Time” is the most valuable possession we earn in our “lifetime” thereby highly accentuating the requirement of precision watches for all of us...yes, this statement has stood the tough test of time, revealing it to be the top most priority of all successful people we know.
Wearable watches have now been around for a quite a few centuries and their importance seems to rising with a pace that is at par with the pace of evolving technology and our lifestyles, necessitating functionality features along with precision, quality, design and style in our watches.
Seiko, the Japanese brand fulfils all of these requirements in watches, it has a rich history dating back to 1881 when Kintarō Hattori first opened a clock repair shop in Tokyo and began designing wall clocks and pocket watches naming his company “Seikosha" meaning "House of Exquisite Workmanship." then in 1924, Seiko produced its first wristwatch under the “Seiko” brand name.
2024 being Seiko’s centenary year, their commitment to innovation and quality has cemented their reputation globally, appealing to world wide watches enthusiasts from serious collectors to casual wearers.
Offering Dubai Shoppers a wide range of Seiko watches for every occasion for both men and women from high-end luxury watches to the conveniently affordable ones, the brand has earned a very strong presence in everyday wear and professional timekeeping too, which also includes seekers of sports and diving watches.
Let’s delve in details and find out the best Seiko watches for all occasions for Men and Women and we’ll also see the Limited-edition watches that make up for the Watch Trends 2024 .
Men's Watches :
Seiko offers a broad range of styles for Men from classic luxury watches to robust sports models. Men's collections are exquisitely designed with both mechanical and quartz movement catering to different preferences.
Luxury Watches :
Grand Seiko :
Established in 1960, this is Seiko's high-end luxury line for those who really value exquisite handmade craftsmanship and high precision. In this watch high-precision parts are adjusted by hand for tolerances of one-hundredth of a millimetre yielding masterpieces that are worthy of the most discerning eyes.
These watches reflect the ambition of the original Grand Seiko team who made a watch as precise, durable and beautiful as could be, earning it ‘the king of watches’ title and it has since been a symbol of Grand Seiko for nearly six decades now.
Grand Seiko watches are regarded highly by connoisseurs of luxury watch brands.
Pricing for Grand Seiko watches start around $3,000 and go up to $50,000
Mid-Range :
Prospex :
Known for their durability and functionality, this series especially caters to sports enthusiast and marine lovers with their wide range of ocean diving watches.
Depending on the specific model and its functional features pricing of these robust watches usually range between $400 to $2,000
·Astron:
This Seiko’s series appeals to the space lovers and features advanced technology such as GPS solar power making them a premium choice for all the tech-savvy users too who also appreciate luxury.
Sporting advanced technology like GPS solar power, these watches range between $1,000 to $3,500.
Affordable Range :
·Presage :
Offering elegant designs and traditional craftsmanship, these watches combine traditional craftsmanship and modern design with quality at a mid-range price point.
Prices generally ranges between 300 to $1,000.
·Seiko 5 :
This series of Seiko watches are known for their durability and automatic movements and for their affordability and reliability. Seiko 5 with its range of automatic watches are most popular among the entry-level watch enthusiasts. Prices
typically ranges between $100 to $300.
Women's Watches:
Seiko's women watches are elegant and are mostly jewellery-inspired designs, they also have variations that are practical and suit as casual everyday watches.
Styled with slim profiles and sophisticated detailing Seiko has been offering several luxury watch variations for women especially within their Grand Seiko and Presage lines.
These elegant luxury watches combine high-quality materials, sophisticated design and their trademark precise craftsmanship.
Let’s see some notable luxury options along with their approximate prices:
1. Grand Seiko Women's Watches·Grand Seiko Elegance Collection : These elegant watches are designed delicately with mother-of-pearl dials, diamond hour markers and luxurious 18k gold materials.
Prices typically range between $5,000 to $20,000.
Choose the Grand Seiko Elegance Collection for women SBGK007 with a pink mother-of-pearl dial and diamond markers is priced around $10,000. There is also,Grand Seiko STGK007 : This model is designed with a stainless steel case, diamond bezel and a mother-of-pearl dial pricing around $9,000.
2. Seiko Presage Women's Watches:·Presage Cocktail Time "Starlight" Limited Edition :
The design of this watch featuring a deep blue dial with a textured pattern is inspired by cocktail bars and crafted with intricate attention to detail with a prices range between $500 to $1,000.
·Presage Enamel Dial Limited Edition :These watches showcase enamel dials which is a traditional Japanese craft and is combined with automatic movements. Prices generally range between $1,000 to $2,000.
3. Seiko Lukia : Seiko Lukia Automatic:
This sparkling watch line for women features automatic movements and sapphire crystals and is known for its vibrant colours and stylish design with prices ranging between $1,000 to $2,500.
Seiko Lukia SSQV080 -This design includes a pink ceramic bezel, a mother-of-pearl dial along with diamond markers and is priced around $2,000.
4. Seiko Coutura :· Coutura Solar Diamond :
The design of these watches combine solar-powered movements with elegant diamond accents with a mother-of-pearl dials and are priced typically between $500 to $1,500.
All these luxury watches are available for Dubai Shopper’s at authorized Seiko retailers at Doyuf mall as well as online. They are designed to offer both aesthetic appeal and reliable performance, making them a very popular choice for women who are connoisseurs of authentic luxury watches.
Seiko Limited edition watches making the Watch Trends 2024
Seiko also offers several limited edition watches which specifically caters to collectors and ardent watch enthusiasts. These limited editions feature unique designs, advanced technology and are produced in restricted numbers, making them highly sought after and trending.
*The words “Limited Edition” and the watch’s individual number are inscribed on the screw-down case back.
Let’s see few notable examples of Seiko’s limited edition watches making the watch trends in 2024
1. Grand Seiko Limited Editions :
· SJE095 King Seiko 6L35
King Seiko is a mechanical watch that is beautifully designed with high accuracy. In addition to its high precision, it offers a powerful yet graceful design that symbolizes the high quality of its construction. In 2024 after more than half a century, the King Seiko collection is back with limited timepieces that showcase the lasting quality of Seiko’s mechanical watchmaking.
The five new introduced watches share a distinctively sharp and angular design that is inspired by the 1965 King Seiko KSK, from the second series created and the one that defined the true character of King Seiko.
The classic combination of a flat dial with faceted indexes and broad, razor-edged hands gives the watch a refined and striking presence and the New King Seiko emblem,The crown and case back bear the new King Seiko emblem whose design was inspired by that of the 1965 KSK.
Limited Edition of 600 pieces
·Grand Seiko “Snowflake” Limited Edition :
Known for its textured dial reminiscent of snow, this model is one of the most iconic and sought-after Grand Seiko watches for women a perfect match for the King Seiko with its unparalleled precision grace and charm, it could really be called the Queen Seiko .
2. Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Editions :
Its iconic black titanium case and bracelet takes its inspiration from the dark night sky and it has the radiance of beautiful morning sky reflecting in the watch. The gold accents remind us of the radiance of Venus and other planets and stars in the early morning sky. The Seiko Astron Limited Edition is another trend to catch up with in 2024.
SSH156 Astro is up for its June 2024 Release with Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary GPS Solar Kintaro Hattori
Limited Edition of 1,000 pieces
·SSH145 Astron GPS Solar 2024 This limited-edition GPS solar watch is totally for the next generation with its stylish colours while its black titanium case is accented with red for a powerful look. The dial patterns resemble asphalt hues and gives the watch a quality that matches with the tenacity of the next generation.
Limited Edition of 1,200 pieces
3. Seiko Prospex Limited Editions
Seiko Prospex Save the Ocean Limited Edition Line : The mission of Seiko Prospex series has since always been to protect the world’s oceans for future generations and also to secure the legacy for divers everywhere. Seiko Prospex has been supporting many marine conservation causes through its "Save the Ocean" initiative.
This year Prospex has introduced a new limited-edition diver’s watch GMT into the Save the Ocean series representing these conservation activities and they are trending in 2024.
·100th Anniversary SJE097, Prospex Marine master 1965 Diver’s Modern Reinterpretation
Limited Edition of 1000 pieces.
·The SPB439 Prospex Sea is a 1968' Diver's Re-interpretation GMT Save the Ocean
Limited edition of 1,500 pieces
SPB385 Prospex Sea Seiko Watchmaking 110th Anniversary Seiko Prospex Save the Ocean Limited Edition
Limited edition of 4,000 pieces
The Inference
The limited edition watches are released each year to commemorate special occasions, collaborations or milestones in Seiko's history making the Watch trends of the year and they come with special packaging and certificates of authenticity.
We have selected the top choices in Seiko watches for Dubai Shoppers that are best watches for every occasion.
Seiko has a very diverse range of collections in Men’s Watches and also in women’s watches which ensures that there are exquisite options available for every budget and style preference, whether you are looking for an everyday watch or a high-end luxury timepiece.
Living true to its meaning Seiko has been meticulously maintaining the exquisite workmanship in each of their watches with each being an luxurious collectible, a possession that you would cherish a lifetime and yes...each day when you look at your Seiko to value time!
