This Christmas, reward yourself or surprise someone special with a classy watch from Seiko.
This Christmas, reward yourself or surprise someone special with a classy watch from Seiko.
A watch is a truly special gift, so if you want to really make an impression, give a Seiko. Established in 1881, and synonymous with quality, innovation and style, the Japanese brand is one of the world’s few fully integrated watch manufacturers. Take your pick from the latest range of Seiko watches for men and women.
Lukia Ladies' Limited Edition SRW814P1, $526.50
An exclusive limited-edition piece, this elegant watch with Swarovski crystals and a pure white leather strap is eye-catching and sophisticated. It is made with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and is water-resistant up to 100m. It easily adds a hint of luxury to any outfit, and is equally perfect in a business or party setting. Limited to 2,000 pieces.
Astron GPS Solar World-Time Limited Edition SSE091, $3,638
Since the launch of Seiko’s unique GPS Solar technology in 2012, the Astron collection has become an icon of high technology, energy-efficient watchmaking. This handsome new model has a slimmer case and a coloured mother-of-pearl dial that gives it a quiet, refined elegance. The case and bracelet are made of titanium with a new super-hard black coating that is not only resistant to scratches, but will also preserve the sleek beauty of the watch for as long as it is worn. Limited to 3,500 pieces.
Criteria SPC219, $544.70
This classic-looking watch features a stainless steel case and bracelet, as well as sapphire crystal glass and a large window date display. It is water-resistant up to 100m, and its clasp has a push-button release mode.
Presage 60th Anniversary Limited Edition SRQ019, $3,683
This mechanical timepiece is the result of over 100 years of watchmaking experience. Inspired by the celebrated Laurel, Seiko’s – and Japan’s – first-ever wrist watch, the SRQ019 boasts an enamel dial made in the tradition of Japanese artistry. It uses the 8R48 calibre, which has vertical clutch and column wheel systems, and incorporates Seiko’s unique threepointed hammer so the hands’ fly-back is perfectly synchronised. Limited to 1,000 pieces.
Grand Seiko Hi-Beat 36000 GMT Limited Edition SBGJ021, $9,630
Precision, legibility, comfort and durability are the attributes that have defined the Grand Seiko since it was created in 1960. The SBGJ021 is a contemporary reinterpretation of the highly acclaimed 1967 44GS. The dial stands out with its delicate radial pattern, inspired by the ridged contours of Mt Iwate in Japan. Perfect for travellers, this hardy timepiece also boasts dual-time function, a stainless steel case, a screw see-through case back with sapphire crystal, and highly polished, distortion-free surfaces. A specially designed oscillating weight made of titanium and tungsten glitters through its sapphire case back. Limited to 500 pieces.
Prospex SSC487, $847.50
This solar chronograph has both world time (25 cities) and a dual-time display, with a 24-hour indication. It never needs a battery change as it draws all the energy it needs from natural light alone, and is able to reserve power for up to six months. The stainless steel case is waterresistant and protected by a screw case back and a screw-down crown, which is itself protected by a special crown guard.
