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Grand Seiko debuts a Tentagraph sequel with a snow blue panda dial
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Grand Seiko debuts a Tentagraph sequel with a snow blue panda dial

The new Grand Seiko SLGC007 brings panda flavour to the Tentagraph.
Grand Seiko’s 36.5mm 44GS gets a purple “Kiri” dial with the new SBGW323
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Grand Seiko’s 36.5mm 44GS gets a purple “Kiri” dial with the new SBGW323

The Grand Seiko SBGW323 pairs the hue of the purple kiri flower with the brand's famed Mt. Iwate dial texture - all within a 36.5mm…
Every Grand Seiko from Watches and Wonders 2025, including the micro-adjustable Ice Forest, and new Tentagraph case
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Every Grand Seiko from Watches and Wonders 2025, including the micro-adjustable Ice Forest, and new Tentagraph case

Grand Seiko finally brings micro-adjust to the table, alongside a new Tentagraph case and Masterpiece model.
The new rubber-strapped Grand Seiko SLGC009 brings the Tentagraph to a titanium Tokyo Lion case
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The new rubber-strapped Grand Seiko SLGC009 brings the Tentagraph to a titanium Tokyo Lion case

This is the sportiest Tentagraph yet.
Grand Seiko SLGB001 & SLGB003: 37mm case, Spring Drive U.F.A. movement, and a micro-adjustable bracelet
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Grand Seiko SLGB001 & SLGB003: 37mm case, Spring Drive U.F.A. movement, and a micro-adjustable bracelet

Finally.
Grand Seiko opens a luxurious new Melbourne boutique, a statement of intent from the Japanese brand
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Grand Seiko opens a luxurious new Melbourne boutique, a statement of intent from the Japanese brand

GS opens its second boutique in Australia in The Block Arcade on Melbourne's Collins Street, the main vein of Aussie watch culture.
The new Seiko Marinemaster Professional SLA081 is a hardcore, GS-powered monster tributing the very first Seiko diver
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The new Seiko Marinemaster Professional SLA081 is a hardcore, GS-powered monster tributing the very first Seiko diver

Titanium monobloc case, awesome dial design, and a Grand Seiko-derived movement.
The King Seiko VANAC sports a Grand Seiko-derived movement and a funky, angular case
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The King Seiko VANAC sports a Grand Seiko-derived movement and a funky, angular case

Angular, 1970s funk in a new shape for King Seiko.
The V.F.A. 6185-8000 is a $90,000 Grand Seiko you’ve never heard of, but should know about
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The V.F.A. 6185-8000 is a $90,000 Grand Seiko you’ve never heard of, but should know about

Fair warning - Grand Seiko nerdery inbound.
Grand Seiko releases two new 30mm cherry blossom 62GSs – their slimmest and smallest automatics yet!
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Grand Seiko releases two new 30mm cherry blossom 62GSs – their slimmest and smallest automatics yet!

The Grand Seiko STGK031 & STGK033 share cherry blossom-inspired dial hues as well as a diminutive 30mm diameter.
Are “JDM” Seikos really that much better than normal Seiko watches?
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Are “JDM” Seikos really that much better than normal Seiko watches?

Most Seiko lovers would prefer to own a Japanese-made "JDM" Seiko to an international version. But is this preference well-founded?
The best and most random Seiko special editions
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The best and most random Seiko special editions

Seiko and limited editions - a match made in heaven. Here's some of the best.
Precious cherry blossom – the Grand Seiko SBGH368 debuts a 38mm 62GS case in pink gold
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Precious cherry blossom – the Grand Seiko SBGH368 debuts a 38mm 62GS case in pink gold

Grand Seiko's latest cherry blossom-inspired design is a precious metal heater
What is a chronometer? Demystifying COSC, METAS, Grand Seiko Standard, and more
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What is a chronometer? Demystifying COSC, METAS, Grand Seiko Standard, and more

We explain the difference between COSC, METAS, Superlative, and any other chronometer certification method.
Grand Seiko debuts the Evolution 9 SLGH027 with a brand new Mt. Iwate dial
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Grand Seiko debuts the Evolution 9 SLGH027 with a brand new Mt. Iwate dial

Ever-Brilliant Steel surrounds the icy blue dial, with a high-beat movement rapidly ticking away in the back.
Seiko taps Japan-born, Australia-based artist Kentaro Yoshida for a trio of vibey 5 Sports LEs
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Seiko taps Japan-born, Australia-based artist Kentaro Yoshida for a trio of vibey 5 Sports LEs

Seiko collaborates with the in-demand artist on a series of vibey 5 Sports models inspired by Australian surfing and skating culture.
Grand Seiko issues incremental updates to two Sekki models, with the new SBGH351 and SBGH353
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Grand Seiko issues incremental updates to two Sekki models, with the new SBGH351 and SBGH353

Ever-Brilliant Steel cases and minor dial changes.
The Seiko Presage Classic Series is silky smooth and a versatile pleasure
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The Seiko Presage Classic Series is silky smooth and a versatile pleasure

Taking inspiration from the finest of fabrics, the Presage Classic Series looks to be your next smart-casual companion.
Our favourite Seiko watches of 2024
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Our favourite Seiko watches of 2024

With as many releases as you'd expect from Seiko, it took some thinking to whittle them down to only five favourites.
VERSUS: The Hamilton Murph 38 comes up against the Seiko Alpinist SPB121
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VERSUS: The Hamilton Murph 38 comes up against the Seiko Alpinist SPB121

Hamilton Murph 38 or Seiko Alpinist SPB121? Which of the two field watches walks away the winner?
Our favourite Grand Seiko watches of 2024
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Our favourite Grand Seiko watches of 2024

Grand Seiko released a ton of watches this year, but we managed to narrow down our five favourites.
Grand Seiko makes the SBGH349 Icefall larger, but also more lightweight – and also proves a trend
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Grand Seiko makes the SBGH349 Icefall larger, but also more lightweight – and also proves a trend

Grand Seiko outfits the Icefall dial with a 40mm High-Intensity Titanium case.
What’s next for Seiko’s Australian limited-edition adventures?
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What’s next for Seiko’s Australian limited-edition adventures?

Australia has been treated to quite a few limited-edition Seikos recently. What's next?
The surprising way Seiko will survive the watch slump
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The surprising way Seiko will survive the watch slump

Seiko's not-so-secret systems segment, which dabbles in AI and car sharing among other areas, is boosting its bottom line.
How Seiko’s “The Gift of Time” short documentary has made me appreciate my most prized watch even more
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How Seiko’s “The Gift of Time” short documentary has made me appreciate my most prized watch even more

Seiko's "The Gift of Time" film showcases why its romantic interpretation of time is not just mere marketing - it is integral to Japan's culture.
Seiko President Akio Naito on Grand Seiko’s impressive growth, community engagement, and making icons
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Seiko President Akio Naito on Grand Seiko’s impressive growth, community engagement, and making icons

As Grand Seiko eyes further Australian (and global) expansion, CEO Akio Naito reveals the brand is committed to closely listening to its fans.
The Grand Seiko SLGA025 Atera Blue may have one of the best dials the brand has ever made
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The Grand Seiko SLGA025 Atera Blue may have one of the best dials the brand has ever made

We take a closer look at the delectable green-blue hues of the new GS Atera Blue.
Seiko’s latest limited edition, the Prospex Alpinist SPB489, evokes the Australian Outback’s heat haze
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Seiko’s latest limited edition, the Prospex Alpinist SPB489, evokes the Australian Outback’s heat haze

This Australia-inspired limited-edition Seiko features a red-hot dial that shimmers like an Outback desert mirage.
Seiko teams up with Porter Classic for the Laurel-inspired Presage SPB449
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Seiko teams up with Porter Classic for the Laurel-inspired Presage SPB449

Seiko collaborates with Japanese sartorial brand Porter Classic, producing a black enamel-dialled tribute to the Laurel.
Seiko’s newest Astron GPS Solar 3X62s are the most conventional-looking, easy-to-operate GPS Astrons yet
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Seiko’s newest Astron GPS Solar 3X62s are the most conventional-looking, easy-to-operate GPS Astrons yet

Seiko returns to the GPS-enabled Astron line with a slimmer movement and a more approachable overall design with three new models.
Seiko expands the popular 5 Sports GMT range with three stylish new looks
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Seiko expands the popular 5 Sports GMT range with three stylish new looks

The Seiko 5KX GMT collection added three stylish new variants in 2024, broadening its already robust appeal.
From car seats to supercars: A heart-racing ride with Seiko
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From car seats to supercars: A heart-racing ride with Seiko

Vroom, vroom... Mitchell and Alex were off to the races with Seiko.
The Seiko Presage Star Bar Cocktail Time SRE015 is a faceted femme fatale
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The Seiko Presage Star Bar Cocktail Time SRE015 is a faceted femme fatale

With the vintage flare of a faceted crystal and small size, Seiko shows that you don't need to shrink it and pink it.
Seiko celebrates the Ichigo Ichie in Sydney and Melbourne, reminding us to slow down every once in a while
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Seiko celebrates the Ichigo Ichie in Sydney and Melbourne, reminding us to slow down every once in a while

A week after the watch's launch, we got to taste what it's about.
The mid-sized Grand Seiko SBGH347 debuts a new dial texture inspired by a frozen waterfall
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The mid-sized Grand Seiko SBGH347 debuts a new dial texture inspired by a frozen waterfall

The Grand Seiko SBGH347 not only debuts an icy blue dial with a brand new texture, but also the first-ever 37mm Ever-Brilliant Steel case.
Seiko serves up another limited-edition, Australian whisky-inspired Presage Cocktail Time with a delicious dial
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Seiko serves up another limited-edition, Australian whisky-inspired Presage Cocktail Time with a delicious dial

Following on from the success of last year's "Irori Moments", Seiko collaborates with formative Australian whisky distillery Lark on a second Australasian limited edition.
The Grand Seiko SLGW005 tributes a 1968 45GS with a double-signed Seiko dial
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The Grand Seiko SLGW005 tributes a 1968 45GS with a double-signed Seiko dial

With Seiko and Grand Seiko on the dial, a high-beat manually wound movement, and a Zaratsu-polished case, the SLGW005 takes us back to the 1960s.
Need a diver under US$3,000? Meet the new Seiko Prospex Marinemaster SLA077 & SLA079
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Need a diver under US$3,000? Meet the new Seiko Prospex Marinemaster SLA077 & SLA079

Seiko's 1960s dive watch icon is back in black and white. Meet the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster SLA077 & SLA079.
Grand Seiko drops two new Hotaka-inspired limited editions in time for autumn (live pics)
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Grand Seiko drops two new Hotaka-inspired limited editions in time for autumn (live pics)

The new Grand Seiko SBGY035 and SBGA499 limited editions celebrate a special anniversary with autumn-inspired red dials.
Seiko dominated the 1960s with three historical firsts in style and technical innovation
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Seiko dominated the 1960s with three historical firsts in style and technical innovation

Seiko has been a much-loved enthusiast brand for a long time. But it was the 1960s that defined its long-term success.
6 of the best 1960s watches, an era dominated by science & Seiko
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6 of the best 1960s watches, an era dominated by science & Seiko

The '60s were a particularly groovy and innovative time for watchmaking, especially thanks to Seiko.
What is Seiko Spring Drive? Is it quartz? Is it mechanical?
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What is Seiko Spring Drive? Is it quartz? Is it mechanical?

Seiko engineer Yoshikazu Akahane dreamt up the revolutionary Spring Drive movement technology in the late 1970s. But what is it?
Credor: A history of the Seiko Corporation’s most enigmatic brand and its defining characteristics
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Credor: A history of the Seiko Corporation’s most enigmatic brand and its defining characteristics

With Credor largely sheltered in Japan, we dig into the history of Seiko's secretive brand and its defining characteristics.
King Seiko goes preppy with Ivy League inspiration and a new case size
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King Seiko goes preppy with Ivy League inspiration and a new case size

The smallest modern King Seiko to date tells the story of how influential Ivy League style has been on Japanese fashion, with a new 36mm…
New releases from Blancpain, Grand Seiko, Chronoswiss and more
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New releases from Blancpain, Grand Seiko, Chronoswiss and more

Blancpain goes for (red) gold, Grand Seiko and Seiko tease with USA and EU exclusives.
Grand Seiko debuts two new kira-zuri USA exclusives that will stir up global envy
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Grand Seiko debuts two new kira-zuri USA exclusives that will stir up global envy

The dusty rose and cool blue dials of the new Grand Seiko USA exclusives are bound to have international fans groaning.
The new Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Pogue tributes the brand’s legendary space chronograph
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The new Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Pogue tributes the brand’s legendary space chronograph

The Pogue is back.
The Grand Seiko SBGC275 Shinshu Sunrise boasts a fiery, lion’s mane dial
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The Grand Seiko SBGC275 Shinshu Sunrise boasts a fiery, lion’s mane dial

The good news is the Grand Seiko SBGC275 has a beautiful red dial. The bad news? It's a limited edition of 700 pieces.
Zach visits the world’s largest Grand Seiko boutique
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Zach visits the world’s largest Grand Seiko boutique

Grand Seiko's biggest boutique isn't in Japan - it's in New York City. We share an exclusive look inside.
Is the Seiko Presage SPB445 the best Arita Porcelain dial watch yet?
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Is the Seiko Presage SPB445 the best Arita Porcelain dial watch yet?

One of the things that makes Seiko such an interesting brand is that it’s not afraid to celebrate its Japanese-ness. This is most commonly expressed…
The 4R34 brings classy utility to the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time GMT
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The 4R34 brings classy utility to the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time GMT

Seiko's entry-level GMT movement has been making the rounds, most recently landing in the Presage Cocktail Time GMT.
Seiko revisits the summer of ’69 with the King Seiko KS1969
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Seiko revisits the summer of ’69 with the King Seiko KS1969

Seiko goes back to years past to unveil the new quartet of King Seiko KS1969 models.
New releases from Seiko, Omega, Studio Underd0g and more
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New releases from Seiko, Omega, Studio Underd0g and more

This week saw both Seiko and King Seiko releases, while Omega celebrated signing Barry Keoghan as its latest ambassador with new Speedmasters.
A guide to every Seiko brand
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A guide to every Seiko brand

Credor, King Seiko, Grand Seiko, Prospex or Presage - how do these Seiko brands and collections actually stack up?
The Grand Seiko SBGH283 you can only buy at their Studio Shizukuishi in Japan
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The Grand Seiko SBGH283 you can only buy at their Studio Shizukuishi in Japan

Zach commemorated his visit to Studio Shizukuishi in Japan with the purchase of an exclusive Grand Seiko SBGH283 watch.
The Grand Seiko SLGW002 and SLGW003 are classier White Birch evolutions
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The Grand Seiko SLGW002 and SLGW003 are classier White Birch evolutions

A new dial, a new movement, and a new material make up what could be the definition of a Grand Seiko dress watch in the…
Seiko President Akio Naito says Grand Seiko micro-adjustment is “on the way”
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Seiko President Akio Naito says Grand Seiko micro-adjustment is “on the way”

A long-desired feature for Grand Seiko bracelets, a LinkedIn comment from Seiko President Akio Naito suggests it is in the works.
Seiko make a microbrand move by tweaking the 20MAS
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Seiko make a microbrand move by tweaking the 20MAS

Just a few years after releasing the ever-popular 20MAS, Seiko returns with three new and improved variants - 24MAS, anyone?
13 of the greatest Grand Seikos yet, and why they matter
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13 of the greatest Grand Seikos yet, and why they matter

Our guide to the best Grand Seiko references of the modern era, and why they're so important.
Seiko, it’s time to bring the Age of Discovery back
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Seiko, it’s time to bring the Age of Discovery back

Few brands can match the quirkiness of Seiko in the 1990s, and Buffy feels it may be time for some of it to return.
New releases from Rolex, Grand Seiko, Bulgari and more
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New releases from Rolex, Grand Seiko, Bulgari and more

Rounding out some of the hottest drops of W&W 2024 in this special edition of Last Week in Watches.
The Grand Seiko Starry Night SBGW314 puts some sparkle in their history
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The Grand Seiko Starry Night SBGW314 puts some sparkle in their history

Tributing the very first Grand Seiko, the brand introduces a star-studded, manual-winding limited edition.
The Grand Seiko SLGH021 debuts a new Genbi Valley-inspired dial pattern in luscious light green
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The Grand Seiko SLGH021 debuts a new Genbi Valley-inspired dial pattern in luscious light green

The new Grand Seiko SLGH021 “Genbi Valley” Limited Edition introduces a light green dial with a brand-spanking new dial pattern.
Every Grand Seiko release from Watches and Wonders 2024
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Every Grand Seiko release from Watches and Wonders 2024

Want the lowdown on all the watches Grand Seiko debuted at Watches & Wonders 2024? We run through all the highlights right here.
Seiko brings their “Birth & Rebirth” exhibition Down Under, featuring rare vintage watches & Power Design Project pieces
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Seiko brings their “Birth & Rebirth” exhibition Down Under, featuring rare vintage watches & Power Design Project pieces

The Seiko Birth & Rebirth pop-up exhibition in Sydney is a must-see.
Are compass bezels on watches actually useful? Adam put his Seiko to the test!
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Are compass bezels on watches actually useful? Adam put his Seiko to the test!

Adam pursues his primal instincts of solar navigation with a compass bezel for education and entertainment.
The Grand Seiko SBGH345 is a new Ever-Brilliant Steel online exclusive with a red Mt. Iwate dial
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The Grand Seiko SBGH345 is a new Ever-Brilliant Steel online exclusive with a red Mt. Iwate dial

Grand Seiko has already introduced six new references in the month of February. Well... Meet the seventh: the new SBGH345.
The new Grand Seiko SBGH341 & SBGH343 debut the modern 62GS case in a new 38mm size
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The new Grand Seiko SBGH341 & SBGH343 debut the modern 62GS case in a new 38mm size

Grand Seiko has just debuted a new 38mm 62GS case, and these two new models are the first to use a hi-beat calibre and titanium…
New releases from Piaget, Urwerk, Grand Seiko and more
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New releases from Piaget, Urwerk, Grand Seiko and more

Piaget brought back the OG Polo, Grand Seiko celebrated a milestone and Breitling teamed up with Victoria Beckham this week.
Grand Seiko celebrates a key milestone with the hot SBGE305 “Hotaka Summer”
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Grand Seiko celebrates a key milestone with the hot SBGE305 “Hotaka Summer”

This fiery GMT celebrates the 20th anniversary of Grand Seiko's 9R Spring Drive movement line with aplomb.
The new Grand Seiko SBGA497: when “Shunbun” meets “Snowflake”
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The new Grand Seiko SBGA497: when “Shunbun” meets “Snowflake”

Grand Seiko celebrates the 20th anniversary of their 9R Spring Drive movement with a new pink take on their flagship "Snowflake" dial.
Grand Seiko’s two new “Snowflake” models incite an interesting discussion
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Grand Seiko’s two new “Snowflake” models incite an interesting discussion

Grand Seiko expands its range of signature white "Snowflake" dial watches with two new quartz models.
Is the OG Seiko SKX still worth its premium?
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Is the OG Seiko SKX still worth its premium?

We revisit everyone's favourite entry-level diver. Does its charm excuse the fact it's no longer affordable?
New releases from Franck Muller, Seiko, Otsuka Lotec and more
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New releases from Franck Muller, Seiko, Otsuka Lotec and more

2024 kicks off with an independent-dominated collection of releases.
In a packed year of releases, these are the top 5 Seiko watches of 2023
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In a packed year of releases, these are the top 5 Seiko watches of 2023

Seiko released dozens of watches this year - we've whittled it down to the 5 best.
The three watches Buffy wore most in 2023 – Seiko, Seiko, and Seiko
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The three watches Buffy wore most in 2023 – Seiko, Seiko, and Seiko

Buffy Seikoed-out for 2023 after snagging an unbelievable bargain.
The three watches Borna wore most in 2023 – Tudor, Seiko, Universal Genève
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The three watches Borna wore most in 2023 – Tudor, Seiko, Universal Genève

With two clear stand-outs, Borna found it somewhat challenging to figure out his third most-worn watch of the year.
Grand Seiko’s latest trio of online exclusives are worth skipping the boutique experience for
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Grand Seiko’s latest trio of online exclusives are worth skipping the boutique experience for

The Grand Seiko SBGA469, SLGH011, and SLGH019 are three interesting watches best seen 'in the metal'. But they can only be purchased exclusively online.
Seiko launches two panda-flavoured Speedtimer chronographs inspired by a 1972 design
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Seiko launches two panda-flavoured Speedtimer chronographs inspired by a 1972 design

Retro-inspired racing chronographs are some of the hottest watches in the industry, so it's no wonder Seiko is expanding the Speedtimer range.
Seiko’s Prospex Whitsunday SPB429J is a Sumo with summer-ready colours
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Seiko’s Prospex Whitsunday SPB429J is a Sumo with summer-ready colours

Seiko continues to treat Australian fans with yet another special edition, this time focused on the azure seas of the Whitsunday Islands.
A reinvented flagship – the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1965
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A reinvented flagship – the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1965

59 years on, Seiko debuts three new Marinemasters, paying homage to not only Seiko's first diver but also the first Japanese dive watch.
Grand Seiko’s whirlpool-inspired SBGH331 Oceania limited edition has got Antipodean watch fans in a spin
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Grand Seiko’s whirlpool-inspired SBGH331 Oceania limited edition has got Antipodean watch fans in a spin

Inspired by an undeniably Japanese natural phenomenon, it weirdly makes sense for a watch earmarked for Australia and New Zealand.
An epic mid-size battle between the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 & Grand Seiko SBGW299
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An epic mid-size battle between the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 & Grand Seiko SBGW299

Full disclosure, I have meant to have these two watches go head-to-head in battle on the site for quite some time. Fanboys like myself have…
New releases from Boldr, Bremont, Grand Seiko and more
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New releases from Boldr, Bremont, Grand Seiko and more

We take a look at all the things brands have to offer before Dubai Watch Week 2023.
Living the jet set lifestyle for a day with the Grand Seiko SBGE285 Spring Drive GMT
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Living the jet set lifestyle for a day with the Grand Seiko SBGE285 Spring Drive GMT

I might not have a private jet or drive a Ferrari, but wearing this GS for a day made me feel like I do.
The Grand Seiko 36.5mm 44GS range expands with three new U.S. exclusive references (SBGW309, SBGW311, SBGW313)
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The Grand Seiko 36.5mm 44GS range expands with three new U.S. exclusive references (SBGW309, SBGW311, SBGW313)

Grand Seiko has just launched three new U.S exclusive midsize 44GS references at their GS9 Club USA event.
The Seiko Prospex SPB411 stays true to its vintage inspiration
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The Seiko Prospex SPB411 stays true to its vintage inspiration

Seiko pays tribute to the brand's first-ever dual-time watch, going all the way back to 1968 for inspiration.
The Grand Seiko SBGW297 & SBGW299 bring back bracelets to 36.5mm 44GS cases
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The Grand Seiko SBGW297 & SBGW299 bring back bracelets to 36.5mm 44GS cases

Grand Seiko expands the popular 36.5mm 44GS line with two new fan-textured dials, complete with steel bracelets.
Going for a ‘Spring Drive’ with Grand Seiko
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Going for a ‘Spring Drive’ with Grand Seiko

Jamie and Borna were lucky enough to go driving supercars with Grand Seiko. Must be nice.
The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration
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The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration

The new Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50J takes inspiration from an Australian whisky distillery's bespoke cocktail
Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks
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Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

We discuss the Queen frontman's humble Seiko, the semi-finalists for the inaugural Louis Vuitton Watch Prize as well as rare vintage Vacherons making their way…
The Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition SRPK39 is a badass tribute to “The Little Dragon”
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The Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition SRPK39 is a badass tribute to “The Little Dragon”

As a cultural icon and famous wearer of the brand, Seiko is honouring Bruce Lee with the SRPK39 Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition.
Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 5: Seiko/Epson Shiojiri Studio Shinshu – home of all Spring Drive, 9F quartz, and the Micro Artist Studio
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Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 5: Seiko/Epson Shiojiri Studio Shinshu – home of all Spring Drive, 9F quartz, and the Micro Artist Studio

Editor’s note: We have finally reached the end of the Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour series. In part one I detailed my visit to Grand Seiko…
New releases from Zenith, Seiko, JLC and more
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New releases from Zenith, Seiko, JLC and more

Even if you say you are not going to buy one of them, you were probably eagerly waiting for the new Swatch x Blancpain collaboration.…
The Grand Seiko SBGJ275 and SBGM253 take to Mount Iwate skies celebrating the 9S movement
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The Grand Seiko SBGJ275 and SBGM253 take to Mount Iwate skies celebrating the 9S movement

The Grand Seiko SBGJ275 and SBGM253 celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 9S mechanical movement The SBGJ275 from the Sport Collection depicts the cloudy sky…
Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 4: Chatting with the man behind the Kodo at Atelier Ginza
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Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 4: Chatting with the man behind the Kodo at Atelier Ginza

We are nearing the end of this Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour series. In part one I detailed my visit to Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi, the…
New releases from Grand Seiko, Garrick, Tissot, Bulova and more
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New releases from Grand Seiko, Garrick, Tissot, Bulova and more

Novelty drops are picking up again, and thanks to the upcoming Geneva Watch Days fair at the end of the month, there will be plenty…
The new Grand Seiko Katana Collection debuts new dial textures inspired by katana artistry
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The new Grand Seiko Katana Collection debuts new dial textures inspired by katana artistry

This new Grand Seiko 44GS steel Spring Drive trio uses katana artistry as a muse for their dials The SBGA489 and SBGA491 introduce a new…
The King Seiko SJE095 takes its dial inspiration from Japan’s national flower
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The King Seiko SJE095 takes its dial inspiration from Japan’s national flower

The King Seiko SJE095 highlights a chrysanthemum pattern as Japan’s national flower. The case is based on the original King Seiko from 1965 with an…