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Friday, August 08, 2025

Seiko Presage Classic Series Urushi SPB499: A Dial Like No Other

Seeking a Japanese dress watch that truly stands out?

The Seiko Presage SPB499 offers something rare—an urushi lacquer dial made entirely by hand in Japan.

Here’s what you need to know:


What Makes This Watch Special

  • Each dial is handcrafted using traditional urushi lacquer techniques.

  • Urushi is a natural sap from the lacquer tree, used in Japanese craftsmanship for centuries.

  • The process involves multiple layers of lacquer, applied and polished by hand over several weeks.

  • As a result, no two dials are exactly the same.

What You Might Notice

  • Slight variations in dial color

  • Tiny surface marks or distortions

  • Subtle irregularities in shine or finish

Why That Matters to You

  • These details aren't flaws—they show the watch was made by a real artisan, not a machine.

  • Your SPB499 is unique. No one else has a dial quite like yours.

A Question Worth Asking

Would you prefer a machine-made finish that looks like every other watch, or a handmade dial that tells its own story?

Looking Closer at the SPB499

  • Automatic movement with 70-hour power reserve

  • Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating

  • 40.2mm stainless steel case

  • Elegant for both formal and daily wear

Made in Japan. Meant for You.

This isn't just a watch.

It's a piece of Japanese watchmaking tradition on your wrist.

Perfect if you're looking for something simple, timeless, and personal.

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