Seiko LHAM601; 4S15-0020 "Laurel"

Model: LHAM601; 4S15-0020

Year: July 1995

Features:

The History. Released in 1995, this curiously coloured, laurel-green LHAM601 was a dressed up version of the 1959 Laurel Alpinist - the first ever Alpinist (named after the Japanese Alps, not the ones in Europe).

The Alpinists. The LHAM601 uses the same “Hi-Beat” movement as Shigeo Sakai’s legendary SCVF Alpinists. Furthermore, the darker-coloured LHAM600 has the same Mountain-inspired indices as the Black SCVF005, and the lighter-coloured LHAM601 opts for Arabic numbers just like the SCVF007. A design trend Seiko has carried forward in every generation of Alpinist since, which has made the LHAM Laurels a hidden part of Seiko's Alpinist collection. A "if you know, you know" watch for enthusiasts. 

The Look. The clean layout gives the LHAM600 a dressy appearance while still embodying the essence of an Alpinist. Arguably, they make for a sharper-looking everyday watch, especially in an office environment, than any of the Sportier Alpinists.

The Design. A laurel green dial, with raised gold hour markers, and oversized, golden sword hands, all encompassed in a brushed and polished stainless steel case, featuring an small onion crown. The polished caseback features a laurel leaf motif around its edge.

The Bracelet. The original stainless steel bracelet, designed to look like a throwback to the vintage stylings of Seiko's original bracelets.

Specifications:

Condition: The watch is in great condition overall. The only marks of any noticeable significance can be seen on the caseback.

Scope: No box or papers.

Movement: 4S15 automatic 28800bhp

Dimensions:

• Lug to Lug: 43.7mm
• Case Width: 38.0mm
• Case Thickness: 10.9mm
• Lug Width: 20.0mm
• Bracelet Length: Up to 7.1 inches