Yosuke Sekiguchi Primevère Independent Watch

quattro · 2026-04-05T14:48:39Z

Yosuke Sekiguchi's 2026 Primevère features a yellow gold case and Grand Feu enamel dial with stylized Arabic numerals. Explore community debate on design, pricing, and availability.

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Emmanuel, known as quattro, brings us an exclusive first look at Yosuke Sekiguchi's 2026 Primevère. This article delves into the independent watchmaker's latest creation, highlighting key design updates and inviting the community to weigh in on its aesthetic choices. Emmanuel's detailed post, complete with comparative images and historical context, provides an invaluable resource for collectors interested in Sekiguchi's evolving craftsmanship.

Independent watchmaker Yosuke Sekiguchi has unveiled the 2026 edition of his “Primevère”, which features two novelties:

A yellow gold case, a material never used in the previous iterations.

A Grand Feu enamel dial cut from solid gold with stylized Arabic numerals instead of Roman.

Case dimensions (39.5 x 12 mm) and movement (gorgeous, inspired by Jules Jürgensen pocket watches) remain the same.

One of the pocket watches by Jules Jürgensen that served as direct inspiration for the design of the movement (personal photos taken at the Museum in Le Locle).

credit: @yosuke_sekiguchi_jp_official

For comparison, here's how the 2025 Primevère with a burgundy dial and a rose gold case looked like. You can also check my previous posts dedicated to Yosuke Sekiguchi:

Yosuke Sekiguchi's Primevère

Dream watch

Yosuke Sekiguchi Le Locle Primevère 2025

credit: @masaharu.me

Do you like this new dial with stylised Arabic numerals?

And do you like the combination of a yellow gold case with a black enamel dial?

I personally find the design of the Arabic numerals very appealing and I like that the numbers 4 to 8 are not flipped (yes, I've been poisoned by our dear mdg ;-) ).

And I also love the idea of a yellow gold case for such a classic looking watch.

But I'm not sure yet if I prefer the Arabic or Roman dial: Arabic is more original, but Roman is as classy as it is classic.

Best, Emmanuel

Key Points from the Discussion

The 2026 Primevère introduces a yellow gold case, a first for the model, paired with a Grand Feu enamel dial featuring stylized Arabic numerals, departing from previous Roman numeral designs.
While some prefer the classicism of Roman numerals, the new Arabic numerals are praised for their aesthetic appeal and 'proper' orientation, avoiding clipping by the small seconds dial.
The watch's 39.5mm case diameter, while not typical for a Japanese brand, is explained by Sekiguchi's self-identification as a Swiss watchmaker, having worked in Switzerland for over 25 years.
The movement, inspired by Jules Jürgensen pocket watches, is consistently lauded for its superb design and finishing.
The price point for Sekiguchi's time-only pieces has significantly increased, with recent examples fetching 70-80k or more, making them a substantial investment.
The choice between Arabic and Roman numerals remains a 'hard call' for many, with both options having strong proponents for their distinct character and elegance.

The Discussion

Mach

Apr 5, 2026

Of course, I would prefer white metal.😆 I think I prefer the Roman numerals in this case. Seeing the numbers upside down at the bottom would drive me crazy.🤪 For a Japanese brand, I’m surprised by the case diameter. I would expect perhaps 36mm - 38mm.🤔 Thanks for sharing these, Emmanuel!🥂

Ichiran

Apr 5, 2026

and his hand-finishing. Very exquisitely done.

quattro

Apr 5, 2026

for over 25 years and considers himself a Swiss watchmaker: I don’t know if it explains the case diameter, but he told me this very clearly 😅! Yes, Roman numerals might be more appropriate here. Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Best, Emmanuel

quattro

Apr 5, 2026

Unfortunately when I met him and considered acquiring one of his watches the prices had increased by 20k because he was more and more sought after… Roman might be the way to go, indeed. Best, Emmanuel

quattro

Apr 5, 2026

At least it appeals to me very much. Best, Emmanuel

lm6

Apr 5, 2026

Hard call between roman and arabic. The roman numbers are "cleaner" but i love the design of the arabic - especially figures 2, 3 and 9.

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