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TweetEmailThere aren't a lot of people who need a watch that can survive the airless void of space, but Richard Garriott happens to be one of them. He's headed for the International Space Station and some extra-vehicular activity (spacewalking). Garriott could have just chosen to wear the vacuum-rated Omega Speedmaster, or maybe a Fortis Cosmonaut, but instead he turned to one of my favorite watchmakers: Seiko.Seiko has a long tradition of creating limited-edition watches for explorers in extreme environments. They've made some extraordinary watches, and routinely use the lessons learned in later production models. For example, they made Landmasters for trips to both poles (the GMT hand goes counter-clockwise for the Landmaster South Pole!), an amazing shrouded diver for commercial divers, a ceramic and titanium masterpiece for Mt. Everest, and even a watch specifically designed for hikers of Japan's mountains. As most of these are limited editions, they are tragically hard to find, and rarely even seen.For Garriott, Seiko has designed a true masterpiece introduced this year at BaselWorld: the Seiko Spring Drive Spacewalk. Have a look at these features:Spring Drive 5R86 movement for accuracy under the extreme temperature swings of space (-20�� to +70�� Celsius, or about -4�� to 160�� Fahrenheit).Titanium case with the sides etched out by a new CNC (computer numerical control) machine that Seiko built in order to help get the weight down to only 92.5 grams.Completely air-tight case capable of surviving direct exposure to space.Oversized buttons for use while wearing space gloves.Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.Waterproof to 100m, or 330ft (in case of a water landing, I guess).12-hour chronograph.GMT hand for 24-hour UTC time (which is used in both space and aviation).New luminescent material that Seiko says is three times as bright as a typical luminescent watch.A special dial and hand design for maximum readability.53mm by 15.2mm which is huge.Limited edition of just 100 watches (price not yet announced).They made some interesting design decisions on this one, and I'm smitten by the results. The dial is ultra-readable, with unobtrusive chrono hands, a subtle but still readable "there if you need it" blue skeletonized GMT hand, and bold white hour and minute hands reminiscent of the 6S37 Flightmaster. The power reserve subdial is subdued, and the date window is symmetric with the 9 o'clock marker. Blue makes a low-key accent, carefully placed to be non intrusive. The sculpted case and top-mounted buttons and crown (referred to as a "bullhead" design) make for a stunning and unique timepiece.The Seiko Spring Drive Spacewalk is to space what the new Rolex Sea-Dweller DEEPSEA is to the ocean. Even at 53mm, I'd happily wear it. It's gorgeous, functional, and built like a titanium tank. Let's hope Seiko introduces a production model soon.Update (June 15): Richard Garriott gives us an update on how the Seiko Spacewalk is performing so far during training.By Paul Hubbard

Home > Seiko > New SEIKO BRIGHTZ PHOENIX Mechanical ChrongraphNew SEIKO BRIGHTZ PHOENIX Mechanical ChrongraphJanuary 15th, 2011adminLeave a commentGo to commentsSEIKO BRIGHTZ PHOENIX watchStainless steel / Cal. 8R28 movement / hours, minutes, small seconds, date display / power reserve 45 hours / sapphire crystal mirror / Reference Price: NT $ 105,000Attractive choice for prospective Jinling EliteSEIKO launched in the summer of 2009 BRIGHTZ PHOENIX new mechanical chronograph, equipped with all SEIKO New R & D Cal. 8R28 movement, to new zero mode three-pointed hammer (hammer trigeminal synchronous zero), to reduce the thickness and increase accuracy and maintenance of properties, both with high mechanical chronograph essential pillar wheel, to achieve perfect timing precision. BRIGHTZ PHOENIX intellectual and wild addition to continuation of the design concept of both outside this year, the design of the dial to add rich color, from the inside out, perfect presentation of high-performance and high texture, and advantage of its great value, definitely choose quasi Jinling Elite Senior Mechanical watch entry first choice!? SEIKO BRIGHTZ PHOENIX?watchStainless steel / Cal. 8R28 movement / hours, minutes, small seconds, date display / power reserve 45 hours / sapphire crystal mirror / Reference Price: NT $ 102,000Texture and design of high performanceBRIGHTZ PHOENIX series, exclusive to the excellent two-way magic level of leverage on the clutch with the chain design, significantly improve efficiency and reduce the movement on the chain thickness. A symbol of high-end watches with “column-wheel system,” confirmed that timing precision standards, watch fans in the market caused heated discussion. The first generation inherited the appearance of both intellectual and wild design, SEIKO then outstanding original tabulation technology, the introduction of innovative development powered by “zero hammer trigeminal synchronization” of the “8R28″ movement mechanical chronograph, a whole new way of development of the trigeminal synchronous zero, showing a balance of high performance texture and beauty.? SEIKO BRIGHTZ PHOENIX watchStainless steel / Cal. 8R28 movement / hours, minutes, small seconds, date display / power reserve 45 hours / sapphire crystal mirror / Reference Price: NT $ 105,000Show the self-style charmThe total of four different dial colors available: black calm, full of movement stylish black and white, hot love is full of fiery red and blue dial cool atmosphere, with a crocodile leather strap and stainless steel strap two options, both formal and casual occasions can be comforwatch with. And its great value, the absolute standard to meet Jinling Jing Britain for the establishment of self-image, self-confident charm sway demand and become the focus of attention.? SEIKO BRIGHTZ PHOENIX watchStainless steel / Cal. 8R28 movement / hours, minutes, small seconds, date display / power reserve 45 hours / sapphire crystal mirror / Reference Price: NT $ 105,000Excellent timing functionThe new 8R28 mechanical movement, the use of the world’s first “zero hammer trigeminal Sync” technology, so that the three chronograph pointer to zero immediately synchronized. Clockwork material used SPRON510, power reserve 40 hours different from the market, the time may be extended to 45 hours. Moment at the date of preparation for display performance, the watch shows factory-made R & D strength, and add high-end mechanical watches have a “column-wheel” device and “vertical clutch system” to achieve the perfect timing precision.