Seiko Baselworld 2017 Novelties Overview

KIH · 2017-03-23T02:00:06Z

Explore Seiko's Baselworld 2017 novelties: Astron GPS, Prospex divers, Presage cocktails, and Credor artistry. Grand Seiko becomes independent.

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KIH provides a comprehensive overview of Seiko's novelties unveiled at Baselworld 2017, marking a significant transformation for the brand with Grand Seiko becoming an independent entity. The report details new developments across the Astron, Prospex, Presage, and Credor collections. This post serves as an essential guide to Seiko's strategic direction and product innovations from that year.

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This year, SEIKO is aiming to transform itself to the "New" Seiko, most notably separating Grand Seiko collection to the NEW independent Brand of SEIKO. Credor shows yet another beautiful hand made pieces, Astron GPS watches continue to evolve, re-issue of Prospex Diver, and more fun watches from Presage Collection.

There are so many that this novelties report will be divided to each sub-sections in responses to this main thread. Hope you enjoy in "shock and awe"

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Oh, and Grand Seiko novelties are posted in the separate thread because as of today, it is a separate brand.

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Forewords from the President and CEO of Seiko Watch Corporation, Mr. Shinji Hattori:

March 23, 2017

Seiko in 2017. Tradition, innovation and much more.

We bring to Baselworld 2017 several new collections in Seiko whose roots lie deep in the

traditions of our company. They are fusions of our historical strengths, our technological

creativity and our determination to aim ever higher. Kintaro Hattori, our founder and my

great-grandfather, urged his team to ensure that Seiko was “always one step ahead of the

rest.” I agree with him and our 2017 collections are living testament to my loyalty to Kintaro’s

vision.

Our focus for 2017 is on new designs and calibers in our Elite Collections, with three particular

highlights. First, we offer a new caliber in Astron, bringing the number of active calibers

to four and offering the advantages of GPS Solar technology to an ever wider public. Second,

we are further expanding our offer in Prospex, our collection of high-specification sports

watches. In these new Prospex creations, we combine our passion for both tradition and

innovation with a recreation of our first ever diver’s watch and we also bring a wide range

of new diver’s watches that will surprise you with their fusion of value and quality. Lastly, in

Presage, our highly successful all-mechanical collection, we offer a series that is designed to

bring a smile to your face. It is inspired by the colorful world of the cocktail. In these challenging

times, a smile is important and we hope that you will come and join us at the Seiko

Pavilion to celebrate the launch of this delightful creation as well as the full Seiko collection.

I wish you a successful, enjoyable and fun Baselworld.

Yours sincerely,

Shinji Hattori

President & CEO

Please read on....

Ken

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

The new Astron GPS Solar 8X42 caliber expands the range of Astron movements to four, offering a big-date complication and a more elegant design, set for release in September 2017.
Seiko introduced a new Presage collection inspired by cocktail bars, building on the success of a Japanese market-exclusive mechanical watch that gained global popularity.
The Prospex collection saw the re-issue of Seiko's first diver's watch from 1965 (SLA017), highlighting Seiko's long history of innovation in diver's watches, including contributions to ISO standards.
Credor showcased new engraved models with 'Cherry Blossom' and 'Japanese Ox-Cart' motifs, emphasizing the Japanese concept of decorating the watch's reverse side.
The separation of Grand Seiko into an independent brand is a significant development that collectors are keen to learn more about.
While the new Presage dial colors are appealing, the addition of 'Presage' printing on the dial might not be an improvement over the original series.

The Discussion

KIH

Mar 19, 2017

Astron Novetlies

Astron GPS Solar. Performance, precision and Novak Djokovic. Chronograph, Dual-Time, World-Time and now Big-Date. The range of Astron GPS Solar calibers continues to grow in line with the ever-widening demand for this most intelligent and useful of watch technologies. The new 8X42 brings to four the number of active GPS Solar calibers in the Astron range and adds a new note of relaxed elegance to the Astron design. This new series will be released in September 2017. The Astron dress watch has ar

KIH

Mar 19, 2017

Prospex Novelites - First Diver's has come back!

Seiko’s first ever diver’s watch is re-born in Prospex. Seiko’s first diver’s watch from 1965 is re-invented in the Prospex collection. SLA017 Seiko’s reputation today as a leader in watches for divers is no accident of fate. This reputation is the direct result of a long tradition of innovation that stretches back over 50 years, during which time Seiko has been responsible for creating many of the features that are now widely accepted as the industry norms. Indeed, The ISO standards have been b

KMII

Mar 23, 2017

The SLA017 is excellent!

And a modern day Diver watch at under 40mm is a great move

Mar 23, 2017

Love the SLA017. Also digging the SPB051. Nice job Seiko. M4

SALMANPK

Mar 23, 2017

Thank You Ken....

for the excellent and complete coverage of GS and Seiko Novelties. I really like the SLA017 S

KIH

Mar 23, 2017