A brief history of Seiko mechanical chronographs

A brief history of Seiko mechanical chronographs

CHRONOGRAPHS

January 2018
In the mid-60s, a race was raging: who would manage to release the first automatic chronograph wristwatch?
Seiko opens flagship boutique in London

Seiko opens flagship boutique in London

August 2017
The Japanese watchmaker makes a statement with the opening of its flagship UK location, located in the heart of luxury shopping at Knightsbridge.
In Japan, the breakthrough of Seiko and the failure of lifestyle marketing
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In Japan, the breakthrough of Seiko and the failure of lifestyle marketing

ANALYSIS

March 2017
The Japanese market is relatively stable and mature. Regardless of economic trends, luxury watches have been constantly appreciated in the country.
The Grand Seiko 55th Anniversary Spring Drive Chronograph Limited Edition by Seiko

The Grand Seiko 55th Anniversary Spring Drive Chronograph Limited Edition by Seiko

May 2016
This Limited Edition, fitted with a ceramic bezel, houses the unique Spring Drive movement, specially tuned for enhanced accuracy. The crystal oscillators (…)
CEOs HAVE THEIR SAY - SHINJI HATTORI, PRESIDENT & CEO SEIKO

CEOs HAVE THEIR SAY - SHINJI HATTORI, PRESIDENT & CEO SEIKO

April 2016
In response to a questionnaire sent out by Europa Star, 50 CEOs from Switzerland, Europe, Japan and the USA reveal their strategies for dealing with the (…)
Watch of the day: Fugaku Tourbillon Limited Edition by Credor

Watch of the day: Fugaku Tourbillon Limited Edition by Credor

March 2016
Seiko has launched its first ever tourbillon model at Baselworld - a new masterpiece from the Credor division - featuring intricate three-dimensional (…)
The best of Baselworld's past

The best of Baselworld’s past

March 2016
Before we bring you the latest from the watch world in Basel, let’s take a look back at some of the best watches released at Baselworld. Check out our top (…)
Business, Models & Strategies: SEIKO, GRAND SEIKO... CREDOR!

Business, Models & Strategies: SEIKO, GRAND SEIKO... CREDOR!

January 2016
People have got it all wrong: the Japanese are not proud of their products in the way the Germans are proud of their cars; they are “honoured” by them.
Interview with Shinji Hattori, President and CEO of SEIKO

Interview with Shinji Hattori, President and CEO of SEIKO

January 2016
“ONE SECOND EVERY HUNDRED THOUSAND YEARS”
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Europa Star!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Europa Star!

December 2015
In this special feature, we wrap up 2015, look forward to 2016, and think about what watch brands might make Santa Claus’ “naughty” and “nice” lists.
Introducing the Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph anniversary edition

Introducing the Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph anniversary edition

August 2015
A special edition Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph will be released to celebrate the brand’s 55th anniversary, limited to just 400 pieces.
Grand Seiko, a photographic expression

Grand Seiko, a photographic expression

July 2015
Grand Seiko celebrates its 55th anniversary in 2015 with a specially commissioned photographic exhibition which sees the watch through three different eyes.