More than 50 years after its launch,
the King
Seiko VANAC is reborn with
a new mechanical
movement and
a strong, angular design.
In 1972, King Seiko, characterized by its classic designs, launched the VANAC series, with its bright colours and innovative, multifaceted designs. Today, a new VANAC inherits the spirit that infused the original, opening up new possibilities for King Seiko.
Design
Inspired by the vast city where King Seiko was born, a metropolis
that appears to
extend endlessly into the
distance, the theme for the new creations is
the Tokyo horizon, a vista renowned for its
depictions in art, film, and popular culture
whose rich expressions change depending on the
time of day.
Case
Though the case has a strong and dynamic angularity that makes
it look as if it were carved from a block of solid metal, its
bezel-less design creates an elegant and thin appearance.
The case’s distortion-free mirror finish, achieved through
advanced polishing techniques, creates dynamic shadows and
highlights, exuding a striking presence.
Dial
The dial has a horizontal stripe pattern and indexes that occupy a dedicated ring that is embedded in the dial. The 12 o’clock index and the counterweight on the seconds hand each display the striking silhouette of the letter “V,” indicating the first letter of the series’ name.
Bracelet
The newly developed bracelet has been achieved through the combination of links with mirror and hairline finishing, ensuring comfort on the wrist and an unmistakable air of luxury and sophistication.
Case Back
The new VANAC has the first see-through case back of any King
Seiko watch following the collection’s relaunch in 2022, and the
King Seiko “shield” returns, elegantly expressed on the sapphire
crystal case back.
The watches are equipped with the new
Calibre 8L45, Seiko's most precise mechanical movement in
production, achieving a stable accuracy range of +10 to -5
seconds per day.
Movement
The new mechanical movement combines an extended power reserve with stable precision, offering exceptional performance and reliability.
Calibre 8L45
Calibre 8L45 achieves a power reserve of 72 hours thanks to an
improved mainspring, and it has an accuracy of +10 to –5 seconds
per day. It was engineered to have the robustness and other
qualities demanded of movements that power modern-day mechanical
sports watches. The movement features exquisite wave patterns on
the rotor and bridges, adding a touch of luxury and refinement
to its design.
Through its combination of high performance
and functional beauty, Calibre 8L45 represents the pinnacle of
Seiko’s mechanical watch movements.
Colour
The dials in purple, navy, and silver tones each take inspiration
from the Tokyo horizon at different times of day:
evening
twilight, midnight, and sunrise.
-
Evening twilightPURPLE -
MidnightNAVY -
SunriseSILVER
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Appearing on leather straps, these models feature rich, deep colours inspired by the lush forests that grow in the heart of Tokyo.
Strap
The seamless form that flows smoothly from the case line to
the strap, together with a smart clasp design that neatly
tucks the strap tip on the inside, ensures a light and
comfortable fit.
Each watch’s strap is made of
sustainable leather supplied by a tannery certified by the
Leather Working Group (LWG), a non-profit organisation that
promotes responsible leather production through initiatives
related to quality, safety, and environmental issues.
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King Seiko
VANAC
Seiko Boutique
Exclusive Edition
The dial of the boutique exclusive edition is ice blue,
expressing the Tokyo scenery reflecting a clear blue sky on a
bright sunny day.
Both the limited edition
and boutique exclusive edition feature the same specifications
as
the three other creations joining the
main King Seiko collection.
King Seiko
VANAC
Limited Edition
The limited edition shares the theme of sunrise in Tokyo with
one of the watches from the main collection;
however, in the limited edition, the theme
is expressed through a dial with a golden colour.
The Seiko logo on the dial and the King
Seiko logo on the case back also take on a golden hue.
