Vintage Seiko Chronograph – The Actual Pogue ref. 6139-6005, All original & Serviced, 1978

Seiko hardly has a shortage of iconic timepieces in either its current or its historic catalog, but few of those (if any) are as iconic or sought-after as the 6139-6005.
Nicknamed The Pogue, the model was famously worn by Colonel William Pogue on the 1973′ Skylab 4 space mission. He reportedly took the watch with him of his own accord, without authorization from NASA, and wore it on his main hand while delegating his NASA-mandated Speedmaster to his off-hand. (Take that, OMEGA! The Pogue the first automatic chronograph wristwatch worn in space!)
What’s more, as if its backstory wasn’t cool enough, the 6139-6005 is also powered by Seiko’s first self-winding chronograph movement, which made its debut around the same time as Zenith’s El Primero after a year-long competition over creating the first automatic chronograph.
Nowadays, many 6139 chronographs are referred to as Pogues, but avid collectors know that it was actually the reference 6139-6005 that Colonel Pogue wore to outer space. Unfortunately, finding an original example is becoming more and more difficult as most have either been redialed, feature unoriginal parts, or have been polished beyond all recognition by ignorant dealers looking to turn a quick profit. Even if an authentic one does pop up, it’s usually in pretty rough shape. The example we have the pleasure of offering here, however, is one of the few exceptions. All of its parts are original and in full working order, including the rotating inner bezel. The case is crisp and sharp and has never been polished, and the chronograph pushers and crown are correct to the model. Best of all – both the brilliant yellow dial and the colorful tachymetric bezel surrounding it are in superb condition, allowing one to experience this important historical timepiece in its full splendor!
The watch was just serviced by our in-house watchmaker and is ticking confidently. The cherry on top – it comes outfitted with its original bracelet. Quite the find indeed, wouldn’t you say?

The watch is covered by 6 months of limited warranty from ChronoTimepieces.