{"product_id":"1980s-seiko-fieldmaster-21c1-0080-contra","title":"1980's Seiko Fieldmaster 21C1-0080 “Contra”","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko Fieldmaster “Contra” Ref. 2C21-0080 (Modular Field Watch)\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Seiko Fieldmaster “Contra” 2C21-0080 is one of the most unusual and purpose-built tool watches Seiko produced during the 1980s. Rather than approaching the Fieldmaster as a conventional wristwatch, Seiko developed a modular system in which a compact analog quartz watch could be paired with interchangeable outdoor instruments. The result was essentially a miniature wrist-mounted toolkit, conceived decades before modular wearable technology became commonplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Launched in 1984, the Fieldmaster was developed as what Seiko described as a heavy-duty watch for field and outdoor sports. Its unusual “combo system” consisted of a fixed analog watch module accompanied by an interchangeable module positioned at 6 o’clock. Seiko offered a directional compass, digital timer\/alarm and a mechanical “map meter” capable of measuring distances on a paper map, allowing the wearer to configure the watch depending on the activity. Seiko itself now refers to the model by its collector nickname, \u003cstrong\u003e“\u003c\/strong\u003eContra\u003cstrong\u003e.”\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concept provides a fascinating glimpse into Seiko's approach to professional and adventure watches during the 1980s. Rather than simply making a conventional watch more rugged, Seiko reconsidered what equipment could actually be carried on the wrist. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications and Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall: Great Condition\u003cbr\u003eCase: Excellent\u003cbr\u003eCrystal: Wear on compass module\u003cbr\u003eDial: Clean\u003cbr\u003eMovement: Excellent\u003cbr\u003eStrap: Zulu Nato Strap\u003cbr\u003eIncludes: Watch \u0026amp; Compass Module\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeiko Caliber 2C21 Quartz\u003cbr\u003eAnalog Time Display\u003cbr\u003eBattery Powered\u003cbr\u003eCompact Quartz Architecture\u003cbr\u003eSeparate Mechanical Directional Compass Module\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 28mm × 28mm per module\u003cbr\u003eDual-module configuration\u003cbr\u003eCompact modular case construction\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive dual-module construction\u003cbr\u003eAnalog quartz timekeeping module\u003cbr\u003eSeparate directional compass module\u003cbr\u003eInterchangeable accessory system\u003cbr\u003eRotating compass assembly\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fieldmaster 2C21-0080 represents one of Seiko's most imaginative approaches to the tool watch. Its combination of a conventional analog watch with interchangeable navigation and timing instruments transformed the wristwatch into an adaptable piece of outdoor equipment. More than four decades later, the concept still feels remarkably unconventional. With its unmistakable dual-module construction, obscure Fieldmaster heritage and increasing scarcity, the “Contra” remains a fascinating time capsule from one of the most experimental periods in Seiko's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor additional historical information, Seiko has featured the model in its own design archive: \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/by.seiko-design.com\/140th\/en\/topic\/57.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeiko Design — 1984 Field Master “Contra”\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JDM Horologist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50980466688243,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4984\/1907\/files\/wts-1980s-seiko-fieldmaster-21c1-0080-contra-v0-n54ztmwz9ckh1.webp?v=1788675239","url":"https:\/\/jdmhorologist.net\/products\/1980s-seiko-fieldmaster-21c1-0080-contra","provider":"JDM Horologist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}