Seiko

Here’s a big dump of photos from a trip to the Seiko museum in Ginza. There is everything from the first clocks produced by Seikosha, to novelty clocks, to the early Grand Seikos (of which I’m a very big fan), to the quartz watches, kinetic Seikos of the ...  

Love these timers from the 64 Olympics. I own one of these, the 1/10th second 15 minute timer, but would love to find more. Who remembers these guys? I recall which this one was first shown. Loved the look / design. And going way way back, to the beginnin...  

…I’ve seen a lot of vintage Seiko and vintage GS and I don’t recall ever seeing that model for sale anywhere. If I did, I’m pretty sure I would have bought it ! 😂 I actually like the modern Cartier very much, not enough to buy it, but enough to look at it... 

I have been to the previous museum location, but haven't been to the new place. It looks to have more items now than before. My thoughts: The Moon - I had at one time about 25 Seiko moonphase watches until I realized there are hundreds and I'd never get t...  

I do not think anyone ever re-used this shape?

It definitely seemed very wearable. I had been to the older location many years ago. Definitely this one seems to have far more items on display.

It was like wearing two small Bell & Ross watches on a single strap with a hinge in the middle. They are very square, no curve on the wrist. I have a 2-movement Hysek watch which is curved and comfortable. The execution is more thought-through than th...  

It just looks cool imo.