Some excellent posts featured on The Purists detailing a personal visit to Seiko's Shizukuishi Watch Studio. Highly recommended read.
A visit to Seiko’s Shizukuishi Watch Studio
Part I: Parts production
Part II: Decoration and finishing
Part III: Movement and watch assembly
Part IV: Assembly of ultra-thin, skeleton cal. 6899A
Part V: Inspection and testing
SEIKO's Shizukuishi Watch Studio Visit - Appendix
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Incredible post. I wonder if these facilities are still in one piece after last week's earthquake since Shizukuishi is located within the Iwate prefecture in north eastern Japan close to the epicenter.
If after reading and seeing this manufacturing compilation that only goes to reaffirm the prowess of Seiko as a world class watch manufacturing giant, nothing will.....
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