Seiko’s journey began in 1881, when Kintaro Hattori opened a watch and jewellery shop in Tokyo. By 1892, he established Seikosha, laying the groundwork for one of Japan's most iconic horological houses. However, Seiko's true claim to fame came in 1969 with the launch of the Astron, the world’s first quartz wristwatch, which revolutionized global watchmaking by introducing unprecedented accuracy and affordability. Throughout the decades, Seiko has been at the forefront of innovation: from the first automatic chronograph with a vertical clutch and column wheel in 1969, to pioneering Spring Drive technology, a unique fusion of mechanical watchmaking and electronic precision. Their dive watches, especially the 1965 62MAS and the legendary 1970 Turtle, are now cult classics. Seiko balances cutting-edge tech, like GPS Solar watches, with deep respect for traditional craftsmanship. Today, Seiko stands as a pillar of innovation, quality, and affordability—offering everything from tool watches to haute horlogerie, often within a single collection.