Seiko Presage Cocktail Time SRPC01 Starlight

KMII · 2018-01-12T07:00:45Z

KMII acquires the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time SRPC01 / SARY085 "Starlight." Discover its mesmerizing dial, 4R35 movement, and 40mm case.

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KMII shares his latest acquisition, the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time SRPC01 (SARY085), also known as "Starlight." This post details his initial impressions of the watch, focusing on its captivating dial and key specifications, contributing to the community's ongoing discussion about this popular Presage sub-family.

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Not sure if it was Alkiro or someone else, who claimed that I started the year at Damjan pace, and I believe Raymond was of the opinion that 50 pieces were definitely feasible this year

And then there are the two Singaporean Vlads - Beerstyle in the one corner www.watchprosite.com Robin in the other www.watchprosite.com whose posts have contributed to my curiosity and the inevitable.

So at the end of the second week of 2018, I find myself the owner of the third new watch - the Seiko Presage SRPC01. The piece is also known as the SARY085 in Japan (the only difference are the different numbers in each Limited Edition - 1.300 for the former, 3.500 for the latter). Created in co-operation with the Star Bar of Tokyo and also known as Starlight, it is one of the new members of the Cocktail Time sub-family in the Presage line.

Better pictures and a fuller coverage will yet follow, here a brief summary for the start. The watch is possessed of a stainless steel case of 40mm x 11,8mm, powered by the 4R35 23 jewel, 21,600vph movement (hand winding and hacking seconds) and has, what is known as the 'Cupcake crown'. And then there is the dial. Truly fascinating at a much higher price level, it is truly astounding here. As said, better pictures in proper light shall be taken shortly but I can definitely recommend taking a look. All is finished off with a blue calfskin leather strap and the standard Seiko deployant clasp. Oh, and it has a transparent case back, too - although I do not see most owners spending hours observing that.

Thanks for viewing!

Key Points from the Discussion

The SRPC01 (international) and SARY085 (Japan domestic) references are largely identical, with the main differences being the limited edition numbering and the default strap.
The dial is consistently highlighted as the most captivating feature of the "Starlight" model, drawing significant collector interest.
The "Cupcake crown" is a distinctive design element of this Presage model.
The 4R35 movement, with hand-winding and hacking seconds, provides solid functionality for the price point.
The transparent case back, while present, is not typically a focal point for owners of this particular model.
The power reserve version of the Cocktail Time Starlight was available, but the author preferred the simpler, basic model.

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Watchonthewrist

Jan 12, 2018

Huge congrats AGAIN 😳 my friend .👏🏼

Strike 3 👍🏻. Very nice watch and that dail is amazing . Hope to see it in person very soon 🙏🏻 wear it in best of health

KMII

Jan 12, 2018

I am sure that can be arranged :)

The dial is the absolute party piece of the watch, that's for sure! Looking forward to showing it to you live and thanks for the kind words

Alkiro1

Jan 12, 2018

Two weeks and already three big congrats 😁 Do you know that you only have two wrists my friend? 😉

Anyway, I’m really happy for you as you integrate a new superb watch in your collection. What a dial!!! 😍 I don’t know if you’ll be able to enjoy three honeymoon periods at the same time 😁 Enjoy and wear it in the best of your health. Best wishes Alkiro PS: that was me for the Damjan pace 😉

KMII

Jan 12, 2018

So my frail memory has not failed me completely yet ;)

The three parallel honeymoon periods may be a bit of a challenge, granted Thanks, Alkiro!

Alkiro1

Jan 12, 2018

Three honeymoon periods... for the moment 😉

Best wishes Alkiro

KMII

Jan 12, 2018

Let’s see how it develops...

Btw. the Grand Seiko 4520-8000 from the thread I just launched is from last year

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