Seiko SCVF001 Titanium Diver's 200m - The Lightweight Power of the 4S15 Caliber!
Produced exclusively for the Japanese domestic market (JDM) in the late 1990s, the Seiko SCVF001 is a special model that combines the brand's professional diver tradition with the lightness of titanium.
Featuring Seiko's legendary "4S Caliber" series, this watch, with its high-frequency mechanical structure, is not only a robust diving tool but also a testament to engineering elegance.
The model has the case code 4S15-7000 and is crafted entirely from titanium. With its lightness, durability, and matte gray finish, the SCVF001 offers a unique balance for both collectors and professional users.
Movement
Caliber: Seiko 4S15
Type: Automatic (manual winding and hacking)
Number of Jewels: 25 Jewels
Frequency: 28,800 bph (high frequency)
Reserve Time: Approximately 40 hours
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Feature: Diashock shock protection system
The 4S15 caliber is a prestigious movement that embodies Seiko's "high-precision mechanics" approach in the 1990s.
Thanks to its high-frequency structure, the second hand is exceptionally smooth. This caliber was also used in the Seiko Alpinist, SUS, and Brightz models of the same period, but the SCVF001 is its most durable "diver" version.
Case and Glass
Model Code: Seiko SCVF001 (JDM)
Case Reference: 4S15-7000
Serial No.: 760019 → Manufactured in June 1997
Case Diameter: 40 mm
Thickness: Approximately 13 mm
Material: Full titanium case and bracelet
Glass: Hardlex crystal
Water resistance: 200 meters / 20 bar
Bezel: Unidirectional rotating diver's bezel with deeply engraved numerals
Crown: Screw-down, original crown with "S" logo
Dial: Matte black finish, white LumiBrite indices, date window at 3 o'clock
Case Back: Seiko diver emblem – "AIR DIVER'S 200m TITANIUM 4S15-7000 JAPAN M"
Design Details
Thanks to its titanium case, it weighs only around 100 grams, making it a long-lasting watch. It provides exceptional comfort for extended wear.
The matte dial and thick LumiBrite indices offer maximum legibility underwater.
The deep and wide tooth structure on the bezel ensures an easy grip, even with diving gloves.
The "S" engraving on the screw-down crown demonstrates the high quality of finish in JDM production.
It comes with a full original bracelet and an additional leather strap.
Collectible Value and Rarity
The Seiko SCVF001 is the flagship of Seiko's 4S caliber Titanium Diver's series.
The fact that it was sold only in the Japanese domestic market makes this model extremely rare globally.
Today, collectors consider divers powered by the 4S15 movement to be the models that laid the foundation for Seiko's modern automatic diving watches.
The SCVF001, with its production quality and mechanical superiority, is a cult model in the history of "technical diver" watches.
Final Word
The Seiko SCVF001 Titanium Diver’s 200m embodies the power inherent in lightness.
The high-frequency 4S15 movement beats in the serenity of the titanium case, while the simple black dial and deep bezel reflect pure functionality.
This 1997 JDM model is the perfect intersection of Seiko’s engineering prowess and elegant simplicity.
The item you are viewing was manufactured in 1997.
Professionally overhauled and FULLY SERVICED (the movement is completely disassembled, its components are cleaned, oiled, and adjusted), your watch will function flawlessly without any surprises. (Maintenance-free for 3 years unless exposed to direct water or high humidity for extended periods.)
Item Condition: Tested and fully functional.
