The slow drip of Seiko limited editions to celebrate the brand’s 145th anniversary continues with a pair of releases in their Presage collection. The Presage line has long been one of my favorites in the Seiko catalog, and I’ve always felt these watches were a bit slept on compared to sportier watches in the Prospex line. The Presage collection is not just more “dress watch” oriented, but the watches under this banner frequently build on traditional Japanese craft techniques and offer a ton of value. It feels like we’re in a moment where these watches might be prime for a greater appreciation, as enthusiasts are more comfortable than they’ve ever been with smaller cases, exotic dials, and less sport oriented watches in general.
Of the two watches in the Presage line announced recently, the one that sticks in my mind the most is the new HCC007, with an Arita porcelain dial in cobalt blue. We’ve seen a number of Presage releases with porcelain dials over the years, often drawing on the traditional porcelain crafted in Arita for inspiration. This is a great example of the way Seiko incorporates very traditional Japanese craftsmanship into watches that are relatively affordable and don’t skimp at all on aesthetics.
The HCC007’s porcelain dial features a blue glaze in the same color as traditional Arita porcelain, and is the first time this color has been seen in the Presage collection. The dial is constructed with a radiating, sunken center section and an outer section that has a light gradient effect. According to Seiko, the raised and recessed surfaces were employed here to accentuate the natural depth of the porcelain surface and the deep blue glazed finish.
The case is a new design, measuring just under 40mm in diameter and 12.8mm thick (it’s 46.8mm from lug to lug). The HCC007 runs on Seiko’s 6R51 automatic movement with 72 hours of power reserve. The retail price is $1,700, and 1,500 examples will be produced, with availability through Seiko retailers in July.
Also new from Seiko in the Presage collection is the HCC004. This watch has a white dial with a subtle radial pattern. The color, according to Seiko, is inspired by the Japanese concept of shironeri, which is a tone of white used in Japanese craft that is meant to symbolize purity and new beginnings. The dial is accented with “Seiko blue” hour markers and hands.
I think a major part of the appeal of the HCC004 will be the case size, which comes in at 36mm. That size, along with a hobnail accented bezel, really conjures a very classic, old-fashioned dress watch vibe. It’s nice to see Seiko really leaning into this aesthetic.
The HCC004 runs on the same 6R51 automatic movement as the HCC007. The retail price is $1,000 and will be made in a limited edition of 2,500 pieces. It is expected to be available in June.
More information on the new releases in the Presage collection, and other releases for Seiko’s 145th anniversary, can be found on Seiko’s website.
Zach Kazan
2026-05-20 19:00:00