2021 Seiko King Seiko 140th Anniversary SJE083J1 38mm

Here we have a 2021 Seiko King Seiko 140th Anniversary SJE083J1, a modern re-creation of their 1965 King Seiko KSK limited to 3000 pieces. Featuring a super hard-coated brushed and Zaratsu-polished 37mm stainless steel case that gently curves over your wrist, with flat-ended, angled, tapered lugs, and a distinctive angular chamfered edge, resulting in a lug-to-lug length of 44.5mm and a case thickness of 11mm, ensuring a comfortable fit on your wrist. On the right side is a signed coin-edged crown. A smooth, polished, and brushed bezel holds a box sapphire crystal AR-coated on the inside, in keeping with its vintage aesthetic, protecting a stunning sunburst silver dial. Outer minute markers have applied steel baton indexes with faceted surfaces brushed and Zaratsu polished that play with the light as you rotate your wrist. At 3 o’clock, a framed date window. Elegant dauphine hands. Sharp edges are Zaratsu polished for an incredible finish, complemented by a tapered sweeping second hand. At 12 o’clock, a faceted, textured index with an applied Seiko, and at 6 o'clock, “King Seiko Diashock 26 Jewels” printed in black, complete this striking modern re-creation. On the reverse, a screw-down case back with the gold emblem in the centre and a horseshoe with the model serial number and details, engraved underneath is the number out of 3000. Inside an automatic Seiko Cal. 6L35, 26 jewels, 28,800 beats per hour. This high-quality movement was introduced in 2018 and features hand-winding and hacking for your convenience. The watch comes fitted on its original King Seiko 20mm leather strap with a signed buckle, plus a 20mm Uncle Seiko bracelet. The watch comes with its Seiko presentation box, swing tags and paperwork.

 

This watch is sold with its original Seiko box, swing tags and paperwork. The watch comes paired with its original King Seiko 20mm leather strap with a signed buckle, plus a 20mm Uncle Seiko bracelet. The watch is from March 2021 and is sold in worn condition, but overall it is in very fair condition, as you can see. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

This reference is a perfect example of Seiko getting the balance just right. Rather than trying to reinvent the wheel, they went back to one of the most important designs in their history and recreated it with an incredible level of attention to detail. The proportions, the case finishing, the dial furniture, everything feels carefully considered and wonderfully executed. What I particularly love about this model is how restrained it is. There are no unnecessary complications, no flashy colours, and no gimmicks. It's simply great design elevated by excellent finishing, allowing the sharp case lines and beautifully faceted indices to do all the talking. I would not hesitate to add this limited edition to your collection today!

Reference : SJE083J1 (6L35-00D0)
Movement : Automatic Seiko Cal. 6L35
Age : March 2021
Year : 2021
Case Size : 38mm
Case Thickness : 11mm
Lug to Lug : 44.5mm
Lugs : 20mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : Box & Papers
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

Seiko's history began in 1881 when Kintaro Hattori established the K. Hattori retail and repair store. In 1892, Seikosha was established to make wall clocks. 1895 saw the production of their first pocket watch. 1913 saw the launch of their first wristwatch, the Laurel. In 1924, the first Seiko was manufactured. Daini Seikosha (now Seiko Instruments Inc.) was established in 1937. Seiko was listed on the Tokyo stock exchange in 1949. The Suwa factory became independent and formed Suwa Seikosha Co., Ltd. (now Seiko Epson Corporation in 1959). In 1956, Seiko launched Marvel as their first true in-house-made watch; they continued to make this watch until 1959. The Seiko Lord Marvel, introduced in 1958, was Seiko's first luxury watch, predating the well-known Grand Seiko. It was designed to rival Swiss brands with a refined design and higher specifications. In 1967, Seiko launched the calibre 5740C watch movement, a significant upgrade over the earlier calibre 5740A, which beat at 18,000, and the 5740B, which beat at 19800. This movement was special because it allowed the watch to run at a high speed of 36,000 beats per hour, making it Japan's first high-frequency watch. In fact, it was only the second watch movement of its kind in the world, following one released by a Swiss brand just a few months earlier. Japan’s first chronograph watch was introduced for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics; it was called the Seiko Crown Chronograph monopusher. Not stopping there, Seiko launched Japan's first true divers' watch, the Seiko Diver’s 150M, fitted with the automatic Calibre 6217, which was later given the nickname “62MAS” by collectors. King Seiko and Grand Seiko emerged as prominent lines within the Seiko brand, with King Seiko making its debut in 1961 as a distinguished luxury watch collection. Grand Seiko, on the other hand, has consistently set the standard for exceptional craftsmanship and precision engineering. In 1965, Seiko introduced a groundbreaking manual-wind movement featuring 25 jewels and hacking seconds, coinciding with the launch of the second-generation KSK series, which boasted sharp, angular cases and robust, flat-ended lugs. The King Seiko KCM was introduced in 1969, featuring a chronometer-certified movement that operates at an impressive 36,000 beats per hour, along with a sleek C-shaped stainless steel case. In 1975, the King and Grand Quartz brands were introduced, built at the Suwa Seikosha and Daini Seikosha factories. In 1977, a high-end Twin Quartz Cal. 92 was produced until 1979, when the 97KQ and 99KQ were introduced. The final 1981 King Quartz Cal. 94KQ movement remained in production until Seiko ended the King Seiko line in 1985. Despite the challenges during the Quartz crisis of the 1970s that led to the gradual shutdown of King Seiko production, Seiko made a comeback in 2022 by reintroducing the classic King Seiko collection. The company name was changed to the Seiko Corporation in 1990. Innovation at Seiko continues today with GPS Solar watches.