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In the early 1910s, the Japanese watch manufacturer debuted its first mechanical watch. In continuation of its development, Seiko has launched its automatic caliber in the 1950s, along with its marvel, which is the creation of its shock absorbing system for the movement; known as the "Diashock" system.
Seiko has gone through a decade of refining and developing its mechanical watchmaking skills. These had led to the creation of Seiko's all-mechanical collection; the Presage.
Seiko Presage Classic Series Grey Ref. SARX123 / SPB465 |
In the Presage line consist of Seiko's leading mechanical watch collection at nearly every price point imaginable, like the caliber 4R, 6R and 8R, and today we introduced to you a new series, the Seiko Presage Classic Series Grey – Ref. SARX123. This is a classic dress watch entirely made in-house by Seiko.
Seiko is both a genius watchmaker and master in craftsmanship, not just in reliability and quality of their timepieces, but also in their aesthetics and craftsmanship. Therefore today we will be focusing more on the latter.
The Presage measures a 40.2mm in diameter with a thickness of 13mm and lug-to-lug distance of 46mm, making it very wearable as an everyday watch on any occasion. The dial featured here is a smoke grey dial, giving the watch a classic timeless look. Seiko brings this concept by no means a random consideration.
Intricate finishing on the multi faceted case and bracelet |
Further, underneath the dual curved sapphire crustal belies the hour markers are silver batons, applied directly onto its dial surface. One can easily spend hours looking at the watch to admire the intricate details that Seiko has put into this excellent dress watch, withstanding the very close scrutiny, and able to pass with flying colors.
This remarkable timepiece comes on a retro multi-linked stainless steel bracelet that extends seamlessly from its case made from the same material, allowing it to form a single perfect timepiece that ensures comfortable wear while withstanding the harshest conditions. The faceted links from case to folding buckle enjoy a brushed finish with polished bevels.
Caliber 6R55. Seiko Automatic. |
Always seeking to improve, Seiko unveils its latest engine, the 6R55 caliber, an upgrade from the workhorse 6R15 and 2019's 6R35. This movement is totally new in 2023, making this timepiece the first few to feature Seiko's new automatic caliber. Maintaining operation at 21,600 BPH (3 Hertz) with hacking and hand winding capabilities, this engine has 24 jewels and a longer power reserve of 72 hours (3 days), a whopping 22 hours more than the 7R and 6S.
While Japan is synonymous with longstanding cultural history. Valuing their tradition till today, in terms of design and manufacturing values. The Seiko Presage Classic Series Grey – Ref. SARX123 is an every day, elegant dress watch that is reasonable priced. It showcases Seiko's ability to combine their manufacturing capabilities with Japan's own everlasting culture. This beauty from the Presage collection has offered authentic traditional craftsmanship, pairing with Seiko's state-of-the-art in-house movement.
Maker | Seiko Japan |
Movement | Caliber 6R55. Seiko Automatic. |
Accuracy range | +25/-15 sec per day |
Dial | Grey |
Luminous | Lumibrite |
Case | Stainless steel (super hard coating) |
Crown type | Push-in. Signed Crown |
Lug width | 20mm |
Crystal material | Sapphire crystal, Anti-reflective coating on inner surface |
Strap | Stainless steel (super hard coating) |
Water resistance | 100m |
Dimensions | 40.2mm in diameter, 46mm lug to lug, 13mm thick. |
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