Kurono Chronograph: Movement & Dial Details Overview

KMII · 2024-02-03T07:01:57Z

Explore the Kurono Chronograph, its high-end Seiko movement, and the brand's evolution. KMII shares his acquisition journey and community insights.

KMII's journey to acquire a specific Kurono Chronograph highlights the dedication often required by collectors to secure a coveted timepiece, especially from independent brands. His experience underscores the evolution of smaller watchmakers in adapting to international demand. This article delves into the unique appeal of this particular model and the brand's early challenges.

Have always been looking for one of these, from the early attempt, supported by a fellow Purist, to contact and get one directly when they were launched. They weren’t set up for international business back in the day but fortunately managed to pick it up some years later at as new condition.

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The Kurono Chronograph utilizes high-end Seiko movements, specifically those featuring column wheels and vertical clutches, which are appreciated for their quality and performance.
Early Kurono models, before the brand's name change to Kurono Tokyo, faced challenges with international shipping and customer service, which improved as the brand matured.
Despite the quality of the Seiko movements, a common observation is that they contribute to a thicker case profile for the chronographs, making them less slim than some alternatives.
The Kurono Chronograph's dial design is often praised for its clean aesthetic, and its size is frequently noted as being ideal for many collectors.
KMII revealed that the strap on his Kurono Chronograph was repurposed from an Omega Railmaster, showcasing a personalized approach to watch styling.
Hajime Asaoka is the horological mind behind the Kurono brand, which initially launched under a different name before rebranding to Kurono Tokyo.

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brauner

Feb 3, 2024

Got one some years ago. One of a few

KMII

Feb 3, 2024

Have seen the Kurono dialed ones of course but this one for the first time 👌🏻👍🏻

TheMadDruid

Feb 3, 2024

Never heard of this brand before. And a very nice initial strap choice. (Steering clear of birds for now, I see.) Sartorially elegant. As usual.

Nicetomeetyou

Feb 3, 2024

I like the fact that the kurono chronos use the high end seiko movements with column wheels/vertical clutch.

analog_sheen

Feb 4, 2024

The other piece of trivia with this brand is that it is Hajime Asaoka's.

analog_sheen

Feb 4, 2024

I picked mine up in 2021, the size is absolutely perfect for me. I love the clean dial. I have it on a brown strap, I will post a picture to this thread soon. glad you were able to pick one up, great choice!

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