Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Editions

The Seiko 145th Anniversary limited editions celebrate the watch shop Kintaro Hattori opened in Tokyo's Ginza district in 1881. King Jewelers in Nashville carries editions from all three 2026 releases: the gilded January series, the Seiko Blue divers and the Edo purple collection, each produced in a fixed number of pieces.

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Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Editions Information and FAQ

About the Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Editions

Seiko began in 1881, when founder Kintaro Hattori opened a shop in Tokyo's Ginza district to sell and repair timepieces. For the brand's 145th anniversary in 2026, Seiko released three themed series of limited editions across Prospex, King Seiko, Presage, Astron, Seiko 5 Sports and its digital line.

Each series has its own color story. The January release used gilded details, the June release used Seiko Blue, a signature color from the 1960s, and the October release uses Edo purple, a traditional Japanese color from the Edo period (1603 to 1868) that Seiko chose to honor Tokyo's heritage.

Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Editions Models & Variations

Edo purple (October 2026): the Prospex Speedtimer HBJ005 solar chronograph (8,000 pieces, $775), the Prospex Alpinist HBC006 automatic (7,000 pieces, $900), the Seiko 5 Sports SKX HDB003 automatic (9,999 pieces, $450) and the Rotocall HFL001 digital (4,000 pieces, $595).

Seiko Blue (June 2026): the Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver HBC005 with Caliber 6R55 and 300 m water resistance (4,000 pieces, $1,400), and the Prospex HBB001 with Caliber 4R35 and a faceted case (9,999 pieces, $595).

Gilded series (January 2026): the Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph SRQ059 with Caliber 8R48 (700 pieces, $2,500), and the King Seiko KS1969 SJE121 with Caliber 6L35 and a radial dial inspired by the engine-turned pocket watches Hattori sold in Ginza (800 pieces, $3,100).

Seiko Manufacturer Warranty

Seiko watches purchased from an authorized Seiko retailer are backed by a 3-year limited warranty from the original date of purchase, covering defects in materials and workmanship. Every 145th Anniversary edition from King Jewelers is new, authentic and sold with its Seiko warranty card.

FAQ About the Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Editions

Where can I buy Seiko 145th Anniversary watches in Nashville, TN?
King Jewelers carries the Seiko 145th Anniversary limited editions at 4121 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215. You can also shop online at kingjewelers.com or call (615) 724-5464 to check availability of a specific reference.

What is the Seiko 145th Anniversary?
It marks 145 years since Kintaro Hattori opened his watch shop in Tokyo's Ginza district in 1881. Seiko celebrated in 2026 with three series of limited editions: a gilded series in January, Seiko Blue divers in June and an Edo purple collection in October.

What is Edo purple?
Edo purple (Edo-murasaki) is a traditional Japanese color that arose during the Edo period, 1603 to 1868, when Tokyo was called Edo. Seiko uses it on the dials and bezels of the October 2026 anniversary watches, paired with gold-colored details, to honor Tokyo's heritage.

Which Seiko 145th Anniversary watches does King Jewelers carry?
King Jewelers carries the Prospex Speedtimer HBJ005 ($775), Prospex Alpinist HBC006 ($900), 5 Sports SKX HDB003 ($450), Rotocall HFL001 ($595), Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver HBC005 ($1,400), Prospex HBB001 ($595), Prospex Speedtimer SRQ059 ($2,500) and King Seiko KS1969 SJE121 ($3,100). Availability varies by reference.

How many of each Seiko 145th Anniversary watch were made?
Production runs range from 700 to 9,999 pieces. The SRQ059 is limited to 700, the King Seiko SJE121 to 800, the HBC005 and HFL001 to 4,000 each, the HBC006 to 7,000, the HBJ005 to 8,000, and the HDB003 and HBB001 to 9,999 each.

What is the most affordable Seiko 145th Anniversary watch?
The Seiko 5 Sports SKX HDB003 is the most affordable at $450. It has a 42.5 mm steel case, an Edo purple dial with gold 5 Sports lettering, the 4R36 automatic movement with approximately 41 hours of power reserve, and 10 bar water resistance.

What is the difference between the Speedtimer HBJ005 and SRQ059?
The HBJ005 is a solar quartz chronograph and the SRQ059 is a mechanical automatic chronograph. The HBJ005 uses Caliber V192 with about six months of reserve on a full charge in a 41.4 mm case for $775; the SRQ059 uses Caliber 8R48 in a 42 mm case, is limited to 700 pieces and retails for $2,500.

Which Seiko 145th Anniversary watches are mechanical?
Six are automatic: the HBC006 Alpinist and HBC005 1965 Heritage Diver (Caliber 6R55, about 72 hours), the HDB003 and HBB001 (Calibers 4R36 and 4R35, about 41 hours), the SRQ059 chronograph (Caliber 8R48) and the King Seiko SJE121 (Caliber 6L35). The HBJ005 is solar and the HFL001 is a quartz digital.

Are the Seiko 145th Anniversary watches good for diving?
The Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver HBC005 is rated to 300 m and the Prospex HBB001 to 200 m with rotating dive bezels. The HBC006 Alpinist is rated to 200 m, and the HDB003, HBJ005 and HFL001 to 10 bar.

How can I tell a Seiko 145th Anniversary watch is a genuine limited edition?
The Edo purple models carry "LIMITED EDITION" on the case back, and each anniversary reference has a fixed production run published by Seiko. Buying from an authorized Seiko retailer such as King Jewelers ensures the watch is authentic and comes with its Seiko warranty card.

Does King Jewelers offer authentic, warrantied Seiko 145th Anniversary watches?
Yes. King Jewelers is an authorized Seiko retailer in Nashville, and every Seiko 145th Anniversary watch it sells is new, authentic and covered by Seiko's 3-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.