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:
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Each dial is handcrafted using traditional urushi lacquer techniques.
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Urushi is a natural sap from the lacquer tree, used in Japanese craftsmanship for centuries.
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The process involves multiple layers of lacquer, applied and polished by hand over several weeks.
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As a result, no two dials are exactly the same.
What You Might Notice
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Slight variations in dial color
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Tiny surface marks or distortions
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Subtle irregularities in shine or finish
Why That Matters to You
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These details aren't flaws—they show the watch was made by a real artisan, not a machine.
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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
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Automatic movement with 70-hour power reserve
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Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
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40.2mm stainless steel case
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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.
