sdoocms
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Carl
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Post by sdoocms on Sept 2, 2013 12:52:35 GMT -8
My very first watch into the 6139-600X series...
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tfjordan
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Post by tfjordan on Jul 12, 2014 9:18:38 GMT -8
I know this is an old post, but in researching my new pogue I came across it. Great information. Pretty much everything you read/see states Colonel Pogue wore a Seiko 6139-6002. Obviously, this is not the case because 6002s weren't made until a few years AFTER his Skylab mission. It was indeed a 6005 in space with him (that was auctioned off before his death). 6005s are actually quite rare in the wild. I truly can't believe it, but I just got a 6139-6005 that is 178 units from Colonel Pogue's serial number!!! It's not a museum piece by any means, but is in good condition. It actually is in similar condition to Col. Pogue's when it was auctioned. Works perfectly, keeps excellent time. Normal scuffs, flea bites on case. Hands, indices, etc. in excellent condition. The inner chapter ring is still a nice patina faded yellow! Hasn't gone white yet, but is obviously original. The only condition issue is black flecks on the dial. Under 3X I truly can't tell if they're loose flecks on dial that could be removed or if they're flecks of original dial that have come off or slightly damaged. Either way, it's an unreal piece. Thought of having watchmaker address those flecks, but quite frankly I don't want it touched. It's a time capsule as far as I'm concerned, and my usual "watch OCD" is not overwhelming me to address these flecks. It's an "honest" piece. I photographed it (pic attached), so if I see them move around over time I'll know they're lose and can be removed. Otherwise, she stays with a few imperfections, but hey, don't we all have them? As you all know, the vintage seiko market has exploded in price, so I'm not even going to tell you what I paid for this. Obviously,they knew not what they had. I'm sure they thought it was just an old pogue in average condition. The flecks/specks are at: 1) between 1:30-2:00 about midway from center of dial, 2) just above and below "water70resist", 3) just below center of subdial where hand attaches. Seriously; 178 pieces away from Col. Pogue's? I'm getting goose bumps, aren't you? Thanks guys. Attachments:
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Post by Groundhog66 on Jul 12, 2014 9:22:21 GMT -8
I know this is an old post, but in researching my new pogue I came across it. Great information. Pretty much everything you read/see states Colonel Pogue wore a Seiko 6139-6002. Obviously, this is not the case because 6002s weren't made until a few years AFTER his Skylab mission. It was indeed a 6005 in space with him (that was auctioned off before his death). 6005s are actually quite rare in the wild. I truly can't believe it, but I just got a 6139-6005 that is 178 units from Colonel Pogue's serial number!!! It's not a museum piece by any means, but is in good condition. It actually is in similar condition to Col. Pogue's when it was auctioned. Works perfectly, keeps excellent time. Normal scuffs, flea bites on case. Hands, indices, etc. in excellent condition. The inner chapter ring is still a nice patina faded yellow! Hasn't gone white yet, but is obviously original. The only condition issue is black flecks on the dial. Under 3X I truly can't tell if they're loose flecks on dial that could be removed or if they're flecks of original dial that have come off or slightly damaged. Either way, it's an unreal piece. Thought of having watchmaker address those flecks, but quite frankly I don't want it touched. It's a time capsule as far as I'm concerned, and my usual "watch OCD" is not overwhelming me to address these flecks. It's an "honest" piece. I photographed it (pic attached), so if I see them move around over time I'll know they're lose and can be removed. Otherwise, she stays with a few imperfections, but hey, don't we all have them? As you all know, the vintage seiko market has exploded in price, so I'm not even going to tell you what I paid for this. Obviously,they knew not what they had. I'm sure they thought it was just an old pogue in average condition. The flecks/specks are at: 1) between 1:30-2:00 about midway from center of dial, 2) just above and below "water70resist", 3) just below center of subdial where hand attaches. Seriously; 178 pieces away from Col. Pogue's? I'm getting goose bumps, aren't you? Thanks guys. That is a fantastic find, I would also leave it as-is and enjoy it.
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Post by ninja01 on Aug 3, 2014 15:45:28 GMT -8
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Post by uncletupelo on Aug 6, 2014 22:53:36 GMT -8
Great thread. Here's mine, love this watch.
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Post by mikeinfrankfurt on Sept 2, 2014 10:22:47 GMT -8
Here's mine...6005. Great thread! Attachments:
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Post by jim1963 on Sept 18, 2014 12:12:18 GMT -8
Here's mine
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Post by SeikoPsycho on Oct 19, 2014 3:20:51 GMT -8
Old post but I figured I'd chime in since I have a few dozen 6139's. Personally, I shy away from the Pogue nickname having had the privilege of purchasing one brand new back in 76' before it was known as the Pogue. I knew it was a great watch from the get go without all the hype.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2014 10:25:47 GMT -8
Old post but I figured I'd chime in since I have a few dozen 6139's. Personally, I shy away from the Pogue nickname having had the privilege of purchasing one brand new back in 76' before it was known as the Pogue. I knew it was a great watch from the get go without all the hype. Post em! post em all!!!!
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Post by Groundhog66 on Oct 19, 2014 11:04:11 GMT -8
Same watch as previously posted, I just love the pic...
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2014 16:40:40 GMT -8
Since 'Pogue' is so liberally abused here and other forums, I don't mind throwing my 6139s into the mix These two were a gift from a long ago SCWF member, John Reineke(jrwatch) and service/repaired by Lew B. Lew replaced one of the cases which had most of the material around the pushers corroded away. He also replaced the crystal on one of them so I could actually see the dial. Here they are, a -6015 and a 6012. The differences are probably market specific... The 6139-6012. The dial and hands are like new but the crystal hides that beauty The 6139-6015 that Lew replaced the case and crystal on. This one is sharp and crystal clear to view even if there are a few scratches. Both of these watches are special to me because of the gifter and the work Lew did on them. The crappy gold finish doesn't even bother me Oh yeh, these both have beautiful displays on the Timegrapher. I don't think Lew had a machine but he certainly dialed them in! This hobby has brought me to know some very special people...and for that, I am very thankful 7dfe79adc2f0
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Post by siralan on Nov 28, 2014 1:55:23 GMT -8
Here's my latest 6139-6002 from 1977. It's in the best original condition of any of my 6139's, both externally and internally. I fitted a new crystal and new gaskets all round and gave it a jolly good clean, but no re-finishing. It has a ding to the bezel at 6pm but I'll leave it as-is.
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Post by HiBeat on Dec 1, 2014 7:09:49 GMT -8
So, what makes a 6139- a "brake fluid non-Pogue"??
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Post by rfortson on Jan 19, 2015 19:52:53 GMT -8
I found one at the NAWCC show in Houston last August and traded a SKX173 for it. I've always wanted a Seiko chronograph since high school back in the 70's when all the cool kids wore them. Now I'm finally part of the crowd. Oh, and it's a nice complement to my Speedmaster. I need to get a blue one, and then on to the 6138 varieties. Anyhoo...pictures or it didn't happen. Before Seiko Pogue-7 by fortsonre, on Flickr and after Seiko Pogue-6 by fortsonre, on Flickr Seiko Pogue-3 by fortsonre, on Flickr Yes, my watchmaker "kindly" polished the case for me. He was so proud that he'd gotten rid of the scratches that I didn't even get upset with him. He gave it a good cleaning otherwise and replaced the crystal (at my request) and the thing runs like a champ.
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Post by garydusa on Jan 28, 2015 13:53:40 GMT -8
Here's My Newest arrival a "74/April" (44xxxx). I already have a "Tapered H" bracelet incoming to replace the aftermarket one.
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Post by catkicker on Jan 29, 2015 3:40:15 GMT -8
It's official. Proud new owner of 6139-6005
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Post by 69ChevelleSS on Jan 29, 2015 6:43:16 GMT -8
Here's My Newest arrival a "74/April" (44xxxx). I already have a "Tapered H" bracelet incoming to replace the aftermarket one.
Very nice . . . congrats. If the bracelet is an East Tech Manufacturing, there are some here who would love to get their hands on one. Don't discard it!
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Post by garydusa on Jan 29, 2015 7:37:53 GMT -8
Here's My Newest arrival a "74/April" (44xxxx). I already have a "Tapered H" bracelet incoming to replace the aftermarket one.
Very nice . . . congrats. If the bracelet is an East Tech Manufacturing, there are some here who would love to get their hands on one. Don't discard it!
I fished this aftermarket out of the "Bay" from "Seikosis" when the watch head was still incoming, which had an incorect bracelet on it, although the clasp looked correct, and I was able to switch & use the clasp cap. I'm sure I'll have a few more of these, so I'll probably need the aftermarket again (and again).
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Post by catkicker on Jan 31, 2015 15:55:36 GMT -8
Notice that there are people that when talking about the inner chapter rings claim the white indicator ring is not the correct one for the 6005's I was under the impression the inner rings fade to white. I thought I read where someone said when they had one apart the back side of the indicator ring was still yellow.
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Post by Groundhog66 on Feb 1, 2015 7:52:06 GMT -8
Notice that there are people that when talking about the inner chapter rings claim the white indicator ring is not the correct one for the 6005's I was under the impression the inner rings fade to white. I thought I read where someone said when they had one apart the back side of the indicator ring was still yellow. That would be a good way to tell, because I can't believe it would fade completely.
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