Thursday, November 12, 2020

The Jaeger-LeCoultre of Japanese horology

 


If there is one thing that really took me by surprise, it is the popularity of the Seiko SSA393J. On the day it was introduced in the newsletter we received more than 10 orders. There were two contributing factors to such popularity 

The super classy deep maroon ‘burst’ dial features a unique power reserve scale. - The power reserve is a handy feature, you can always tell how much ‘gas’ is left in the tank. In horology it is known as a ‘complication’ which comes in many flavours and none of them provides a simple straightforward solution.

Seiko's solution is to centre the power reserve wheel in the middle of the watch. Calibre 4R57A is made in Japan and the quality of the dial, hands, power reserve indicator and the power reserve hand are simply top quality. 

The second reason that makes this watch a hit is that it comes on a leather strap with a deployant buckle, giving the watch an unmistakable seriously elegant look. I have already called this presage the ‘Jaeger LeCoultre’ of Japanese horology and once you strap it on your wrist you will surely agree.

In all honesty I can't think of a better elegant daily wearer

What else can you get for $899?

Talking about being different, this presage range comes in many colours but our three favourite colours are deep maroon, deep grey and light baby blue.

While I’m probably non brave enough to wear baby blue myself, it is this piece that features an absolute stunning blue steel sweep hand that will leave you speechless. We have all three in stock and you’re welcome to make an appointment, however we are happy to ship it free of charge anywhere in Australia. 
SSA393J1 Seiko Presage Automatic POWER RESERVE AND CALENDAR - deep maroon
'Black Cat Martini Cocktail' 
5 BAR water resistant, Hardlex glass, exhibition case back.
Gloss dial, power reserve display and date. Calfskin strap. 40.5mm case.
Brand new. 3+2 years guarantee. FREE DELIVERY.
$899
For better photos, please see Seiko website: 
https://www.seikowatches.com/au-en/products/presage/SSA393J1
SSA343J1 Seiko Presage Automatic POWER RESERVE AND CALENDAR - light baby blue
$899
For better photos, please see Seiko website: 
https://www.seikowatches.com/global-en/products/presage/ssa343j1
SSA345J1 Seiko Presage Automatic POWER RESERVE AND CALENDAR - deep grey
$899
For better photos, please see Seiko website: 
https://www.seikowatches.com/global-en/products/presage/ssa345j1

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