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Seiko Brightz SGDM001 / SZSC002 BEMAC

Seiko Brightz SGDM001 / SZSC002 BEMAC

£755.00 GBP
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Model: Seiko BEMAC SDGM001 / SZSC002 Whirlpool Dial

Year: 2016

Limited Edition: Number Unknown

Features: 

The Production. Strictly speaking, this isn’t a watch Seiko has ever sold. It was commissioned by BEMAC, a Japanese electronics company, to celebrate their 70th anniversary in 2016. During the celebrations, these watches were gifted to select employees for their dutiful service.

The Name. The case back is inscribed with: “Uzushio Electric Co. Ltd. 70th. Anniversary July 2016”. Originally known as Uzushio, the company began using the name BEMAC during its overseas expansion in the early 2000s, as Uzushio was deemed too challenging for non-Japanese speakers (oo-zoo-she-oh). 

The Inspiration. While they would go on to officially change their company name to BEMAC, Uzushio would serve as the inspiration for the dial. Meaning Whirlpool in English, Seiko executed the concept beautifully - creating one of the strongest company commissions I’ve ever seen. 

The Original. The rest of the watch is based on the SDGM001 Grand Cocktail - a 2016 JDM release. The similarities are easy to see as the case, bracelet, hands, cabochon crown and chapter ring are all the same. But it was an inspired choice. The Grand Cocktail collection is highly sought after as its pieces mirror the classic Grand Seiko look, both in terms of the case shape and finishing style. Under light you will immediately notice the high-polish, Zaratsu-esque finish on almost every part of the watch.

Specifications:

Condition: It’s in great condition overall. No marks of any significance. 

Scope: Seiko box with no papers

Movement: 6R15 Automatic 

Dimensions:

  • Case Width: 40.5mm
  • Case Thickness: 11.5mm
  • Strap Width: 20.0mm
  • Bracelet Size: Fits up a 7.5 inch wrist
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