Launched in 1960, it quickly drew a loyal following, giving the brand prolonged period of rising demand and growing consumer interest.

For the future, the brand takes an inspiration from its pioneering days to create a new series that combines the original Grand Seiko design with a modern reinterpretation. Famous for its exquisite design, the dial of the very first Grand Seiko watch carried the name Grand Seiko at the twelve o’clock position as a symbol of its identity.

The first Grand Seiko models were produced in a 80 micron gold-filled case but some were also made in platinum. The new recreations are therefore offered in both these metals and also in stainless steel. The case is virtually identical to the original, but its diameter has been increased to 38mm to match with contemporary tastes.

The dual-curved sapphire crystal is also loyal to the original shape and gives the recreation the same pleasingly gentle profile. The platinum version uses platinum 999 and has 18k gold hour markers, just as on the original.

The base of the gold dial allows the Grand Seiko logo to be particularly sharp in its outline and detail. The gold version uses 18k gold for the entire case and all the hour markers, while the stainless steel version also has a gold accent in the form of the Grand Seiko lion emblem embedded in the case back.

All three versions incorporate the 9S64 manual winding calibre, but the platinum version has been adjusted to an even higher level of precision, 1 to +5 seconds per day. All of them are offered as limited editions, each with a special “Inspection Certificate”.

Find out more at (02) 163 0555 or visit http://www.TrocaderoTime.com/tha/timepieces/66/GRANDSEIKO.