Seiko SRQ031, Limited Edition automatic chronograph, 534/1000
Seiko SRQ031, Limited Edition automatic chronograph, 534/1000
This is the SRQ031 I reviewed in my “overdue review” of this LE model, here:
I like it but as always I’m hesitant to wear a brand-new limited edition watch, so it is available. It’s essentially unworn. I think I wore it for maybe a few days, total. I did not wear it on the stock strap, which is unmarked.
Authenticity: 100%, genuine and original
Packaging: Original box, inner box, watch, instruction manual, AD warranty card, cloth sleeve
Features: Movement - Automatic; Case Material - Stainless Steel, Hard Coating; Case Size - 42.3; Water Resistance - 100; Glass - Sapphire, Antireflection Coating
Shipping: Worldwide shipping
Here is Hodinkee’s info on it:
Seiko announced the Prospex SRQ029 Limited Edition chronograph in the fall of 2019 to pay tribute to the 1964 release of the original "Crown" chronograph, Seiko's first ever chronograph wristwatch. Limited to a total of 1,000 pieces, the SRQ029 features caliber 8R48, a movement that was introduced in 2014 and is placed at the highest end of the Japanese firm's current production capacity. This automatic movement has a column wheel and vertical clutch as well as Seiko’s proprietary three-pointed hammer and a heart-shaped cam that ensures a perfectly synchronized re-setting of the chronograph function. Thanks to this movement choice, as well as the presence of a box-shaped, vintage-style sapphire crystal, the watches make quite the impression in person and are substantial on the wrist. While the crystal adds to the overall thickness, the watch doesn’t feel overly weighty while being worn. Other than the movement choice, Seiko has given each of the angular cases made of stainless steel an extensive Zaratsu polish – a finish typically reserved for Grand Seiko, although we're starting to see certain higher-end Seiko models receive the polish as well. Seiko has also placed an application of the brand's "Super Hard Coating" on the case as well. Of course, the always impressive level of detail that the brand is known for is apparent across the case and dial decoration of both watches.
