Sharp as a samurai sword: Seiko Presage sharp edged

Presage is Seiko's watch collection that combines modern design and traditional Japanese mastery. The new Sharp Edged series is the ultimate result. Sharp cut surfaces merge with traditional patterns created with age-old craftsmanship.

Accurate automatic movement

An important reason why Seiko is one of our favourite watch brands is that the movement - the basis of every watch - is always excellent. Seiko produces and tests all movements in-house and adheres to strict quality standards.

The automatic movement that powers the Presage Sharp Edged is the 6R35 with 24 jewels. The timepiece is automatically wound by movements of the wearer, but can also be wound manually for a quick start. When the watch is fully wound, it will run for up to 72 hours. Because the watch is equipped with a scratch-resistant (and anti-reflective) sapphire crystal on both the front and back, you can view the movement up close. To be able to set the watch exactly on time, it is possible to stop the second hand. This is special, because usually only possible with quartz movements.

A perfect fit, sharp as a samurai sword

In every detail, this new Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series is an expression of Japanese craftsmanship. The case and solid steel bracelet feature many flat surfaces that appear to have been carved with a razor-sharp Samurai sword. These clean lines make the watch sparkle from every angle. Glossy polished surfaces contrast with a subtle hairline finish on other areas to create a multi-dimensional effect.

The case has also been finished with a super hard coating that protects the case and bracelet against scratches, but also gives a long-lasting shine.

Despite the brutal lines of the watch, it looks friendly and the relatively long, curved lugs guarantee a pleasant fit for the wearer.

Hemp for growth and prosperity

The Sharp Edged's dial features a Japanese Asanoha or hemp leaf pattern. The hemp leaf was traditionally used as a material for fabrics, and the traditional pattern has been used in Japanese design for over a thousand years.

But over here too, hemp was a material traditionally used to make fabrics. The Asanoha pattern has special importance in Japanese culture as it symbolizes rapid, strong growth and was thought to bring good health and prosperity.

The rich texture of the sharp geometric pattern on the dial creates a subtle color gradation and exciting shadow effects when light passes over the watch.

Traditional colours for the modern man

The dial of the Presage Sharp Edged watches has a traditional Japanese color in addition to the hemp leaf pattern; Aitets or indigo, iron blue, and Shironeri, an unbleached silky white.

More Seiko Presage watches

You will find the Sharp Edged watch series in the Seiko Presage collection. In addition to the Sharp Edged models, Seiko Presage offers many more examples of Japanese craftsmanship, such as the Cocktail Time series for which classic drinks were the inspiration.