The Seiko Presage SSA343J1 originates from the brand's "Cocktail Time" series, defined by its ice-blue textured sunburst dial. It utilizes the automatic Calibre 4R57, which dictates the complicated dial layout that displays a prominent central power reserve indicator and a pointer date sub-dial at six o'clock.
Established in 1881 by Kintarō Hattori, Seiko is defined by its principle of complete vertical integration, manufacturing every single component of its timepieces in-house. They were the primary catalyst of the "Quartz Crisis" with the commercial release of the 1969 Astron—the world’s first quartz watch—the brand simultaneously advanced mechanical horology, developing one of the first automatic chronographs and pioneering high-frequency movements to challenge Swiss standards.
Seiko's relentless innovation continues with proprietary technologies like Spring Drive, which blends mechanical power with quartz precision. This technical mastery underpins Seiko's legacy in creating archetypal and exceptionally durable tool watches, particularly in the domain of professional diving.
Overall Grade: 8 / 10 | Great Condition, visible wear Production: 2024 Contents: Full-set Genre: Dress Watch
Size: 40.5mm Thickness: 14.4mm Lug Width: 20mm
Case: Stainless steel, mirrored finish, light visible wear Bezel: Stainless steel, fixed bezel, mirrored, light visible wear Dial: Ice blue textured dial, applied indices, power reserve and pointer date display Hands: Stainless steel, dauphine style
Crown: Stainless steel, push/pull crown, light visible wear Crystal: Box-shaped hardlex crystal, light visible wear Bracelet: Original black and AM leather strap, light visible wear Caseback: Steel, exhibition window, screw-down caseback, light visible wear Movement: Automatic Caliber: 4R57