Seiko Prospex 1965 Recreation European Exclusive, £1,290
One of the coolest regional exclusive watches Seiko have released so far this year, the Seiko Prospex 1965 Recreation European Exclusive is an ode to the Mediterranean. Inspired by the tropical surroundings of Italy and Greece, it features a wavy gradient dial that reminds you of warm days at the beach. It has a 40.5mm steel case with a unidirectional rotating bezel and 200m water resistance, making it a versatile watch ready for adventures. Beneath the surface is the Seiko 6R35 automatic movement with 70-hour power reserve.
Available from Seiko Boutique.
Héron Marinor Ghost, £465
Héron’s Marinor Ghost is an intriguing timepiece, featuring an anonymous dial that has zero branding or text on it. That’s paired with a sterile rotating bezel sans diving scale to create a watch with the barest of timekeeping essentials. The result is a really cool, accessible diver with a 39mm case made from stainless steel and 300m water resistance rating paired with a pared back display with gradient colour. It’s equipped with the Miyota 9039 automatic movement with 42-hour power reserve.
Available at Héron.
Takano Chateau Nouvelle Chronometer, JPY 880,000 (approx. £4,850)
The revival of Takano is the latest project of highly reputed Japanese watchmaker Hajime Asaoka. The revived brand now stands alongside Asaoka’s eponymous haute horology brand and the more accessible Kurono as part of the Tokyo Precision Watch Co. Takano’s goal is to explore the ways in which European and Japanese watchmaking can be combined as historically their watches were made using Swiss machines. As an homage to that, the Chateau Nouvelle Chronometer is the first Japanese-made watch to have been certified by a chronometer by the Besançon Observatory in France.
Available at Takano.
Vitrium FH01 Tempest Grey, €2,495 (approx. £2,120)
If Vitrium aren’t on your radar, they should be. The Danish brand offers Grand Feu enamel (also known as vitrium enamel) dials at an incredible price point, €2,495 (approx. £2,120). Their FH01 Tempest Grey takes inspiration from undulating storm clouds and features distinctive numerals from the “Haukbök” manuscript created in Iceland in 1310. It’s powered by the Sellita SW210-1 manual movement with a 42-hour power reserve. While the Tempest Grey is not a limited edition, the caseback marks it as “One of Few” due to the low production quantity, which is typical of enamel dial watches.
Available at Vitrium.
Bramier Rocks Trilayer GMT, €519.35 (approx. £440)
The Bramier Rocks Trilayer GMT features a True GMT function featuring both a bi-directional rotating 24-hour bezel and a central rotating 24-hour disc. Allowing you to tell the time in three time zones simultaneously. It’ available in either teal, sap green or blue, offering a bright selection of colours. With a 40mm stainless steel case and 200m of water resistance, it’s also robust and ready to travel. Powered by the Miyota 9075 it’s as affordable as you would expect.
Available at Bramier.
