Seiko Presage Classic Series celebrates Tomioka silk with four new 38 mm models

Seiko expands the Presage Classic Series with four 38 mm models inspired by Tomioka silk, including a 2,000-piece limited edition. Prices from €1,030.

The Seiko Presage Classic Series expands with four new mechanical models inspired by Tomioka silk, one of Japan's finest textile traditions.

Presented in a new 38 mm case size for the Presage Classic Series, the latest additions comprise one limited edition and three regular-production references, each distinguished by dials that reinterpret the texture and subtle lustre of premium Japanese silk.

Produced exclusively from locally cultivated cocoons in Gunma Prefecture, Tomioka silk is renowned for its smooth texture, refined sheen and elegant drape. 

Its heritage is closely associated with the Tomioka Silk Mill, established in 1872 as the centre of Japan's silk industry and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. Through these new Presage models, Seiko pays tribute to this important tradition of Japanese craftsmanship.

The highlight of the launch is the Seiko Presage Classic Series "Tomioka Silk Promotion Organization" Limited Edition (Ref. HCC008), produced in a limited run of 2,000 pieces.

Finished with a pearl-like coating, the textured dial captures the luminous appearance of Tomioka silk, creating elegant reflections that change with the light. 

Its intricate pattern is designed to evoke the graceful folds and delicate weave of the fabric, reinforcing the connection between the watch and its inspiration.

Complementing the dial is a 38 mm stainless steel case with pink-gold-coloured plating, paired with a bezel featuring finely executed decorative textures that reinforce the watch's refined character. 

Measuring 12.9 mm thick, the case is fitted with a dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on its inner surface, while the see-through screw caseback reveals the mechanical movement. Water resistance is rated to 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet).

The limited edition is completed by a dark brown leather strap inspired by the distinctive brick façade of the historic Tomioka Silk Mill. Sourced from Leather Working Group-certified tanneries, it is secured by a three-fold clasp with push-button release.

Alongside the limited edition, three regular-production models adopt the same silk-inspired dial pattern while introducing colours rooted in traditional Japanese aesthetics.

The HCC001 features a shironeri dial, an immaculate white recalling refined silk threads, while the HCC002 is presented in wakatake-iro, a fresh green long associated with traditional kimono dyeing.

The HCC003 is distinguished by a delicate sakura-iro pink inspired by cherry blossoms. 

The white and green versions are paired with stainless steel bracelets featuring Seiko's super-hard coating, while the pink model is fitted with a deep brown leather strap recalling the trunk of the cherry tree, also crafted from Leather Working Group-certified leather.

All four watches are powered by the automatic Calibre 6R51, operating at a frequency of 3 Hz (21,600 vibrations per hour). 

Equipped with 24 jewels, the movement delivers a power reserve of approximately 72 hours and displays the hours, minutes and central seconds. Magnetic resistance is rated to 4,800 A/m.

Beyond celebrating Japanese craftsmanship, the project also supports its preservation. Seiko Presage will donate a portion of the proceeds from the collection to the Tomioka Silk Promotion Organization, which works to preserve and promote the region's long-standing sericulture tradition.

The new Seiko Presage Classic Series models will be available from July 2026 through Seiko Boutiques and selected retailers worldwide. The HCC008 limited edition is priced at €1,200, while the HCC001 and HCC002 retail for €1,050, and the HCC003 for €1,030. seikowatches.com