Bangalore, 10 June 2019:Gifting evolves with evolving relationships. Appreciate the years of love and support, advice and guidance this Father's Day, on June16, with Seiko's Presage Arita Porcelain Dial, a new expression of the artistry from Japan.
The Presage collection has won over watch lovers throughout the world for its collection of watches that combine Seiko's traditional watchmaking skills with dials that showcase different forms of Japanese craftsmanship, from enamel to Urushi lacquer. Today, Presage brings to life another expression of Japan's rich cultural heritage in a series of two automatic watches with dials made of porcelain from Arita, a town which, for over 400 years, has been the home of porcelain in Japan. The dials, which are made in Arita itself, have the rich texture and depth, which is the signature of all the finest porcelain.
Two interpretations (SPB093, SPB095), one with a new extended power reserve caliber
This new Presage series comprises two interpretations of the design, both of which are powered by Seiko's high performance 6R series calibers. The first offers caliber 6R27, with a power reserve indicator at the nine o'clock position and a date indicator at six o'clock. The second offers a new caliber, 6R35, which delivers a power reserve of 70 hours. The crystal glass is a dual-curved sapphire, the exhibition case back reveals the fine finishing of the 6R movements and both versions are 10 bar water resistant.
Seiko Presage Arita Porcelain Dial
Caliber 6R27 (SPB093)
Vibrations: 28,800 vibrations per hour (8 beats per second)
Power reserve: 45 hours
Number of jewels: 29
Caliber 6R35 (SPB095)
Vibrations: 21,600 vibrations per hour (6 beats per second)
Power reserve: 70 hours
Number of jewels: 24
Specifications:
Stainless steel case
Arita Porcelain dial
Dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
See-through screw case back
Diameter: 40.6mm, Thickness: 14.1mm (SPB093)
Diameter: 40.5mm, Thickness: 12.4mm (SPB095)
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Crocodile strap with three-fold clasp with push button release
Price in rupees: On Request
About Seiko
Founded in 1881, SEIKO is globally renowned for its innovation in precision timekeeping and has introduced many landmark innovations - starting with the production of Japan's first wristwatch in 1913 and including the creation of the world's first quartz watch in 1969, and very recently in 2012, the world's first GPS solar watch ASTRON. Today, having been in India for just 9 years, it is the fastest growing brand in the premium watch segment in the country.
While watches remain the heart of SEIKO's business, its technological expertise in micro-engineering, metallurgy and mechatronics has caused the company to expand into many diverse fields including camera components, other precision instruments, eye glasses, as well as sports timing products.
SEIKO Watch India Pvt. Ltd. is a 100% subsidiary of SEIKO Watch Corporation, Japan. Set up in 2007, it is headquartered in Bangalore. Established with the intention of addressing the discerning needs of the Indian consumer, the company brings to India SEIKO's best and latest watches.
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