Seiko SKX009J1 Review: Steel Pepsi Diver On Black Rubber Strap (Made in Japan)

The SKX009J1 is a Seiko diver's watch with a Pepsi-themed bezel and a black rubber strap. PRICING eBay: https://ebay.us/BtGsZD Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GmMgI4 Check Out The Written Review: https://bespokeunit.com/articles/watches/seiko-skx009j-japan-pepsi-strap/ Watches Homepage: https://bespokeunit.com/watches/ 00:00 Introduction The SKX009J1 is the "Made in Japan" version of the SKX009 and is presented on a black Seiko "wave" rubber strap; these two characteristics are reflected by the J and the 1 in the reference number, respectively. 00:43 First Look & Case Dimensions While the SKX009J1 is not a small watch, its dimensions are quite proportional so it wears rather comfortably if not compactly on the wrist. Nevertheless, this is a sports watch with a bulkier strap so it's not going to fit under a normal shirt cuff. The SKX009J has a 42.5mm stainless steel case, 13.4mm case thickness, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 22mm between the lugs (strap size). 04:31 SKX009J1 Pepsi Bezel Details The SKX009J has a two-tone (blue & red) metallic bezel insert with silver minute calibrations and a luminous pip at the top index. The watch also has a Seiko Hardlex crystal protecting its face. 05:08 Dark Blue Dial While at first, the Seiko SKX009J's dial may appear black, it is in fact a dark blue tone. Depending on the light, the dark blue will be more or less apparent. In-person, the blue tone of the dial is quite attractive. Also on the dial are luminous hour indices and polished center