The Presage series first appeared in 2016, showing two core qualities of Seiko: respect for Japanese traditional craftsmanship, and long-standing heritage of mechanical watchmaking technology. The 2018 Presage series once again vividly demonstrates Seiko’s ability to seek and explore new development paths in these areas.
Qibao Enamel Limited Edition
Qibao enamel is a special type of enamel that originated in Japan in the 17th century. The biggest difference between it and enamel enamel lies in the polishing process after firing. This is a very challenging process for dials less than 1 mm thick. Presage’s Qibao enamel dial is made by Ando Clois-onne (Ando Qibao Store). This century-old professional manufacturer is located in Nagoya. Presage’s Qibao enamel dial is hand-glazed by the craftsman Wataru Totan. In order to make the dial comply with the high environmental protection and safety standards set by Seiko (the standard reaches the same standard as the EU RoHS), Mr. Togu uses a lead-free glaze specially developed for this series of watches and then fired at 800 degrees . Through repeated glazing and firing, the uniformity of the enamel is ensured. Only after Mr. Totani is very satisfied can the final polishing process be carried out, and a beautiful pattern emerges on the dial, and the surface achieves a beautiful and smooth effect.
The new Presage dial is dark blue, reflecting the ocean-like color. The ocean brings elements of exotic culture to Japan, but the same is true. The ocean also protects Japan from outside influences. Because of this contrast, many aspects of Japanese life, from art to industry, are influenced by overseas multiculturalism, but will eventually precipitate into a unique Japanese style. The Qibao enamel craftsmanship in Japan is a perfect example. It came to Japan across the sea and gradually developed into a mature Japanese style here. The ocean has played an important role in shaping the traditional Japanese culture. Seiko proudly incorporates the traditional Japanese seven treasure enamel craft into the Presage limited edition watch, and in this way shows its respect for the ocean. The deep and lasting blue enamel reflects the eternal blue like the sea that surrounds Japan. The pattern on the dial also symbolizes the surging waves that are constantly flowing to the coast.
Presage’s new movement and appearance
New movement and case structure create a slim new Presage watch
We are proud to announce the creation of a new 6L35 self-winding mechanical movement for the Presage series, which is specially designed for slim watches, compared to the highly acclaimed and trusted 6R15 mechanical movement, The specifications are higher, but the thickness has been reduced by 1.3 mm to only 3.7 mm. This new watch is limited to 1881 to commemorate the year of the Seiko brand.
Not only is the movement itself slimmer, but the newly designed case structure is also more sophisticated. The movement can be placed in the case from the front of the watch. In this way, the left and right sides of the case can be bent inward to fit the wrist more. In order to ensure the durability of the watch, a double bezel structure design is adopted. The inner layer is a spiral bezel and the outer cover is an auxiliary decorative bezel to cover the card slot to maintain a smooth case design. The design of the watch also complements this extraordinary movement. The case is polished using Seiko’s exclusive Zaratsu (grinding method) and is protected by an ultra-wear-resistant carbon film coating. The sapphire crystal glass is also super clear coated, which not only makes it easy to read time in different environments, but also clearly appreciates the delicate texture patterns on the dial and the blue steel seconds hand.
Japanese-style Qibao enamel limited edition
Mechanical watch with automatic power reserve display: SPB073J1
Movement model: 6R27 (SPB073J1)
Big three hands with small dial with calendar and power reserve display
Vibration frequency: 28,800 rpm (8 rpm)
Power reserve: about 45 hours (full chain state)
Number of gems: 29 stones
Self-winding mechanical watch: SPB075J1
Movement model: 6R15 (SPB075J1)
Big three hands with small dial with calendar and power reserve display
Vibration frequency: 21,600 rpm (6 rpm)
Power reserve: about 50 hours (full chain state)
Number of gems: 23 stones
Specifications:
Case
Stainless steel, Qibao enamel dial
Double curved sapphire crystal glass (non-reflective coating)
See-through spiral bottom cover
Diameter: 40.6 mm (SPB0731J1) /40.0 mm (SPB075J1)
Thickness: 14.1 mm (SPB0731J1) /12.4 mm (SPB075J1)
Water resistance: 10 bar
Antimagnetic performance: 10 bar, antimagnetic function: 4,800A / m
Strap
Crocodile leather strap, tri-fold button switch clasp
Recommended retail price in China: RMB 11,800 (SPB0731J1) / RMB 9,900 (SPB075J1)
Limited edition of 2500 SPB0731J1 and SPB0751J1 each
Available September 2018
Ultra-thin self-winding mechanical watch: SJE073J1
Movement model: 6L35
Vibration frequency: 28,800 rpm (8 rpm)
Power reserve: about 45 hours (full chain state)
Number of gems: 26 stones
Specifications:
Case
Ultra-wear-resistant carbon film-treated stainless steel
Ultra-clear coating on sapphire crystal
Diameter: 40.7 mm, thickness: 9.8 mm
Rotating bezel with see-through spiral case back
Water resistance: 10 bar, anti-magnetic function: 4,800A / m
Strap
Recommended retail price in China: RMB 16,800
Limited edition of 1,881
Available September 2018-