a historically important movement for Seiko, as it found its way into many of Seiko’s turn-of-the-century big hitters like these Alpinists, the King Seiko reissue, the Brightz line, and the Laurel reissue. * *Alpinist*. The Alpinist series started in the 1960s with the release of the Seiko “Laurel” Alpinist. Designed to be used as an outdoor watch by Japanese mountain climbers, it is perhaps more well known to modern collectors as the series that contains the SARB017. All Alpinists are released as part of Seiko’s “Prospex” (professional specifications) line, as they are built to be rugged and regularly worn. * *Rotating Bezel*. Now a feature of all Alpinists, it can be used to determine your bearings if you can currently see the Sun. Works very smoothly, with no binding/sticking and absolutely no loss of colour due to aging. * *Strap*. Aftermarket. Not the original leather strap. **Condition**: The watch is in very good condition. The crystal and dial are essentially perfect, and the case body has no major abrasions or scratches. The case back has scratches, but it isn’t faded and still looks good in general. The leather strap is not the original leather strap. The movement has been regulated to +10 seconds per day across three positions. **Scope**: No box or papers, so it will be packed in a secure leather travel case. **Movement**: 4S15 automatic 28800bhp, regulated to +10 seconds per day across three positions. **Case Width**: 38mm **Lug to lug:** 43mm **Case Thickness**: 10.5mm **Lug width:** 19mm **Price**: Offered at **$1700** plus shipping (sent from London, UK; costs $5-$55 depending on where you are in the world). I accept Wise, Paypal and Bank Transfer, depending on your transaction history. Fees paid by you where applicable. **Of note**: Nothing to report [Album](https://imgur.com/a/mNpayEM) [Proof](https://imgur.com/a/nqAmBVV)