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New Seiko Presage Classic Watches In 38mm With Silk-Inspired Dials
Seiko debuts four Presage Classic models in a new 38mm wide case with textured dials inspired by silk.
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Limited Edition Seiko Turtle HBB002: PADI's 60th in Sunburst Blue
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Seiko Built Four New Dress Watches Around the Art of Japanese Silk
Seiko's silk-inspired Presage Classic Series adds four 38mm dress watches, including a limited rose gold HCC008. Releasing July 2026.
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Introducing: The Seiko Presage Classic Series Supporting The Tomioka Silk Promotion Organization
Seiko’s Presage Classic Series draws inspiration from traditional Japanese colors, materials, and textures for new dial designs. The new HCC001, HCC002, HCC003, and the limited-edition HCC008 feature dials with a wavy concentric pattern that resembles the graceful drape and texture of finely woven Tomioka silk. The first three are stainless steel models with a super-hard […] Visit Introducing: The Seiko Presage Classic Series Supporting The Tomioka Silk Promotion Organization to read the full article.
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First Look – New Silk-Inspired Dials and a 38mm Case Join the Seiko Presage Classic Series
Few line-ups in Seiko‘s catalogue seem as focused on dials as the Presage Classic Series. While most new releases are quick to talk about case materials, bezels, or mechanics, the conversation here almost always starts with colour and texture. We have seen that through porcelain dials, open-heart references, and more recently, the 36mm “Edo Silk” […]
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Best Affordable Dive Watches If You’re Tired of the Seiko Turtle
Explore the best alternatives to the Seiko Turtle when you want a different, affordable diver. See how the models fare across durability, lume, value, and more.
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Is This the Most BEAUTIFUL Grand Seiko Dial Yet? 🍃 'Genbi Valley'
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Seiko takes quartz to a new level with two new Seiko Astron GPS Solar limited edition models
Seiko releases two new limited edition Astron GPS Solar models with colored dials inspired by quartz crystals.
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The Mastery of Grand Seiko
With Grand Seiko Brand Curator Joe Kirk as our host, we’re exploring the relationship between the natural world and the high-precision craftsmanship that defines one of watchmaking’s most distinctive brands.More
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First Look – The Bang-For-Buck Seiko 5 Sports Field Series Will Guide You When Lost
At this point, perhaps it is very safe to say that Seiko doesn’t like holding back when it comes to giving the 5 Sports collection new directions. What started as a home for SKX-inspired sports watches has gradually turned into one of the brand’s most varied collections. Along the way, we have seen GMT models, […]
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Seiko Celebrates their Long Relationship with PADI: Introducing the HBB002 PADI 60th Anniversary Diver
Earlier this year, I helped a close friend pick out her first mechanical watch: a beautiful blue Seiko Prospex “Save the Ocean” special edition. For me, it was an easy recommendation, given my love of Seiko, their position as the true global king of entry- to mid-level watch purchases, and the prestige of the Prospex diver line itself. For her, as a lover of all things to do with the natural world, it was meaningful thanks to the eco-benefitting twist and oceanic theming. That particular Prospex was not the first, nor the last Seiko to showcase an organization doing work for ocean conservation and education: new for 2026 is the Prospex HBB002, celebrating the Professional Association of Diving Instructors’ (PADI) 60th anniversary. Seiko’s connection with the world of diving goes far beyond the simple styling and function of many of their iconic diver timepieces. As the company points out, it released its first diver in 1965, just one year before the PADI itself was founded with the intention of raising training standards and expanding access to education on diving as a hobby and profession. Now operating in 183 countries, PADI also puts promoting ocean conservation at its forefront, a noble cause that Seiko themselves have championed with their Save the Ocean program. So, it makes sense that Seiko has supported PADI as a partner for ten years, and is celebrating that partnership and PADI’s sixtieth anniversary with the new HBB002 model. The watch itself bring...
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Seiko Releases a Limited Edition PADI King Turtle Dive Watch for 2026
Seiko unveils the Seiko PADI HBB002, a limited edition King Turtle dive watch marking PADI's 60th anniversary and a decade of collaboration.
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Rare, Dressy, Incredible Dial: Grand Seiko 'Karesansui' SBGY029 Unboxing
An in-the-metal look at the Spring Drive Karesansui, one of the most photogenic dials Grand Seiko has produced for the dress-watch lineup.
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Seiko Celebrates 60 Years of PADI with Limited-Edition Prospex Dive Watch
Celebrating 60 years of collaboration with the diving organization, the latest limited edition Seiko PADI diver combines a turtle case with a globe-motif dial.
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New: Seiko Prospex Diver’s Watch PADI 60th Anniversary Limited Edition: HBB002
Seiko updates their Prospex Diver's Watch collaboration with PADI to celebrate the 60th anniversary of PADI, with red and blue accents.
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The Seiko Astron 5X63 Gets Playful for Summer: Crystal Pink and Crystal Green
Seiko's Astron 5X63 gets two colorful summer limited editions, Crystal Pink and Crystal Green, each limited to 1,200 pieces.
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Review: Grand Seiko SBGH376J Sakura Wakaba, new for 2026
Grand Seiko adds to their Heritage Collection with the new Cherry Blossoms Sakura Wakaba SBGH376, released in WWG26. Hands on review.
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Seiko Celebrates 60 Years Of PADI With A Limited-Edition “Turtle” — Meet The HBB002
Many of you probably know that Seiko introduced its first diver’s watch in 1965. However, did you also know that the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) was founded the following year? That means the association turns 60 years old this year, and it has already certified more than 30 million divers during that time. […] Visit Seiko Celebrates 60 Years Of PADI With A Limited-Edition “Turtle” — Meet The HBB002 to read the full article.
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50 Shades of Seiko: Understanding the Differences
Seiko makes a dizzying amount of watches, but let's break down the tiers and see if we can find a sweet spot within this lineup.
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First Look – The Seiko Prospex Diver’s Watch PADI 60th Anniversary HBB002 Limited
Over the past decade, Seiko and the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) have given us a steady stream of collaborative dive watches. We have recently seen the Prospex PADI SPB501 and Prospex PADI SRPL51 with their amazing emerald green wave-like dials. Earlier years also brought special editions based on platforms such as the Samurai […]
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King Seiko VANAC: The Integrated-Bracelet Luxury Watch from Japan
With its retro design and integrated bracelet style, the King Seiko VANAC is unlike anything else in Seiko's catalog.
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The New Standard for Japanese Luxury Dive Watches - Grand Seiko Ushio 300
If you have ever spent a brief amount of time looking at watches online, you will have come across Grand Seiko. The brand has rightfully developed one of the most passionate followings of any name in the industry through their unbelievable demonstration of the craft in every detail. Despite this, if you were ever in th
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Introducing: The Seiko Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph In Crystal Green And Crystal Pink Summer “Flavors”
Shortly after Seiko released four revamped Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronographs for its 145th anniversary, the Japanese brand drops two fresh new summer “flavors.” No, they’re not pistachio and raspberry ice cream —although, come to think of it, matcha (green tea) and sakura (cherry blossom) ice cream would make more sense — but instead, Crystal […] Visit Introducing: The Seiko Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph In Crystal Green And Crystal Pink Summer “Flavors” to read the full article.
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Seiko releases two new Prospex divers featuring Seiko Blue celebrating its 145th anniversary
Highlighting its signature colour, "Seiko Blue", both divers feature blue bezels and seconds hands against a silver-white dial.
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I Tried To Sell My Watches. I Couldn't Do It. | Rolex, Seiko, Tudor
I sat down intending to figure out which watches I should sell.
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The Most Complete Seiko Diver Under $1,000
Among the pantheon of dive watch heritage is the Japanese brand Seiko. Sure they were a little later to the game than some of their Swiss peers; however, with a legendary lineup that includes the 62MAS, Willard, Turtle, and the SKX, they are as deserving as any name in the industry to get a seat at the table of diving
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Seiko Adds Two Anniversary Automatic Dive Watches to the Prospex Lineup
Seiko adds two limited edition Prospex dive watches to its 145th anniversary lineup: the heritage-inspired HBC005 and the Samurai-based HBB001.
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Seiko draws upon Japanese craftsmanship and its signature blue for new 145th anniversary Presage models
Two new refined limited editions from Seiko celebrate a big anniversary with the brand's signature shade of blue.
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Seiko Brings their 145th Anniversary Celebration to the Prospex Collection with the HBC005 and HBB001
We’ve recently covered 145th anniversary limited edition releases from Seiko in the Presage and Astron collections, and I bet some of you have probably been wondering, “Hey, what a dive watch?” Seiko, of course, has not forgotten about the Prospex line when it comes to anniversary themed limited editions, and have recently announced the HBC005 and HBB001 in the same blue/silver colorway that is becoming the visual signature of this anniversary celebration. First up is the HBC005, which is built on the platform of their current 62MAS inspired reissue. This heritage focused dive watch has its (modern) origins with watches like the SPB143, but received a handful of small updates about two years ago to make it more wearable (and fix the somewhat awkward 3:00 date window for what I believe is a more under the radar 4:30 execution). The case comes in at 40mm in diameter and 13mm thick, with a lug to lug measurement of 46.4mm. Water resistance is 300 meters, and the movement is the 6R55 with a 72 hour power reserve. The dial is silver with a subtle brushed finish and lume filled, rectangular hour markers. The blue seconds hand is matched with an aluminum bezel insert in blue. There are no obvious signs of it being a limited edition on the dial – just the normal Seiko wordmark at 12:00 and the Prospex logo and two additional lines of text highlighting the power reserve and water resistance below it. The clean silver/white dial paired with the blue accents give this div...
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Seiko Samurai vs. Seiko Turtle: Hands-On Affordable Dive Watch Comparison
We reviewed both the Seiko Samurai and Seiko Turtle to compare comfort, design, value, and long-term appeal between these two affordable dive watches.
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This Grand Seiko Competitor is Finally Available in the United States!
Finally This High End Japanese Independent Watch Maker Is Available in the United States