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Seiko Presage Prestige GMT SPB221J1
Somehow inspired by the design elements of Grand Seiko and offering a beautiful combination of elegance and nonchalance, the Seiko Sharp Edged series was presented in 2020. Like all Seiko Presage timepieces, these celebrate Japanese craftsmanship. But as the name suggests, the Sharp Edged watches stand out with dynamic, angular lines that create a more casual look. The collection is now expanding with GMT models with a larger case and a new movement, the new Presage Sharp Edged GMT SPB217J1, SPB219J1, SPB221J1 and SPB225J1.
This new addition to the Presage Sharp Edged series comes in a 42.2mm x 13.7mm round steel case. While it is larger than the three-handed iteration (39.3mm x 11.1mm), it retains the same design with sharp and angular lines. A super-hard coating protects the case from scratches and gives it a long-lasting shine. The water resistance is comfortable and allows for daily use, rated at 100 meters.
The dial still features the characteristic Japanese Asanoha, or hemp leaf, geometric pattern that was introduced on the time-and- date models. It’s paired with dynamic faceted hands and applied markers. Importantly, this new iteration adds useful GMT functionality to the mix, with a central 24-hour hand and a 24-hour fixed bezel with a contrasting insert, matching the color of the dial – Seiko has yet to provide any indication as to the material of this bezel, which in the images appears to be made of ceramic (tbc).
Turn the Presage Sharp Edged GMT over and you’ll see the Calibre 6R64, a new automatic calibre visible behind a transparent sapphire crystal. It displays the hours, minutes, seconds, the date on a secondary dial at 6 o’clock and the power reserve between 9 and 10 o’clock. Last but not least, a coloured GMT hand points to a 24-hour scale while a two-tone flange displays day and night. It runs at 4Hz and delivers a power reserve of 45 hours.
Turn the Presage Sharp Edged GMT over and you’ll see the Calibre 6R64, a new automatic calibre visible behind a transparent sapphire crystal. It displays the hours, minutes, seconds, the date on a secondary dial at 6 o’clock and the power reserve between 9 and 10 o’clock. Last but not least, a coloured GMT hand points to a 24-hour scale while a two-tone flange displays day and night. It runs at 4Hz and delivers a power reserve of 45 hours.
The Seiko Presage Sharp Edge GMT comes in 4 different variations, all inspired by Japanese tradition: Aitetsu or indigo iron, Tokiwa, the color of evergreen trees, Sumi-iro or Japanese black ink, and Hihada-iro, a reddish-brown color derived from the bark of the Japanese cypress tree. All four models are worn on a stainless steel bracelet. Like the case, the dynamic lines feature many flat surfaces and alternating polished and brushed finishes that make the watch shine from every angle. It is secured to the wrist by a triple clasp with a push-button release.
The new Seiko Presage Sharp Edged GMT - SPB217J1 (blue) SPB219J1 (green) SPB221J1 (black) SPB225J1 (red-brown)
