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Seiko

Seiko exists since 1881 and initially Seiko was a small watch store in Tokyo. In 1892 the first Seikosha clocks were produced, laying the foundation for the official name Seiko, which appeared for the first time in 1924. The Seiko Astron hit the market in the 1960s as the world’s first production quartz watch, followed by a quartz chronograph.

Today the Seiko Astron is a very popular watch with variations such as the Seiko Astron GPS. All Seiko watches are made in-house in Japan where Seiko even makes the oil and luminous items in large-scale factories. All Seiko luxury watches are produced in Japan (Grand Seiko models) while other watches are assembled throughout Asia.

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Seiko Celebrates 100th Brand Anniversary with Limited Presage Model

Established in 1881 by Kintaro Hattori, Seiko’s rich history provides an opportunity each year to reflect on a technical milestone from the past. Next year marks the 100th anniversary of the official, modern Seiko brand, which was marked by the first wristwatch bearing the Seiko lettering on its dial in 2024. Kicking off the anniversary...

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Nov 30, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Lift-Off: 6 Watches (Other Than the Omega Speedmaster) That Went to Space

In 1957, the first artificial satellite named Sputnik 1 was launched into space by the Soviet Union, triggering a race among nations. For security reasons, astronauts always carried a wristwatch with them. These six timepieces played a unique role in this conquest of space.

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Nov 19, 2023 by Jens Koch

The Dial as Canvas, Revisited: Five Timepieces from Artistic Collaborations

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in March 2022. When watch companies collaborate with artists and designers, expect to see exciting results: we showcased six of them a few years back. As this year’s Art Basel Miami event wraps up, we explore other international celebrities and young cutting-edge artists that...

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Nov 12, 2023 by Maria-Bettina Eich

Green Rambles: Why Aren’t You A Bit More Critical?

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in March 2022. Criticism and watch journalism have always been on edge with one another. One could argue that there is a great dependency between the writing press and the watch brands. Even at WatchTime, many of the brands we cover also advertise with...

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Nov 9, 2023 by Martin Green

Ice Divers: Seiko Release Three Prospex Models Exclusive to the U.S. Market

In 1965, Seiko made a groundbreaking entry into the world of diver’s watches with the introduction of the 62MAS, which at that time was also Japan’s first ever such timepiece. Since then, Seiko’s diver’s watches have earned the trust of both professional divers and diving enthusiasts globally, owing to continuous advancements in durability, water resistance,...

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Oct 23, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

The Perfect Wave: Seven Watches with Nautically Engraved Dials

Since the introduction of the Omega Seamaster 300 in 1993, watches with wave patterns on their dials have become increasingly popular. Here’s a closer look at some more recent models in our latest visit to the WatchTime Archives. Tissot Seastar 2000 ProfessionalTissot’s very large and robust dive watch is water-resistant to 600 meters and impresses...

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Oct 17, 2023 by Alexander Krupp

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Time Tools: 8 Tool Watches From Luxury Brands

In this article from the WatchTime archives, we present eight "tool watches" that emphasize functionality and are robust, accurate, legible, and — importantly — not excessively expensive.

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Oct 15, 2023 by Jens Koch

Three’s a Charm: Seiko Adds Artful Dials to Its Presage Craftsmanship Series

Seiko introduces three new models in the Presage Craftsmanship Series, each featuring artful dials. Two of these models are adorned with Urushi lacquer, while the third boasts an enamel dial. All three watches are protected by double-curved sapphire crystals and are equipped with a screw-down sapphire case back. With a water resistance of up to...

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Oct 9, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

FEATURE

Seiko: A Chronograph Chronology

We survey Seiko’s half-century-plus of mechanical chronographs in this comprehensive historical feature from the WatchTime archives. Discover the Japanese brand's contributions to the world of chronograph wristwatches.

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Sep 30, 2023 by Gisbert Brunner

Seiko Releases Array of Laurel Timepieces Commemorating Its First Wristwatch

With a history spanning over 140 years, Seiko has almost every year a reason to look back at a technical milestone. 2023 is an especially intriguing year as it marks the 110th anniversary of the introduction of the first wristwatch, the Laurel. For this reason, the Japanese manufacturer is releasing seven anniversary editions in its...

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Sep 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

FEATURE

Chronomania: The 50+-Year History of the Automatic Chronograph

Fifty years ago, the consortium of Heuer-Leonidas, Breitling, Buren-Hamilton and Dubois Dépraz vied with lone wolves Zenith and Seiko in the race to launch the world’s first automatic chronograph movement. How did these brands keep their developments secret? And how did the watch world change? We searched the past for clues.

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Aug 30, 2023 by WatchTime

Seiko Introduces New King Seiko Execution with a Mesmerizing Floral Pattern

Earlier this year, Seiko introduced the King Seiko, which was first marketed in 1960 and revived in 2021, in a new model generation with a smaller case diameter of 38.5mm and a svelte height of 10.7mm. Now, the Japanese watch giant adds a beautiful new execution distinguished by a delicate floral pattern inspired by the...

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Aug 21, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

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Silent Accord: Reviewing the Grand Seiko Spring Drive Diver SBGA229

Grand Seiko’s SBGA229 divers’ watch combines traditional mechanical watchmaking and the precision of electronic timekeeping. This is made possible by Spring Drive technology, developed by Seiko, and the result is an authentic divers’ watch with a unique inner life. In this feature from our October 2019 issue, with original photos by Olaf Köster, we give it a thorough once-over.

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Aug 20, 2023 by Martina Richter

Seiko Brings Back its First Diver’s Watch in a Limited Edition

In 1965, Seiko launched its first diver’s watch, which was also Japan’s first ever diver’s watch. With an automatic movement and water resistance to 150 meters, it proved its reliability when it was used by a team of Japan’s Antarctic research expedition from 1966 to 1969. Now Seiko introduces a new edition of this pioneer...

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Aug 11, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Introducing the Seiko 5 Sports 55th Anniversary Limited Edition

This year Seiko is celebrating the 55th anniversary of its Seiko 5 Sports collection with a special edition that brings back to life the original created in 1968. Taking direct inspiration from the initial model, the Seiko 5 Sports 55th Anniversary Limited Edition is presented in a cushion shaped stainless steel case with a diameter...

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Jul 17, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

PORTFOLIO

Splash! A Plunge Into the Colorful World of Watersports Watches

Take the plunge with us into the colorful world of water sports in our latest dip into the WatchTime Archives! Here you can find professional instruments with appealing technologies, styles, and prices. In this article, we present divers’ watches without complex additional functions (e.g., chronographs) because the watches listed here are designed to focus your...

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Jul 16, 2023 by Alexander Krupp

Seiko Introduces Next Generation of King Seiko

In 2021, Seiko commemorated its 140th anniversary with the revival of one of its most sought-after timepiece from its archives, the King Seiko. The original was debuted in the early 1960’s and introduced in a refined version in 1965 that was distinguished by high precision, mirrored by a highly clean and expressive design. After the release of...

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Jul 10, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

The Great Watch Climb: Mountaineering Watches

This article was originally written by watch journalist Roberta Naas and published in the May/June 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. In the past decade, we have witnessed more and more professional climbers and explorers tackle the world’s tallest and most treacherous mountains wearing rugged timepieces designed to withstand unfathomable extremes. It is a phenomenon, though,...

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Jun 27, 2023 by WatchTime

Snoopy Makes His Debut on the Dials of Two Limited Edition Seiko 5 Sports

With his cute puppy eyes, long floppy ears, and always meticulously white fur, Snoopy is probably the most prominent and popular dog in the world. The highly talented beagle, who communicates via dance steps, is known for his diverse cultural interests and sporting activities – from sophisticated painting and world literature (Tolstoy’s War and Peace)...

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Jun 23, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Green Rambles: How Straps Elevate Your Wrist Game

I once had a charming Seiko 5 with a jade green dial that I bought for about $50. I was less excited about the bracelet, but in my drawer, I still had a light brown alligator leather strap from a watch I recently sold that happened to fit. It turned out to be a match...

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May 21, 2023 by Martin Green
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