Seiko 5 Sports 55th Anniversary Limited Edition Re-creation
Created in 1968, Seiko 5 Sports has brought durable and reliable mechanical watches to watch lovers around the world. The collection was relaunched in 2019 with the addition of a youthful dynamism, but its fundamental values remained unchanged.
Today, the collection celebrates its 55th anniversary with a new limited edition that re-creates the first watch from 1968, in addition to three other watches that pay homage to the designs and colors of the first Seiko 5 Sports collection. Each of the four new watches is powered by the tried and trusted Caliber 4R36 automatic movement.
Information:
New: Seiko 5 Sports 55th Anniversary Limited Edition Re-creation
Reference: SRPK17
Limited: 15500 Pieces
Bracelet: Stainless Steel Bracelet
Case Size: 39.5mm x 12.5mm Thickness x 43.1mm Lug to Lug
Lug Width: 20mm
Case Metal: Stainless Steel
Movement: Automatic
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
Box and Papers: Box and Papers
Crystal: Hardlex
Bracelet size: 8”
Caliber: 4R36
History of Seiko Watches
Seiko's history began in 1881 when Kintaro Hattori opened a watch shop in Tokyo. In 1892, he established Seikosha, a factory for producing wall clocks. The company quickly progressed, creating Japan's first wristwatch, the Laurel, in 1913. Despite setbacks like the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, Seiko persevered, launching its first watch under the Seiko brand name in 1924.
The post-World War II era saw Seiko's rapid growth and innovation. They introduced Japan's first automatic wristwatch in 1956 and launched the prestigious Grand Seiko line in 1960. Seiko achieved international recognition for accuracy in 1968, winning a Geneva Observatory competition.
The company made a name for its divers in 1965 with the introduction of their first professional dive watch, the 62MAS. This was followed by the iconic 6159-7001 in 1968, which was water-resistant to 300 meters. Seiko gained international recognition in 1975 with the release of the 6159-7010, nicknamed the "Tuna Can" due to its distinctive case shape. In 1969, they revolutionized the industry with the Astron, the world's first quartz wristwatch, ushering a new era of watchmaking that would send waves across the industry through the 70s and 80s. From its humble beginnings to becoming a global watchmaking giant, Seiko's history is characterized by resilience, technological advancement, and a commitment to precision.
