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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.
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…
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.
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…
The slender new King Seiko collection channels the retro elegance of the 1965 original
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The slender new King Seiko collection channels the retro elegance of the 1965 original

The ‘60s were an important era for Seiko, as it saw the introduction of both the Grand Seiko and King Seiko lines. Originally launched to…
New dials and dimensions for the King Seiko 110th Anniversary
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New dials and dimensions for the King Seiko 110th Anniversary

Though the story of Seiko began almost 150 years ago, the first wristwatch wouldn’t come until three decades later, in 1913 with the Seiko Laurel.…
VIDEO: The King Seiko SJE087 gets sexed up with gilt features and a champagne dial
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VIDEO: The King Seiko SJE087 gets sexed up with gilt features and a champagne dial

The King Seiko era is an often overlooked piece of Seiko’s long and bountiful history. But, as last year marked the 60th anniversary of the…
HANDS-ON: The King Seiko KSK Re-Creation Limited Edition SJE087
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HANDS-ON: The King Seiko KSK Re-Creation Limited Edition SJE087

The King Seiko era is an often overlooked piece of Seiko’s long and bountiful history, as this brand with so many achievements is never short…
The One I Got Away From – The 1971 King Seiko 5626-7000
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The One I Got Away From – The 1971 King Seiko 5626-7000

As a hobby, watch collecting is often full of little surprises. When it comes to the resale value of a watch, I can get a…
The King Seiko KSK SJE083 is the reissue that any Seiko fan needs to check out
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The King Seiko KSK SJE083 is the reissue that any Seiko fan needs to check out

A release that sent murmurs of excitement through Seiko fans around the world, the King Seiko KSK SJE083, a reissue of the ref. 44-9990.
INTRODUCING: The Return of the King with the revived King Seiko KSK SJE083
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INTRODUCING: The Return of the King with the revived King Seiko KSK SJE083

If you’re a regular reader of Time+Tide, you’re no doubt familiar with both Seiko and the delectably finished Grand Seiko, but you might never have…
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.
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 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?
Seiko grows the SKX-style 5 Sports lineup by shrinking the case
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Seiko grows the SKX-style 5 Sports lineup by shrinking the case

Seiko’s popular 5 Sports line grows with 4 versions in a new 38mm case size Four dial colours are available from launch, including a still-trendy…
HANDS-ON: The Seiko King Sumo collection gets a heavyweight update
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HANDS-ON: The Seiko King Sumo collection gets a heavyweight update

It’s almost impossible to point out a Seiko model that couldn’t be described as a classic in some way, but the Seiko Sumo has enjoyed…
VIDEO: The Grand Seiko SBGW264 reinforces the brand’s bid to become the king of dials
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VIDEO: The Grand Seiko SBGW264 reinforces the brand’s bid to become the king of dials

Grand Seiko never disappoints with their novelties. Some creations may not be for your taste or budget, but it is very rare (if ever) you…
The Grand Seiko SBGW264 reinforces the brand’s bid to become the king of dials
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The Grand Seiko SBGW264 reinforces the brand’s bid to become the king of dials

Grand Seiko never disappoints with their novelties. Some creations may not be for your taste or budget, but it is very rare (if ever) you…
“They polish places nobody can see.” Why the Instagram king of macro videography loves Grand Seiko
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“They polish places nobody can see.” Why the Instagram king of macro videography loves Grand Seiko

In this instalment of our discussion with the King of the Close-Up, Mr @horomariobro (you can find the first part right here), we take a…
VIDEO: The Grand Seiko Hi-Beat GMT SBGJ237 & SBGJ239 are two of the boldest, and best looking steel sports watches of 2020
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VIDEO: The Grand Seiko Hi-Beat GMT SBGJ237 & SBGJ239 are two of the boldest, and best looking steel sports watches of 2020

Editor’s note: When I first saw this video in the middle of last week, I hit the team WhatsApp message thread with a vengeance. Omitting…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Revolution and The Rake are kicking Covid’s arse, the Seiko modding craze and *eggplant emoji *
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Revolution and The Rake are kicking Covid’s arse, the Seiko modding craze and *eggplant emoji *

It’s been another big week of Covid-19 era life here at Time+Tide, with Zoom calls with the Girard-Perregaux HQ (up to 90 people joined in…
HANDS-ON: The Monta Oceanking, a watch price-positioned between Seiko and Tudor
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HANDS-ON: The Monta Oceanking, a watch price-positioned between Seiko and Tudor

When the Monta Oceanking arrived one day, I didn’t quite know what to make of it. Luckily, I was able to secure a phone interview…
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 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.
Why making watches is an uphill battle outside of Switzerland
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Why making watches is an uphill battle outside of Switzerland

Why is Switzerland such a watchmaking powerhouse, and why is it so hard to make watches outside of the country?
The 8 best Australian watch brands forging a new watchmaking tradition Down Under
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The 8 best Australian watch brands forging a new watchmaking tradition Down Under

Australia might not be the first place you think of when you're talking watches, but the Land Down Under is home to some seriously interesting…
These 12 brands prove Chinese watchmaking shouldn’t be overlooked
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These 12 brands prove Chinese watchmaking shouldn’t be overlooked

China can't be ignored when it comes to horological significance, as these top Chinese watch brands prove with their artisanal quality.
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.
10 of the best California dial watches making the most of the quirky layout
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10 of the best California dial watches making the most of the quirky layout

The origins of the California dial may remain a mystery, but what we know for certain is that these are some of the best you…
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.
Taking to the skies – these are 6 of the best flieger watches
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Taking to the skies – these are 6 of the best flieger watches

This particular niche of pilot's watches has become a sought-after category in itself.
Andrew tells the New York Times why quartz watches are ticking upward in interest
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Andrew tells the New York Times why quartz watches are ticking upward in interest

The tick may give some the ick, but quartz watches are undeniably making a strong comeback.
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.
Best gift watches under $500, from sturdy stocking stuffers to retro throwbacks
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Best gift watches under $500, from sturdy stocking stuffers to retro throwbacks

Just in time for the holidays, we pick the best gift watches under $500.
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.
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.
Taking a deep dive into the Omega Seamaster
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Taking a deep dive into the Omega Seamaster

From James Bond to Joe Biden's wrist, we take a deep dive into the evolution of the classic Omega Seamaster
Rethinking the travel watch with the Formex Stratos UTC
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Rethinking the travel watch with the Formex Stratos UTC

This travel timepiece offers a more complex take on a GMT.
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.
Making the most of the new Maen Lunar Classic 36
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Making the most of the new Maen Lunar Classic 36

Spending some time with the Maen Lunar Classic 36 made me realise it pairs perfectly with a strong Negroni.
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.
5 of the best beads-of-rice bracelet watches evoking the advent of the tool watch
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5 of the best beads-of-rice bracelet watches evoking the advent of the tool watch

Are they dressy or are they sporty? Buffy delves deeper into watches making the most of BOR vintage flair.
Should you take ring watches seriously? Their history and place in watchmaking
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Should you take ring watches seriously? Their history and place in watchmaking

For as long as watchmaking has been distinguished from clockmaking, the Venn diagram between watches and jewellery has been a circle. No amount of utility…
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.
Konstantin Chaykin’s ingenious ThinKing is the new thinnest watch in the world, kind of
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Konstantin Chaykin’s ingenious ThinKing is the new thinnest watch in the world, kind of

The ThinKing required all of the master watchmaker's genius to make it the thinnest mechanical watch in the world, which measures just 1.65mm.
9 of the best dress watches making sure you won’t be underdressed in any occasion
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9 of the best dress watches making sure you won’t be underdressed in any occasion

Dress watches should be minimal, slim and small - and here's some of the best examples you should add to your collection.
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.
The best Eastern Arabic numeral watches for those looking for some Middle Eastern flavour
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The best Eastern Arabic numeral watches for those looking for some Middle Eastern flavour

Easter Arabic numerals carry some of the most luxurious connotations in the watch industry, and these are the best watches to find them on.
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.
11 of the best GMT watches for tracking the time all around the globe
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11 of the best GMT watches for tracking the time all around the globe

Being able to track multiple time zones at once is both practical and romantic - here are some of the best watches that can.
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.
Poo-tina: UK farmer unearths lost Rolex Air-King eaten by his cow 50 years ago
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Poo-tina: UK farmer unearths lost Rolex Air-King eaten by his cow 50 years ago

You might call bull, but a metal-detector and some good luck reunited this farmer with his Rolex Air-King, after being eaten by a cow.
The Nivada Grenchen Chronoking Mecaquartz Salmon is for the fancy fighter pilot in us all
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The Nivada Grenchen Chronoking Mecaquartz Salmon is for the fancy fighter pilot in us all

A modern reinterpretation that brings elements from across the Nivada back catalogue for a pleasing finish that can do it all.
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.
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.
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 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.
Looking Back: The team’s favourite Watches & Wonders 2023 releases
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Looking Back: The team’s favourite Watches & Wonders 2023 releases

With Watches & Wonders Geneva 2024 only two weeks away, we wanted to look back at some of our favourites from last year.
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 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…
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.
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 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.