Seiko Credor

Seiko created Credor in 1974. Its name comes from the French “Crête d’or” (crest of gold), which is relayed in the logo. Seiko wanted to have a separate entity to produce high quality timepieces housed in precious metal. They needed to make them a different name as Seiko was too much associated by mass market quartz watches. The manufacture, called Micro Artist Studio, is based in Shiojiri and the watchmakers were originally trained by none else than Philippe Dufour.

Within the history of Credor, the present model, named Eichi II, plays a pivotal role. Its name means wisdom, celebrating the maturity of the manufacture and its creations. The Eichi II was introduced in 2014 for the 40^th anniversary of Credor. It is the evolution of the Eichi, which was presented in 2008. The watch is conceived as an elegant expression of Japanese aesthetics. Starting with the dial, it is made in porcelain in a white shape reminding the snowy landscapes of Shinshu. The indexes and the signature are hand painted, the irregularities, only visible under magnification, testify that the process is made by hand. Furthermore, the steel hands are blued, a delicate process taking over 20 steps. The quality of the execution requests years of practice and patience.

The movement is the manual winding Spring Drive calibre which offers an incredibly captivating animation as the seconds hand moves without hacking, evocating the continuous flow of time. The movement is finished to the highest standards with incredible bevels, contrasting finishes and blued steel screws.

Created and assembled by the most skilled master watchmakers, these watches can only be produced in very low quantities of just about 20 pieces a year. With the constantly increasing number of educated collectors, the demand by far exceeds the supply for these horological treasures.   

The present lot, standing in beautiful condition, is the most luxurious version as it is crafted in platinum. It is further accompanied by its original accessories, making it a most exciting opportunity for the seasoned collector.