Japanese watchmaker Seiko once again pays homage to its country’s rich artisanal heritage with the expansion of the prestigious Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” collection. For this latest release, the brand reinterprets two of its most celebrated traditional crafts—enamel work and Urushi lacquer—housed within an evolved, well-proportioned case architecture powered by the automatic Calibre 6R5H featuring a 24-hour subdial.
Seiko Presage HCC005: The Warm Radiance of Vitreous Enamel
The first highlight of this release is reference HCC005, showcasing a dial crafted through high-temperature fired vitreous enamel over a metal base. Individually produced under the supervision of master artisans, these dials stand out for their warm tactile feel and an enduring color depth that remains unchanged over time.
Due to the organic nature of glass fusion during the firing process, the dial surface may display minute dimples or subtle texture variations, ensuring that no two pieces in the world are exactly alike. This reference features a stainless steel case treated with Seiko’s proprietary Super-Hard Coating.
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Technical Specifications: Seiko Presage Enamel (HCC005)
| Specification | Seiko Presage Enamel (HCC005) |
|---|---|
| Collection | Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” |
| Reference | HCC005 |
| Dial Craft | High-temperature fired vitreous enamel (unique piece) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel with Super-Hard Coating |
| Dimensions | 39.6 mm (diameter) × 12.4 mm (thickness) × 46.8 mm (length) |
| Crystal | Dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective inner coating |
| Movement | In-house automatic Seiko Calibre 6R5H (24 jewels) |
| Frequency | 21,600 vph (3 Hz) |
| Power Reserve | Approx. 72 hours (3 days) |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, 24-hour subdial, hacking seconds |
| Strap | Calfskin leather with triple-fold clasp and push-button release (20 mm) |
| Water Resistance | Splash resistant |
| Magnetic Resistance | 4,800 A/m |
| Release Date | September 2026 |
Seiko Presage HCC006: The Organic Depth of Urushi Lacquer
Meanwhile, reference HCC006 pays homage to the age-old art of Urushi lacquering. Harvested from natural lacquer tree sap, the resin is applied by hand in successive ultra-thin layers and painstakingly polished multiple times to achieve a deep, lustrous, and silky dark tone.
The handcrafted nature of manual lacquering gives every dial subtle color variations and gentle light reflections, turning each watch into an exclusive piece of Japanese craftsmanship.
Technical Specifications: Seiko Presage Urushi (HCC006)
| Specification | Seiko Presage Urushi (HCC006) |
|---|---|
| Collection | Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” |
| Reference | HCC006 |
| Dial Craft | Hand-applied and hand-polished natural Urushi lacquer (unique piece) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Dimensions | 39.6 mm (diameter) × 12.4 mm (thickness) × 46.8 mm (length) |
| Crystal | Dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective inner coating |
| Movement | In-house automatic Seiko Calibre 6R5H (24 jewels) |
| Frequency | 21,600 vph (3 Hz) |
| Power Reserve | Approx. 72 hours (3 days) |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, 24-hour subdial, hacking seconds |
| Strap | Calfskin leather with triple-fold clasp and push-button release (20 mm) |
| Water Resistance | Splash resistant |
| Magnetic Resistance | 4,800 A/m |
| Release Date | September 2026 |
Calibre 6R5H and Refined 39.6 mm Proportions
Both models share a stainless steel case architecture measuring an optimal 39.6 mm in diameter, 12.4 mm in thickness, and 46.8 mm lug-to-lug, ensuring a well-balanced profile on the wrist. Protection is provided by a dual-curved sapphire crystal with inner anti-reflective treatment.
Inside ticks the in-house automatic Seiko Calibre 6R5H, featuring manual winding capability, operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour, and offering a robust 72-hour (3-day) power reserve. The movement includes a 24-hour subdial indicator and hacking seconds, visible through the see-through screw-down case back.
The duo comes fitted with premium calfskin leather straps with three-fold push-button release clasps, splash-resistant water protection, and enhanced magnetic resistance rated at 4,800 A/m.
