Seiko HBC004 Prospex Speedtimer Automatic Countdown Watch
HBC004
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Estimated 3–6 business days from order to delivery.
Includes 0–2 business days to prepare and 3–4 in transit. Engraving adds 1–2 days. Estimates exclude weekends and holidays; destination and carrier delays can affect timing. Delivery detailsThe Seiko HBC004 Prospex Speedtimer brings classic motoring details to a compact 39.5 mm automatic watch. Its blue-gray dial, orange accents and embossed black leather strap give the design a distinctive instrument-panel character.
Description
A crown-operated inner countdown ring adds a practical timing reference. The 6R55 movement offers approximately three days of power reserve, with manual winding and stop-seconds adjustment.
Specifications
- Collection: Prospex Speedtimer
- Movement: Automatic with manual winding, caliber 6R55
- Power reserve: approximately 72 hours; 24 jewels
- Case: Stainless steel with super-hard coating
- Dimensions: 39.5 mm diameter, 12.0 mm thick, 44.5 mm lug-to-lug
- Crystal: Curved sapphire with inner anti-reflective coating
- LumiBrite hands and indexes
- Band: Embossed leather; three-fold push-button clasp
- Lug width: 20 mm
- Water resistance: 200 meters / 20 bar
- Inner rotating countdown ring and screw caseback
Included with your purchase: 3-year SEIKO USA warranty card included.
Watch specifications
- Brand
- Seiko
- Model
- HBC004
- Movement
- Automatic with manual winding — caliber 6R55
- Display
- Analog
- Case diameter
- 39.5 mm
- Crystal
- Curved sapphire crystal
- Dial color
- Blue-gray
- Band material
- Leather
- Water resistance
- 200 meters / 20 bar
- Power reserve
- Approx. 72 hours(3 days)
- Warranty
- 3 years
Free Standard shipping: estimated 3–4 business days in transit. Express: $15, estimated 1–2 business days in transit. Regular in-stock orders normally ship from the same business day to two business days after purchase. Engraving adds 1–2 business days before shipment. Transit begins when the carrier receives your parcel. Available options and calculated carrier rates appear at checkout. We email tracking when your order ships. See our Shipping & Delivery Policy.
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Engraving preparation: Allow 1–2 additional business days before shipping or pickup. Engraved or otherwise personalized watches are final sale and are not eligible for returns, exchanges, or refunds for a change of mind. This does not limit remedies for items that arrive damaged, defective, or incorrect, or rights required by applicable law. Review the Return & Refund Policy.
Questions about HBC004
How is the HBC004 powered?
This is an automatic mechanical watch. Normal wrist movement winds a mainspring that powers the movement; it does not use a battery.
What if my HBC004 stops when I do not wear it?
An automatic can stop when its mainspring runs down while unworn. Restart and set it using the instructions for its caliber. Some automatic movements support crown winding and others do not, so check the manual before winding. Regular wear helps maintain the stored energy.
What is the difference between automatic and Eco-Drive or Solar?
Automatic watches store mechanical energy in a mainspring wound by wrist movement. Citizen Eco-Drive and Seiko Solar watches store electrical energy collected from light in a rechargeable cell. Wearing an automatic helps wind it; exposing a light-powered watch to light helps charge it. They need different care and restart routines.
Does my HBC004 need maintenance?
Yes. An automatic has moving mechanical parts and may need periodic servicing even though it has no battery. Check the manufacturer’s instructions for maintenance and movement accuracy. Contact our watch technicians if it repeatedly stops or runs unusually fast or slow after being properly wound.
What case size is the HBC004?
The listed case diameter is 39.5 mm. Compare this with a watch you already wear. Case shape, thickness and the distance across the lugs also affect fit; a wrist photo is a visual reference rather than a guarantee of how it will fit your wrist.
What is the power reserve of the HBC004?
The listed power reserve is Approx. 72 hours(3 days) when fully wound. Actual running time depends on how fully the mainspring is wound and the movement’s condition.
What is the water-resistance rating of the HBC004?
The listed rating is 200 meters / 20 bar. Use the manufacturer’s guidance for the activities suitable for this model, secure the crown before water contact and never operate it underwater. Gaskets can wear, so have water resistance checked before relying on it for swimming or diving.
How does the band on the HBC004 fit?
The listed band is Leather. Contact our watch technicians for help checking fit before purchase. A strap adjusts using its fastening holes or clasp. Its usable wrist range depends on the particular strap; ask us to check measurements if you are unsure.
What complimentary extras are included?
A protective travel case is included with a qualifying watch purchase. Engraving is optional and complimentary where the watch’s design permits it. Your brand’s warranty and local support details appear above.
Where can my message be engraved?
Your selected engraving placement is subject to review. Glass casebacks or the watch’s design may prevent engraving in that spot. If needed, we’ll contact you to approve a suitable alternative, such as the clasp or back of a lug, before engraving.
Engraving adds 1–2 business days before shipment or pickup. Personalized watches are final sale for change-of-mind returns; damaged, defective or incorrect items follow our refund policy. Return details