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3 Things to Consider When Shopping for Seiko Watches
In December 2022, a bidder at a Phillips New York auction took home a Grand Seiko watch for an astonishing $478,800.
If you’re looking to shop for Seiko watches but don’t have that kind of money, fret not. Seiko watches, an “everyday” watch brand, don’t often fetch these prices.
In fact, this was the most expensive Seiko ever sold!
However, if you want to adorn your wrist with a quality Seiko, such as a special edition, you still need to know what you’re looking for to get the best price—especially if you’re shopping secondhand.
Read on to brush up on your Seiko horology.
1. Learn About the Special Editions
One of the things collectors love about the Seiko watch is the enormous portfolio of special editions. From collaborations with pop stars to charity editions, there are so many unique dials to choose from.
A passionate Seiko collector will never get bored!
Branded watches are one thing, but some ranges came in and out of fashion following changes in watch technology and wearer needs. Some earlier editions are highly sought after for their now-defunct features or aesthetics.
For example, click for Seiko Prospex watches to find out more about just one of the company’s iconic collections.
So, before dropping your hard-earned dollars on a Seiko, brush up on their special editions—and the company’s history.
2. Familiarize Yourself With the Useful and Special Features
What constitutes the best Seiko watches varies from collector to collector. That’s because Seiko offers watches with so many different features; they’re almost bespoke to the user.
For example, Seiko watches feature battery, solar, and kinetic-powered movements. (They also have some steampunk-esque hand-wound movements, if you’re into that.) Other features include alarms, calendars, GPS, and so much more. Oh, and don’t forget Seiko makes digital and analog watches!
You must spend some time researching these features before you buy a Seiko watch. Then, make a list of the features you would find helpful. Use this list to help you find the watch with everything you need.
3. Match the Watch With Your Personality
While the type of watch and its features are undoubtedly important, your personal style matters, too. If you choose a watch purely based on its functionality, you risk choosing something you don’t like to wear.
Take some time to browse Seiko watches online, but look only at aesthetics this time. Make a list of the colors, sizes, materials, band and dial styles, and face designs that jump out at you. Once you’ve narrowed down a few collections or watches, compare them against your wardrobe.
Start Your Search for Seiko Watches
Despite being a more consumer-focused brand (as opposed to a luxury brand), there are some genuinely iconic Seiko watches.
If aspiring to become a renowned Seiko collector, you need to learn everything you can about this century-old Japanese brand. This includes learning about special editions, understanding all the features the watches offer and defining your personal style. For more helpful fashion and accessory advice, check out the other blogs on our website.
Kenneth is a proud native of sydney, born and raised there. However, he pursued his education abroad and studied in Australia. Kenneth has worked as a journalist for almost a decade, making valuable contributions to prominent publications such as Yahoo News and The Verge. Currently, he serves as a journalist for The Hear Up, where he focuses on covering climate and science news. You can reach Kenneth at [email protected].
