Seiko Welcomes PuristSPro Forum Members

KIH · 2014-03-05T11:34:54Z

Seiko PR Team welcomes PuristSPro to the new Seiko forum, sharing brand history, innovations like Kinetic and Spring Drive, and inviting community discussion.

KIH

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KIH shares a special message from the Seiko PR Team, extending a warm welcome to the newly established Seiko forum on PuristSPro. This message provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of Seiko's rich history, highlighting key innovations and milestones that have cemented its position as a leading watch 'manufacture' with four distinct watchmaking technologies.

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PuristSPro has just received a blessing message from SEIKO PR Team.

"Dear watch lovers, We are very proud that PuristSPro.com has created a Seiko forum and we really look forward to reading what you have to say about our watches and our brand. We know that the PuristSPro community is very knowledgeable, and we fear that the following may be “preaching to the choir,” but here is a brief history of Seiko.

Seiko was founded by Kintaro Hattori in central Tokyo in 1881. He was just 21 years old. In the beginning, K. Hattori was just a clock sales and repair shop. By 1892, however, Kintaro had started clock manufacturing and succeeded in producing his, and Japan’s, first wristwatch in 1913. From the very start, Kintaro was determined to be at the forefront of the industry, and his oft-repeated credo was, “Seiko should always be one step ahead of the rest.” Honoring his spirit, Seiko has developed watches that have been at the leading edge of every generation in watchmaking.

By the 1960’s, Seiko had achieved the world’s highest level of accuracy in mechanical movements. In 1969, we launched the world’s first quartz wristwatch, the Seiko Astron Quartz, whose vastly improved accuracy revolutionized the watch industry. The same year, we created the first automatic chronograph equipped with both column wheel and vertical clutch. In 1988, we released the world’s first quartz watch with an automatic generating system, Seiko Kinetic. In 1998, we created Spring Drive, the first mechanical watch with one-second-a-day accuracy and the uniquely smooth glide motion of the second hand. In 2012, Seiko released Seiko Astron GPS Solar, the world’s first watch to receive and use positioning data from GPS satellites to display the exact local time anywhere in the world with only one touch of a button, using just the power of light. Throughout our history, it has been the interaction of traditional and advanced technologies that has fuelled Seiko’s innovation. Today, we are proud to be the only “manufacture” with four watchmaking technologies: mechanical, quartz, Kinetic and Spring Drive. We will continue to be “one step ahead” and live up to your expectations with our Seiko and Grand Seiko collections We hope that you will enjoy reading and sharing our history, and experiencing our technology and our passion for the very best in watchmaking.

Best regards,

The Public Relations team at Seiko Watch Corporation"

Let us have lively discussion about SEIKO here!

Ken

This message has been edited by KIH on 2014-03-08 22:36:17

About the Seiko Astron Ref. SSJ027J1

The Seiko Astron SSJ027J1 is part of the Astron GPS Solar collection, known for its ability to adjust to local time anywhere in the world using GPS signals and solar power. This model integrates advanced technology with a refined aesthetic, positioning it as a sophisticated travel companion within Seiko's diverse offerings. It represents the brand's commitment to combining high-tech functionality with user-friendly features.

Equipped with a GPS Solar caliber, the SSJ027J1 features a titanium case and bracelet, offering both durability and lightweight comfort. The watch incorporates a dual-time display, a perpetual calendar, and a power reserve indicator, all powered by light. Its construction ensures precision timekeeping across different time zones without manual adjustment.

For collectors, the SSJ027J1 highlights Seiko's prowess in quartz technology and its continuous innovation in solar-powered GPS timekeeping. It appeals to those who value accuracy, global functionality, and a robust yet elegant design. The model underscores Seiko's ability to produce high-performance watches that cater to the demands of modern international travel.

Specifications

Caliber: 5X53

Case: Titanium

Diameter: 42.7mm

Dial: Black

Water Resist.: 100m

Crystal: Sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

A collector shares a positive long-term ownership experience with a 12-13 year old Seiko Kinetic Auto Relay, noting its excellent timekeeping, durability, and lack of servicing.
The Seiko forum moderator likens the vastness of Seiko's horological offerings to a continent, suggesting that exploring it will be a rewarding journey for the community.
A collector recounts discovering Grand Seikos on a forum in 2003, drawn by their perceived unobtainability and the unique Japanese design aesthetic that combines straight lines and curves.
A collector expresses excitement about visiting Japan in July to purchase a 36,000 vph Grand Seiko, demonstrating the brand's international appeal.
A question is posed to the Seiko team regarding the possibility of meeting Emi at Baselworld, indicating a desire for direct engagement with brand representatives.

The Discussion

ThomasM

Mar 5, 2014

Wonderful! Thank you so much, and may we do justice to the amazing work your company does

in the world of timekeeping and horology. Thank you! and thank you, Ken for bringing this message to us. TM

KIH

Mar 6, 2014

They will keep reading this forum, that's for sure!

... and we want to give them lots of meaningful feedbacks. After all, this is two way traffic here, while others are, sort of, one way street. Ken

foversta

Mar 5, 2014

wow, it is a wonderful start for the forum!